Train Response Service Technician Permanent (Shift - Mixture of Earlys/Lates/Nights) Clapham/Waterloo

A leading company in the Rail sector is currently recruiting for a number of Electrical Train Service Technicians to be based out of Clapham or Waterloo station but will be required to travel to various locations to attend unit failures in an attempt to get the units back into service or the relevant depot with minimum about of lost time.

As Train Service Technician you will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, repair and overhaul of traction units, components and equipment in accordance with their specifications. Adhering to the depot protection, safety, quality and environmental procedures/regulations.

You will be involved in (but not limited to);

* Attending track calls across the network as requested by Fleet Control

* Diagnose and rectify as required technical faults on the service fleet to ensure units remain in service

* Detailed recording of faults, fault reporting, data gathering and verbal communication

* Assistance in component change outs, and failure reporting for central systems support and reliability growth teams. Investigate technical problems as instructed.

* Undertake test runs to assist in fault finding and resolution of faults, particularly the closeout of repeat failures.

* Functionally test train borne systems with minimal supervision using a variety of techniques and methods, including the use of computer-based diagnostics systems.

As a minimum, you will need to have:

* Appropriate electrical engineering qualifications essential. (Minimum Level 3 Quals) (Essential)

* Rolling Stock Experience is Desirable however candidates who've worked in Military/Aircraft or similar will be considered

* Good written, oral communication, numeric and IT skills.

* Ability to analyse and interrogate data.

* FULL UK Driving License (Essential)

Working pattern

Working an average of 37 hours per week over 4 days

Continental shift pattern consisting of earlies, days and lates covering some weekends.

Excellent benefits to include, Free duty and leisure travel on relevant rails services and also for spouse/partner and dependants as well as 75% on other train operators. Excellent pension scheme and other great benefits. Salary offered with the shift pattern is £54,139-£57,500

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £54,000.00-£57,500.00 per year