Rail Technician – Trains Overhaul (Night Shifts)

Rullion; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering support firm in the UK is hiring a Technician for a major Rolling Stock project in Southampton. The role involves performing overhauls, repairs, and modifications on rail fleet components, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a background in mechanical or electrical engineering, alongside strong fault-finding skills and attention to detail. This is a 6-month contract position with night shifts and competitive pay rates.

Benefits

PPE provided

Health and Safety training

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering or a similar process-based environment.
• Strong understanding of safe use and care of tools, equipment, and PPE.
• Computer literacy and ability to interpret technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial inspections of wheelsets and bogies, recording all findings accurately.
• Safely remove axle bearings, wheel pans, and other components without causing damage.
• Carry out paint removal, surface defect removal, and general component preparation.
• Perform oil draining/filling on wheelset gearboxes, couplings, and related parts.
• Assist the wider team with bogie and wheelset overhauls.

Skills

Mechanical engineering understanding

Basic fault-finding skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

A leading engineering support firm in the UK is hiring a Technician for a major Rolling Stock project in Southampton. The role involves performing overhauls, repairs, and modifications on rail fleet components, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a background in mechanical or electrical engineering, alongside strong fault-finding skills and attention to detail. This is a 6-month contract position with night shifts and competitive pay rates.