Rolling Stock Electrical Technician

Rullion Managed Services; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking a skilled professional to join the overhaul team in Manchester. This role involves servicing and maintaining rolling stock for high-speed trains, ensuring safety and efficiency. Candidates should have an HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering and practical experience with modern EMU systems. The position offers competitive hourly rates post-competency assessment and requires adherence to strict health and safety procedures.

Benefits

PPE provided

Tooling provided

On-site kitchen facilities

Cleaning service for coveralls

Changing facilities with lockers

Qualifications

• Practical experience in handling rolling stock is preferred.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Proven technical qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide fault-finding expertise to the overhaul team.
• Undertake static testing and dynamic test runs post overhaul.
• Comply with health and safety protocols and regulations.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Electrical engineering knowledge

IT skills

Education

HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Overview

You will be based in Manchester, joining a team of over 80 professionals working on a major rolling stock overhaul project for the Class 390 Avanti High Speed Trains. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a world‑leading organisation responsible for maintaining and ensuring the reliability of this iconic, globally recognised fleet.

Purpose of Role

You will be working as part of the overhaul team to service, maintain, repair and overhaul rolling stock and equipment, including the latest generation in train technology to laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instructions. Ensuring all Overhaul activities are carried out in a safe, efficient and cost‑effective manner, whilst constantly seeking to improve quality.

Location

Manchester Train Care Centre, Longsight, M12 4HR

Start Date

Staggered starts each week from 05/01/2026 up to 23/02/2026.

End Date

End of June 2027.

Shift Pattern & Hours

Days and nights on a 2‑week shift rotation (effective once project is in full operation). 40 hours on ramp‑up – 48 hours per week once fully operational.

Schedule

Days: 07:00–18:00 / 07:00–15:00. Nights: 19:00–06:00 / 20:00–07:00.

Compensation

Pre‑12 weeks: PAYE £27.41 per hour (28 days leave) / Umbrella £35.47 per hour. Post 12 weeks: PAYE £29.53 per hour (33 days leave) / Umbrella £40.32 per hour.

Post Tech competency (after assessment): PAYE £31.65 per hour (33 days leave) / Umbrella £43.21 per hour. Additional retainer £1.00 per hour on all hours worked, subject to tooling returned in satisfactory condition and completion of the project. Role inside IR35; PAYE or Umbrella payment options apply.

Benefits

• PPE provided by Rullion
• Tooling provided by the Client
• On‑site Messroom with kitchen facilities
• Coverall cleaning service available
• Changing facilities with lockers and showers

Qualifications

Recognised qualification such as HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.

Skills

• Practical experience and sound knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering aspects of modern EMU.
• Technical experience and expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• IT skills – competent user of a PC’s including office packages.

Experience

Rolling Stock (experience on locomotives or other rail vehicles) preferred.

Requirements

• Must live within a reasonable travelling distance to the client’s facility in Manchester City Centre.
• Must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide proof of technical qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Overhaul team in fault‑finding expertise and assistance with train repair and maintenance and testing (where assessed).
• Partake in gathering required data downloads on critical performance systems.
• Undertake static testing and dynamic test runs post Overhaul.
• Position fault data into shared drive facility.
• Carry out fault finding and investigate faults.
• Component exchange.
• Carry out Testing & Re‑Commissioning activities on vehicles and trains in accordance with pre‑written test and commissioning procedures.
• Functionally test train‑borne systems with minimal supervision using computer‑based diagnostics systems.
• Assist with validation of documentation issued in support of maintenance and repair activities, special checks, modifications and experiments.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the Traincare Centre quality and safety procedures.
• General depot duties e.g. Line of Routes, Alista, SAP and SES input (any future business IT systems).
• Crane driving and lifting equipment where training has been provided & competent.
• Mentoring others as and when required.
• Understand and abide by safety notices, rules & regulations and follow safe working practices, H&SAWA and COSHH.
• Work in conjunction with client’s lifesaving rules.
• Comply with and enforce client’s Health and Safety Policy.

Safety & Compliance

Due to working in a safety‑critical environment, you will be subject to Drugs and Alcohol Testing and will follow strict Health & Safety controls and guidelines.

EEO Statement

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.