Rail Plant Maintenance Technician – Day Shift

Transport for Wales; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pullman Rail is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to join our Facilities Management & HSE team and support the safe, reliable operation of our facilities across the UK. You will maintain, inspect, service and repair plant, machinery and workshop equipment, coordinating with engineering and production to minimise downtime and ensure compliance with safety standards.

You will perform planned preventive maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and identify opportunities to improve reliability

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent.
• Practical experience maintaining, inspecting and repairing plant/equipment.
• Ability to diagnose faults in mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and compressed air systems.
• Ability to interpret technical information and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, inspections, servicing and repairs to plant and workshop equipment.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and faults, fault-finding and repairs within competence and authorisation.
• Inspect plant and equipment before use and after maintenance for safe return to service.
• Complete accurate maintenance records, inspection checklists and job sheets.
• Support installation, commissioning and modification of plant and equipment when required.
• Follow risk assessments, permit-to-work, isolation and safety procedures.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with internal teams, contractors and suppliers to minimise disruption.
• Monitor performance and suggest improvements for reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment with proper handling of materials and waste.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical systems

Fault-finding and repairs

Hydraulics & compressed air

Reading technical manuals/drawings

Safety and continuous improvement

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance

Job description

Pullman Rail is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to join our Facilities Management & HSE team and support the safe, reliable operation of our facilities across the UK. You will maintain, inspect, service and repair plant, machinery and workshop equipment, coordinating with engineering and production to minimise downtime and ensure compliance with safety standards.

You will perform planned preventive maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and identify opportunities to improve reliability