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Maintenance & Overhaul Technician, Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: a0e0590831be
Job Views: 3
Posted: 12.07.2025
Expiry Date: 26.08.2025
Job Description:
Description: Here at HitachiRail, we have a great opportunity for enthusiastic self-motivated Maintenance and Overhaul Technicians to join our team based in Edinburgh.
Location: Craigentinny Train Maintenance Centre, Edinburgh
Permanent contract
Accountabilities
* Undertake overhaul and modification duties as directed by the Team Leader
* Perform scheduled maintenance activities on rolling stock within the TMC in accordance with the vehicle maintenance instructions
* Undertake servicing and preparation of rolling stock
* Participate in continuous improvement activities for maintenance processes and procedures
* Support the delivery of new trains and undertake maintenance acceptance processes
* Ensure exam tasks are completed timely, undertake basic fault rectification or repair when required
* Adhere to all health and safety processes and procedures
* Attend testing locations, main line stations, and outstations for maintenance tasks
* Travel and overnight stays may be required
* Support Maintenance Team Leaders and Production Managers in delivering the production plan
* Record all work activities and stock consumption using the maintenance management system
* Work shifts to meet service requirements
* Assist as required
About you
Required Skills/Knowledge
* Ability to work independently or in a team
* Knowledge of rules and regulations (internal and external)
* Professional representation of Hitachi
* Calm and diplomatic under pressure
* Ability to investigate electrical and mechanical faults and write reports
* Excellent communication skills
* Effective interfacing with all personnel levels
* Loyal, committed, confident, and determined
Education/Qualifications
* Mechanical or electrical apprenticeship
* Engineering NVQ Level 3
Behavioral
* Calm and diplomatic under pressure
* Professional demeanor
* Loyal, committed, confident, and determined
Desired Skills (not essential)
* Intermediate IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
* Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics
* Fire warden, First Aider
* Experience with powered plant and tools
* Knowledge of Depot Protection, Working at Height, COSHH, Manual Handling, AC/DC Depot isolation
What we offer
We value our employees and offer:
* Competitive salary
* Annual performance bonus
* 25 days holiday
* Pension scheme (up to 9%)
* Private medical insurance
* Personal Accident insurance
* Group Income protection
* Group Life Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
Additional perks are available within a flexible benefits plan.
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