Rail Vehicle Technician – Maintenance & Overhaul (On-Call)

Loram; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Loram in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technician to maintain, repair and overhaul rail vehicles and associated equipment to the required standards and instructions. The role may include painting, welding, and vehicle lifting, and operates on a 7-day roster including afternoons, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities include fault investigation, reading drawings and work instructions, ensuring good housekeeping, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical/technical subject is required.
• Minimum 6 months experience in a Traction & Rolling Stock environment.
• Recognised Train the Trainer/Assessor Qualification or willingness to pursue.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, repair and overhaul on rail vehicles and related equipment to specifications.
• Investigate faults, identify trends and perform repairs with minimal disruption.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and work instructions accurately.
• Work to set targets and maintain good housekeeping in the workshop.
• Undertake maintenance at remote locations as required.
• Provide on-call support and contribute to continuous improvements initiatives.

Education

NVQ Level 3 in mechanical/technical subject

Recognised Train the Trainer/Assessor Qualification (or willingness to work towards)

Job description

Loram in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technician to maintain, repair and overhaul rail vehicles and associated equipment to the required standards and instructions. The role may include painting, welding, and vehicle lifting, and operates on a 7-day roster including afternoons, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities include fault investigation, reading drawings and work instructions, ensuring good housekeeping, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.