Rolling Stock Electrician

Arriva TrainCare; Crewe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension

Life and healthcare cover

Arriva Travel Pass

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount scheme

Job summary

Arriva TrainCare in Crewe is seeking an experienced electrical technician to perform electrical maintenance, fault finding and testing on rail vehicles, reporting to the Team Leader, and ensuring fleet reliability and safety. This permanent, Monday–Friday role requires a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering and hands-on knowledge of schematics and safe isolation.

You will work at Crewe depot with adherence to safety, quality and environmental procedures, and support overall rolling

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding on rail or similar environments.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and safe isolation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance and fault rectification on rolling stock within set timescales to recognised standards.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults using drawings and diagnostic tools.
• Carry out electrical inspections, testing and commissioning to return vehicles to service safely.
• Maintain depot safety, quality and environmental procedures and work instructions.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Testing on rail systems

Education

Level 3 Electrical Eng

Job description

Organisation - Arriva TrainCare (ATC)

Location - Crewe

Contract - Permanent Days (Mon-Fri)

Salary - £41,699.44

About Us:

At Arriva TrainCare we provide high quality overhaul, maintenance and servicing of passenger rolling stock, locomotives, freight wagons and track plant. We operate throughout the UK from six strategic locations – Crewe, Bristol, Eastleigh, Cambridge, Tyne Yard and Scarborough.

Arriva TrainCare is part of Arriva, you’ll be part of a professional team with these core behaviours at heart;

• We care passionately
• We do the right thing
• We make the difference

Benefits include 26 days annual leave inclusive of standard UK bank holidays, pension, life and healthcare cover, Arriva UK Trains Travel Pass, Cycle to Work scheme and Arriva Village retailer discount scheme.

The Role:

Working in our Crewe depot and reporting into the Team Leader, you will be responsible for carrying out electrical maintenance, fault finding, repair and testing activities on rail vehicles in accordance with approved procedures and standards. You will play a key role in ensuring fleet reliability, safety and availability through the effective maintenance of electrical systems and components across the rolling stock fleet.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out work as allocated by the Team Leader / Heavy Maintenance Manager within set timescales and to the recognised standards, with a strong focus on electrical maintenance and fault rectification.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on rolling stock systems and equipment using technical drawings, schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Carry out electrical inspections, testing and commissioning activities to ensure vehicles are returned to service safely and reliably.
• Operate (drive) rail vehicles as required, within depot operating limits, and in accordance with all relevant operating procedures.
• Ensure that safety procedures and documents are adhered to in accordance with VMI & local instruction.
• Ensure that work sheets are signed off promptly and correctly on completion of work.
• Ensure that the appropriate Quality and Environmental procedures and work instructions are adhered to.
• Attend technical, quality, safety and general briefings ensuring that the necessary action is taken on items raised.
• Undertake Safety Critical Work Regulations assessments under the guidance of the Team Leader, taking remedial action where necessary.
• Carry out any duties within level of competence, as requested by the Team Leader / Heavy Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain good housekeeping and standard of cleanliness throughout depot at all times.
• Use of all PPE in accordance with Standards and Local Instructions.
• Assist as directed by Team Leader / Heavy Maintenance Manager to ensure Rolling Stock availability / reliability targets are met.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

What You Bring:

• Qualifications – Must have a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electrotechnical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience – Proven experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, repair and testing activities within rail, manufacturing, heavy engineering or similar environments.
• Knowledge – Good understanding of electrical systems, depot operations and the ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Engineering – Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, fault diagnosis techniques and safe isolation procedures. Experience of rolling stock maintenance would be advantageous.
• Problem Solving – Ability to identify faults, determine root causes and implement effective solutions to minimise downtime.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and supporting Arriva TrainCare, we want to hear from you! Let’s build the future together! Due to the energising nature of our vacancies, application close dates, when stated, are indicative and may be subject to change.

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