Apply to: Rail Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
Learning Provider: Delivered by MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE
Employer: NORTHERN TRAINS LTD
Vacancy Description Learning and Growing: Across our three-year apprenticeship program, you’ll earn while you learn; gaining essential skills in rail engineering. You’ll work towards a Level 3 qualification while getting hands-on experience at our TrainCare Centres.
Working as Part of a Team: You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers and trainers who are committed to helping you succeed. Together, you’ll tackle engineering challenges and ensure our trains are always ready for service.
Solving Real Problems: You’ll learn to figure out how things work and will end up loving the challenges. You’ll apply your problem-solving skills to maintain and improve our fleet.
Prioritising Safety: Safety is our top priority. You’ll begin to adapt your thinking to follow industry protocols and ensure all maintenance is carried out in a safe manner; contributing to a secure working environment for everyone.
Key Details Vacancy Title: Rail Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
Vacancy Location: Neville Hill TrainCare Centre, Osmondthorpe Lane, LS9 9BJ
Wage Frequency: Custom
Number of Vacancies: 4
Vacancy Reference Number: 1000301961
Key Dates Apply From: 11/02/2025
Closing Date For Applications: 2025-02-23 23:59:59
Interview Begin From:
Possible Start Date: 2025-09-08 00:00:00
Training Training to be Provided:
Your Journey Over Three Years:
Year One: You’ll live and study at Myerscough College in Preston (Accommodation, Food and Rail travel included), focusing on your Level 2 Performance in Engineering and Level 3 Diploma in Rail Engineering. While at college, you’ll learn the fundamentals in a classroom and workshop setting and gain practical experience at your assigned TrainCare Centre during breaks.
Year Two: You’ll continue working alongside your dedicated team at the TrainCare Centre, applying what you've learned in a hands-on environment. This year includes two fortnightly visits to the National Training Academy for Rail (NTAR) in Northampton, where you’ll complete specialist units towards your Level 3 Diploma.
Year Three: Building on your knowledge and experience, you’ll create a portfolio of evidence to complete your Level 3 qualification and prepare for your End Point Assessment. You’ll continue to work closely with your team, deepening your practical skills in real-world scenarios.
Skills Required Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem-solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative
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