Rail Fleet Technician: Modifications & Overhauls

Morson Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group in Chester is seeking a Production Support Technician for a long-term contract at our Chester depot. You will work on Class 197 fleet modifications, overhauls and repairs to improve reliability and availability.

You will perform mechanical and electrical tasks across multiple systems, following engineering instructions and drawings, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a skilled production team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical and electrical modification programmes on rolling stock vehicles.
• Complete fleet campaign work in line with engineering instructions, technical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs resulting from damage, defects or vandalism.
• Complete overhaul and Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI) activities.
• Strip and refit train interiors as part of modification programmes.
• Install new equipment, components and cable looms, including cable routing and crimping.
• Modify vehicle structures and carry out functional testing of installed equipment.
• Work on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and production improvement plans.
• Assist other production activities when required to meet operational demands.
• Occasionally travel to designated depots to support fleet activities

Job description

Morson Group in Chester is seeking a Production Support Technician for a long-term contract at our Chester depot. You will work on Class 197 fleet modifications, overhauls and repairs to improve reliability and availability.

You will perform mechanical and electrical tasks across multiple systems, following engineering instructions and drawings, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a skilled production team.