Rail Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Technician to maintain, repair and overhaul railway vehicles and related equipment in line with applicable standards and instructions.

The role may involve painting, welding, vehicle lifting, and other special processes, with a 7-day roster including afternoons/nights and weekends as required. The technician will follow the IMS and support ISO standards, log work details accurately, and participate in competency assessments.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4 (or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in relevant mechanical/technical subject.
• Minimum 6 months experience in a similar/relevant Traction & Rolling Stock engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, repair, overhaul and manufacturing activity on rail vehicles and associated machinery, plant and equipment in accordance with specifications and to an acceptable standard.
• Investigate faults and failures, identify trends and perform effective repairs with minimal disruption to other activities.
• Read and accurately interpret drawings, technical specifications and work instructions.
• Work in accordance with applicable targets.
• Maintain general knowledge of working systems and variations.
• Carry out assessment of material requiring overhaul by third parties.
• Ensure good housekeeping in the working environment.
• Demonstrate a pro-active approach to Continuous Improvements initiatives.
• Undertake maintenance, repair and overhaul work at remote locations.

Education

GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4 (or equivalent)

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in relevant mechanical/technical subject

Job description

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Technician to maintain, repair and overhaul railway vehicles and related equipment in line with applicable standards and instructions.

The role may involve painting, welding, vehicle lifting, and other special processes, with a 7-day roster including afternoons/nights and weekends as required. The technician will follow the IMS and support ISO standards, log work details accurately, and participate in competency assessments.