Location:
Doncaster, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job ID:
R0101572
Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI RAIL LIMITED
Profession (Job Category):
Other
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
About Us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.
Job Description:
This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to start or develop their career in rail as little to no railway experience is required for this role
Maintenance Technician
Doncaster
£44, % Shift Allowance
Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Maintenance Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The position is based in Doncaster.
This is a permanent role
Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables:
* Perform Scheduled Maintenance activities on the Class 80x series rolling stock in accordance with the vehicle maintenance instructions
* Undertake servicing and preparation of the Class 80x rolling stock.
* Undertake driving duties within depot confines in accordance with the depot operating procedures and instructions
* Actively participate in the ongoing continuous improvement activities for maintenance processes and maintenance procedures that support all depot and fleet activities
* Support the delivery of new trains and undertake the maintenance acceptance processes.
* Ensure exam tasks are being completed in a timely manner, undertake basic fault rectification or repair when required.
* Adherence to all health and safety processes and procedures.
* Attendance at testing locations, main line station and outstations to undertake preventative and corrective maintenance as required.
* Must be prepared to travel and overnight away from base location for short periods of time.
* Support the Maintenance Team Leaders and Duty Shift Managers in the delivery of the production plan.
* Record all work activities and stock consumption using the maintenance management system in accordance with maintenance processes and procedures.
* Working shifts to meet the service requirements of the IEP fleet customers.
* Assist as required
About you
Required Skills/ Knowledge
* Maintenance experience.
* Experience of working a 24/7 shift roster.
* Faults finding and diagnosis and write reports
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Education/Qualifications
* Served apprenticeship with mechanical and or electrical disciplines
* Engineering based NVQ level 3 or higher.
Behavioural
* Can comfortably work within a team or on their own
* Calm and diplomatic under pressure.
* Loyal, committed, confident and determined.
Desired Skills (not essential)
* IT skills – typically Word, Excel, Outlook
* Reading electrical, pneumatic, mechanical schematics and drawings.
* Train driving
* Working at Height, COSHH, Manual handling, AC HV Electrical isolation up to 25kV
What we offer
We value the importance of all of our employees, if you would like to join our fantastic organization you could be entitled to:
* Competitive salary
* Annual Performance bonus paid on discretionary basis.
* 25 days holiday
* Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%
* Private medical insurance
* Personal Accident insurance
* Group Income protection
* Group Life Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.
Closing date for applications is 05th September 2025
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