RSM Assistant Technician

Supertram; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in Sheffield as an RSM Assistant Technician, where you will ensure high standards in railway maintenance and safety. This entry-level role involves supporting both planned and reactive maintenance, contributing to a safe working environment, and being a crucial part of the public transport network. The company offers a range of benefits including free travel and numerous development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays

Free tram and bus travel across South Yorkshire

Retail and leisure discounts

Learning and development opportunities

24/7 access to health/wellbeing support

Charity initiatives

Friendly, values-driven team

Vital role in public transport network

Qualifications

• Strong interest in railway maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose faults and assist with repairs.
• Commitment to learning about rolling stock and fault diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Support planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Report safety concerns and equipment defects.
• Ensure thorough data capture and accurate reporting.

Skills

Proactiveness

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Safety Awareness

Job description

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As an RSM Assistant Technician, you will work under the direction of the Shift Supervisor to ensure all tasks are carried out safely, to a high standard, on time, and accurately recorded in the reporting system (XVPlus).

Your responsibilities will include supporting both planned and reactive maintenance activities, capturing any arising work, and promoting a strong safety culture. You will contribute to high performance standards by guiding and supporting team members, encouraging collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Maintaining a safe working environment is key—reporting any safety concerns or equipment defects promptly through the appropriate channels and in line with company procedures.

About You

You are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a strong interest in railway maintenance. As an Assistant Rolling Stock Technician, you thrive in a team environment, supporting planned and reactive maintenance, diagnosing faults, and assisting with effective repairs.

You take pride in thorough data capture and accurate reporting, ensuring that all work is well documented and issues are addressed quickly. You’re committed to learning and continuously improving your knowledge of rolling stock, fault diagnosis, and scheduled tram maintenance.

Working under the guidance of supervisors and Lead Technicians, you follow instructions carefully, assist with inspections, and contribute to data accuracy and compliance.

Safety is always your priority—you report concerns responsibly and help maintain a safe, efficient workspace. You ensure tools and equipment are in good working condition, follow stores and stock processes, and are open to sharing ideas for improvement.

Location: Nunnery Depot

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please complete our application form by visiting travelsouthyorkshire.com/en-GB/supertram/work-for-supertram

Completed applications should be emailed to: [e-mail]

We offer colleagues:

• 33 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Free tram and bus travel across South Yorkshire
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Learning and development opportunities
• 24/7 access to free, confidential and specialist health/wellbeing support
• Charity initiatives
• Being part of a friendly, values driven team
• The opportunity to play a vital role in Sheffield’s public transport network

Who are we?

For over 30 years, Supertram has been a crucial part to our region’s transport network. We are passionate about connecting our community with their jobs, family and friends across South Yorkshire.

We believe firmly that our people are the key to our success. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, creating an environment where colleagues are valued and offered life-long career opportunities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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