Travelling Technician

Belmond; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Travelling Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of luxury trains. This exciting position involves inspecting and maintaining various train components while adhering to strict safety protocols. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment, working alongside talented professionals in the travel industry. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to be part of a legacy of luxury, this is your moment to shine.

Benefits

Health & Dental insurance plans

Group Income Protection

Employer contribution pension

Team social events

Wellness programme throughout the year

Discover Belmond Programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience maintaining railway vehicles, ideally with Mk1 or Mk3 experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with in-house artisans and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair train components for safety.
• Carry out train preparation, servicing, and maintenance examinations.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Electrical Systems Repair

Safety Protocols

Communication Skills

Education

Craft trained through a recognised electrical and mechanical apprenticeship

Good general education

Job description

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As a Travelling Technician at Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, you are part of a team responsible for the safe and efficient running of the train. In this role, you will inspect, maintain and repair various components of the train, ensuring safety protocols are followed and adhered to for all mechanical and electrical systems. If you're looking to develop your skills and be part of a legacy of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Carrying out train preparation and disposal, fuelling and watering, safe dispatch of the train from the depot, and monitoring the performance of the train while in operation.
• Attending to and rectifying any defects as they arise.
• Servicing the train between outward and return journeys.
• Undertaking maintenance examinations on the train vehicles.
• Servicing all catering and gas equipment.
• Unloading and receiving stores.
  
  

As a Travelling Technician at Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, you are part of a team responsible for the safe and efficient running of the train. In this role, you will inspect, maintain and repair various components of the train, ensuring safety protocols are followed and adhered to for all mechanical and electrical systems. If you're looking to develop your skills and be part of a legacy of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Carrying out train preparation and disposal, fuelling and watering, safe dispatch of the train from the depot, and monitoring the performance of the train while in operation.

• Attending to and rectifying any defects as they arise.

• Servicing the train between outward and return journeys.

• Undertaking maintenance examinations on the train vehicles.

• Servicing all catering and gas equipment.

• Unloading and receiving stores.
  
  

Requirements

What You Bring:

• Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.

• At least 5 years' experience maintaining and/or overhauling railway vehicles, ideally with Mk1, Mk3 or other coach type experience.

• A good general education, literate and numerate, able to communicate effectively with in-house artisans, contractors, on-train staff and those of Network Rail, train operators and other companies.

• Craft trained through a recognised electrical and mechanical apprenticeship.

• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations, including appropriate elements of the Rule Book, Railway Group Standards, Electricity at Work Act, etc.
  
  

Benefits

What We Offer:

At the Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

• Health & Dental insurance plans

• Discover Belmond Programme which includes complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations.

• Group Income Protection - Group Life Insurance - Employer contribution pension

• Team social events

• Wellness programme throughout the year

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.

This is your moment. Apply today!

About Us

Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, United Kingdom, takes to the rails from July 4, 2025. Paying homage to the British tradition of touring, the train celebrates all that is intriguing, quirky and quintessential about the UK. Three- and six-night journeys take in the illustrious landscapes and vibrant cities of Cornwall, the Lake District and Wales. On board, guests enjoy menus designed by superstar chef Simon Rogan, a Bar, Observation Car and Wellness Suite.

With our vast offerings, the opportunities to craft a unique career here are endless. Join us and achieve the truly exceptional.

The Belmond & LVMH Family

The Britannic Explorer is proud to be part of LVMH and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

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• Industries

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