Req ID: 489924
Assembly Operative
Location: Mansfield (Onsite role)
Appointment Basis: Permanent
Salary: c. £28K + Benefits
Closing Date: 28th July 2025
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Alstom is the UK & Ireland’s leading supplier of new trains and train services, and a leading signalling and rail infrastructure provider. Alstom have built, or are building, just under 40% of the UK mainline train fleet; as well as the entire fleets in service with London Underground and Dublin Luas. We provide the widest range of smart solutions in the rail market, from innovative high-speed rolling stock, metros and trams to maintenance, modernisation, infrastructure and signalling.
Could you be the full-time Electronics Assembler / Tester based in Mansfield we’re looking for?
Your future role
Take on a key role in delivering high-quality electronic assembly and testing at Alstom. You’ll work closely with the Manufacturing Team to ensure that all electronic equipment is assembled and tested according to build specifications and engineering drawings, meeting production deadlines with a focus on quality and efficiency. Your efforts will help drive continuous improvement and maintain excellent right-first-time performance across the production schedule.
We’ll look to you to:
1. Assemble and test electronic equipment accurately and on time, following build specifications and quality standards
2. Complete tasks within standard build times, while maintaining precision and high-quality workmanship
3. Support and collaborate positively with your team members, fostering a productive and safe working environment
4. Adhere strictly to UK Health and Safety regulations and ALSTOM’s safe working practices
5. Comply with ALSTOM Electronics’ quality standards, factory rules, and HR policies
6. Consistently meet key performance indicators (KPIs) including right-first-time (RFT), efficiency, cost, and service levels
7. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support ongoing process development
8. Meet deadlines and performance targets set by the Assembly Team Leader
9. Build and maintain strong working relationships across the assembly team and Manufacturing functions
10. Promptly report any Health and Safety concerns or near misses to the Assembly Team Leader
Performance Standards
11. High-quality, efficient and safe assembly and engineering work.
12. Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and time management skills.
13. Consistent focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.
14. Key performance targets:
15. Zero LTAs (Lost Time Accidents)
16. Right First Time (RFT): >95%
17. Efficiency: >90%
18. On-time Delivery: >95%
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to tick every box. Instead, we’ve listed some traits and skills that will help you thrive in this role:
19. Experience in electronics assembly or engineering within a manufacturing environment
20. Strong understanding of electronic assembly techniques and best engineering practices
21. Proven track record working to high-quality standards and Health & Safety regulations
22. A self-motivated, logical thinker who approaches work with discipline and innovation
23. Confident communicator, able to work effectively within a team and across functions
24. A proactive problem solver who’s eager to contribute to a high-performance team culture
Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:
25. Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
26. Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
27. Contribute to innovative projects
28. Utilise our agile working environment
29. Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
30. Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
31. Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive benefits (pension, life ins., medical)
What we offer
We offer a highly competitive remuneration package, including a performance related bonus, a car allowance, 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday. Contributed healthcare, life assurance, an excellent company-contributed pension scheme, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.
Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.
As a “disability confident leader accredited employer”, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification.
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