Rail Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Getting In Limited; North Shields; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits aspiring engineers in a three-year apprenticeship program focused on rail engineering. This hands-on role offers the chance to earn while you learn, gaining essential skills and a Level 3 qualification. You'll work closely with experienced professionals, tackling real-world engineering challenges and ensuring the safety and reliability of train services. Join a company that values individuality and fosters a collaborative environment, where your contributions can make a meaningful impact. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to develop your skills, this apprenticeship is the perfect starting point for your career.

Benefits

Accommodation included

Food included

Rail travel included

Hands-on experience

Training at National Training Academy for Rail

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Rail Engineering is essential for this apprenticeship.
• Strong problem-solving and team-working skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to tackle engineering challenges.
• Maintain and improve the fleet while prioritizing safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Initiative

Education

Level 3 qualification in Rail Engineering

Job description

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Apply From: 11/02/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE

Employer

NORTHERN TRAINS LTD

Vacancy Description

• Learning and Growing: Across our three-year apprenticeship program, you’ll earn while you learn; gaining essential skills in rail engineering. You’ll work towards a Level 3 qualification while getting hands-on experience at our TrainCare Centres.
• Working as Part of a Team: You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers and trainers who are committed to helping you succeed. Together, you’ll tackle engineering challenges and ensure our trains are always ready for service.
• Solving Real Problems: You’ll learn to figure out how things work and will end up loving the challenges. You’ll apply your problem-solving skills to maintain and improve our fleet.
• Prioritising Safety: Safety is our top priority. You’ll begin to adapt your thinking to follow industry protocols and ensure all maintenance is carried out in a safe manner; contributing to a secure working environment for everyone.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Rail Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Employer Description

At Northern, we play a vital role across the North by providing a reliable and friendly train service that helps thousands of people to go do their thing. That's over 2,000 services every day, travelling to over 500 destinations. We're here to make a positive impact for the North and that means building a different kind of workplace. One that values individuality and celebrates differences. Somewhere we can work together, have fun, and do whatever it takes to make our customers’ lives easier. A place that encourages everyone to learn, grow and develop so we can all be our best every single day.

Vacancy Location

Heaton TrainCare Centre Off Benfield Road NE6 2XT

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

4

Vacancy Reference Number

1000301965

Key Dates

Apply From

11/02/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-02-23 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-08 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

Your Journey Over Three Years:

Year One: You’ll live and study at Myerscough College in Preston (Accommodation, Food and Rail travel included), focusing on your Level 2 Performance in Engineering and Level 3 Diploma in Rail Engineering. While at college, you’ll learn the fundamentals in a classroom and workshop setting and gain practical experience at your assigned TrainCare Centre during breaks.

Year Two: You’ll continue working alongside your dedicated team at the TrainCare Centre, applying what you've learnt in a hands-on environment. This year includes two fortnightly visits to the National Training Academy for Rail (NTAR) in Northampton, where you’ll complete specialist units towards your Level 3 Diploma.

Year Three: Building on your knowledge and experience, you’ll create a portfolio of evidence to complete your Level 3 qualification and prepare for your End Point Assessment. You’ll continue to work closely with your team, deepening your practical skills in real-world scenarios.

Learning Provider

MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE

Contact Details

Kirsty Davison

Skills Required

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical thinking, Team working, Initiative

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