Electrical Maintenance Technician
Rail
- Location
- SE London
- Salary Package
- 29.0 - 29.0
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Opportunity: Maintenance Technician
Location: East London/Dartford
Hourly Rate: £29 per hour (Umbrella company)
Contract Duration: 12-week rolling contract
Hours: 40-50 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 10-hour shifts, 4 on 4 off (Days and Nights)
I am looking for four experienced Maintenance Technicians to join their team. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of rolling stock through comprehensive electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and repair activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct electrical fault finding, defect diagnosis, and repairs on in-service trains.
- Perform system-level diagnostics on brakes, doors, and traction systems.
- Carry out component-level testing on suspect or faulty electronic hardware.
- Work with technical documentation and on-train monitoring systems to ensure effective defect rectification.
- Adhere to Engineering Management System and safety protocols.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Engineering experience preferably with an electrical focus.
- Ability to interpret technical schematics and diagrams.
- Experience in first-level fault finding and diagnostics.
- Proficiency in IT systems and data interpretation.
- Physically fit and able to pass an engineering-standard medical examination.
- Previous experience in rolling stock maintenance is desirable.
- Must hold a full UK driving licence.
Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance (Electrical/Mechanical) or equivalent.
- BTEC Technical Certificate in Engineering.
Additional Information:
- No expenses will be paid; primary place of work is at the depot in East London/Dartford.
- Candidates must pass a medical, drug, and alcohol test before assignment start.
- Full depot induction and required PPE will be provided.
- PAYE or Umbrella engagement only (Inside IR35).