Service And Technical Advising Specialist

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway technology service provider in Leeds seeks a Service & Technical Advising Specialist to support Powerhaul locomotives. The role requires strong electrical skills and experience with diesel engines. Applicants must hold a Level 3 engineering qualification and be willing to travel. Enjoy a structured work schedule and gain access to advanced training and certification.

Benefits

Access to industry-leading training

Stable work schedule

Early finishes

No weekend shifts

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and/or mechanical aptitude required.
• Experience with large diesel engines and diagnostic tools essential.
• Background in rolling stock or locomotive maintenance desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support during locomotive maintenance.
• Offer expert advice on troubleshooting and tooling.
• Analyse performance data to improve reliability.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with diesel engines

Ability to read electrical schematics

Problem-solving skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in engineering

Tools

Multimeter

Megger

Job description

Service & Technical Advising Specialist - Powerhaul Locomotives

Location: Leeds (Onsite)
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:30 AM - 2:30 PM (37 hours/week)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you passionate about locomotive technology and ready to make a real impact in the rail industry? We're looking for a Service & Technical Advising Specialist to join our expert team in Leeds, supporting the performance and reliability of our Powerhaul diesel-electric locomotives. Ideal for Technicians looking to step into an advising role where training is provided.

This is more than just a job, it's a chance to become a certified subject matter expert through world‑class training at our facility, where you'll gain deep knowledge in electrical diagnostics, engine maintenance, and technical support.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide hands‑on technical support and guidance during locomotive maintenance activities.
• Work closely with customer production teams, offering expert advice on troubleshooting, tooling, and locomotive status.
• Analyse performance data to help improve reliability and uptime.
• Travel within the UK as needed to support operational requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• A Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline (preferably electrical).
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with large diesel engines and diagnostic tools (e.g. multimeter, megger).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• A background in rolling stock or locomotive maintenance is highly desirable.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a tight‑knit, high‑performing team at the forefront of rail technology.
• Access to industry‑leading training and certification.
• Work on cutting‑edge diesel‑electric locomotives that power the UK's freight network.
• A stable, structured work schedule with early finishes and no weekend shifts.

Ready to Power Up Your Career?

If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering journey and want to work with a company that values technical excellence, teamwork, and continuous development, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and become a key player in keeping the UK's rail freight moving.