Maintenance Technician

Position: Maintenance Technician (Maintenance Engineer)   

Contract or perm: Contract  

Location: Derby  

Rate: £21.74 Paye OR £29.11 Umbrella  

Overtime: £27.18 Paye OR £36.10 Umbrella (applied for additional shifts) 

Shifts and average hours: 4 on 4 off days and nights (average of 40 hours per week) 

Other benefits: Potential to go perm and potential for progression 

Client summary: 

One of the UK’s largest Rail / Rolling Stock companies who are at the forefront of train maintenance in the UK. 

Job description: 

This position entails carrying out routine and safety-critical maintenance on rolling stock in accordance with required standards and procedures. 

Working effectively as part of a team to maintain fleet reliability, availability, and operational performance. 

Ensuring all maintenance activities are completed to a high standard, supporting the safe operation of rolling stock and the safety of passengers. 

Key responsibilities:  

• Completing routine Exams (train safety checks)  

• Removal and refitting of heavy mechanical components such as axles or cardan shafts 

• Working to detailed written work instructions 

• Working to high level safety critical standards  

• Basic electrical tests and component changes  

• Working in adherence to stringent site HSE standards 

• Reactive maintenance where applicable  

Essential qualifications and skills: 

• NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical 

• Mechanical maintenance experience. 

• Basic electrical principles understanding 

• Computer literate (to complete software upgrades) 

• Fit and able to complete heavy dirty mechanical work  

• Able to work a 24/7 shift pattern 

Industries or skill sets considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, Automotive, Aviation, SPM, FMCG, Mechanical Maintenance, Mechanical Fitting, Modifications Technician, Electrician, Mechanic, Avionics Tech, Electrical installation 

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Notes for candidates: 

1. We really appreciate the time and effort that goes into every application we receive. As we often receive a high volume of applications, unfortunately we’re not always able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 2 weeks, it’s likely that we won’t be progressing your application on this occasion. Thank you again for your interest in joining our team, and we wish you all the very best with your job search. 

1. Please be aware that offers of employment for these positions are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which include a medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening. These checks are an important part of our recruitment process and must be successfully completed before employment can commence.