We have a great opportunity to join the established team at a busy depot in Longport for a Locomotive Technician. 

Ideally we are looking for a technician that has experience with the rail industry but with many cross transferable skills the role would suit candidates that are exiting the Armed forces, particularly the REME or those that have experience with servicing large HGV's, Buses or trams. 

Due to an increase in demand you will need to have a proactive approach working on the fleet of commercial freight trains covering refurbishment, servicing and exams. 

The shift pattern for the Locomotive Technician role at Longport:

Week 1: Earlies,  Monday - Thursday 06:00-14:30 and Friday 06:00-12:00
Week 2: Lates, Monday - Friday 14:00-10.30pm
 
The role as a Locomotive Technician.

• Carry out maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification and fault finding on locomotives.
• Lead engineer for contracts, projects or tasks as necessary to support operational performance.
• Part of the Engineering Services On-Call Roster, providing technical assistance over the phone or in the field as required.
• Updating SAP system to ensure availability of parts
• Inputting of data into the locomotive history tracking system.
• Assist other engineers on the team.
• Adhere to strict H&S Policy.
• Carry audits in line with Company quality management standards and processes.
• Work in line with legislation and rail industry requirements.

Qualifications & Experience required to be successful in Locomotive Technician’s Role

• Engineering Apprenticeship (Mechanical) 
• Personal Track Safety
• Driving license
• FLT License (not essential but advantageous)
• Crane & Jack Operation experience (not essential but advantageous)
• Based at Longport, Stoke on Trent

Benefits to you as a Locomotive Technician.

• £33,000 Basic Salary
• Shift Pattern: Week 1: Earlies,  Monday - Thursday 06:00-14:30 and Friday 06:00-12:00, Week 2: Lates, Monday - Friday 14:00-10.30pm
• Paid overtime.
• 33 days Holiday
• 5 % Employer pension contribution
• Medical sacrifice scheme
• Retail Discounts

If you feel this Locomotive Technician role is right for you then please contact Sarah Armstrong at Maintech Recruitment on (phone number removed) for more information.
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