Rail Plant Engineer: Training to Mobile Rail Projects
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking an engineer to join a leading rail plant team. Initially based at the Lockerbie depot for training, the role will move into a mobile rail engineering position supporting rail infrastructure projects.
You will maintain, diagnose and repair rail plant and on-track machinery, work on RRVs and hydraulic systems, and contribute to safety compliance on major projects. Training and a clear development pathway are provided.
Qualifications
- Experience as a Plant Engineer, Rail Plant Engineer, or Heavy Plant Fitter.
- RRV experience preferred but not essential.
- Strong mechanical and hydraulic knowledge.
- Knowledge of LOLER/PUWER advantageous.
- Strong fault-finding and repair ability.
- Health & Safety-focused with high work standards.
- Full UK driving licence required.
- Willingness to learn and undertake further rail training.
Responsibilities
- Depot-based initially, progressing to mobile rail work after training
- Maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of rail plant and on-track machinery
- Work on Rail-Road Vehicles (RRVs) and associated hydraulic/mechanical systems
- Ensure all equipment meets safety, compliance, and operational standards
- Exposure to varied and specialist machinery used on major rail projects
- Ongoing training with a clear development pathway into rail-specific work
- Supportive and experienced engineering team
Skills
Job description
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking an engineer to join a leading rail plant team. Initially based at the Lockerbie depot for training, the role will move into a mobile rail engineering position supporting rail infrastructure projects.
You will maintain, diagnose and repair rail plant and on-track machinery, work on RRVs and hydraulic systems, and contribute to safety compliance on major projects. Training and a clear development pathway are provided.
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