We are committed to delivering a safe and reliable train service, by investing in our fleet of trains, stations and employees. As part of this investment we are looking to recruit Technicians on a full-time, permanent basis, based in Bletchley. You will work independently or in a group in order to carry out the maintenance, repair, overhaul and modification of London Northwestern & West Midlands Railways (LNWMR) and contracted TOC’s rolling stock, whilst doing this to laid down specifications in order to provide reliable and available units to operate the train service of London Northwestern & West Midlands Railways (LNWMR) and its customers. Key Responsibilities To attend to the servicing, maintenance, repair, overhaul and modification of traction and rolling stock. Carry out planned preventative maintenance on rolling stock to laid down specifications. To at all times, ensure compliance with local, company and industry safety procedures and regulations including local operating and depot protection procedures. To where competent attend to In Service Failures and undertake the duties of Designated Person as required. To apply depot protection for self and others, and to where required act as Designated Person ensuring that a safe system of work is in place for self, other fleet staff, contractors, visitors, passengers, public and train crew. Ensure the accurate completion of work records to include the generation of, completion of and sign off of work as complete and compile records of all work done in accordance with local instructions, to include use of any electronic Maintenance Management System. If required compile technical reports relating to work carried out. Adhering to Stores Procedures when using material. and to ensure cost effective use of said materials to include use of any electronic Maintenance Management System To ride units in service to gain insight into unit condition as required or directed. Ensure good housekeeping is carried out whilst working ensuring work areas are tidy and clean during and on completion of work. To assist in maintaining the work areas in a clean and safe condition. Ensure compliance with processes and procedures in respect of the Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems. Drive company road vehicles as required in the execution of duties including overnight duties at Oxford Where applicable instruct new entrants, apprentices, contractors, and visitors, on maintenance procedures, act as mentors as required Operate powered plant equipment as required Make recommendations to management and technical staff that lead to the improvement of technical documentation, tooling or other work practices that would lead to improved productivity/efficiency, greater safety, or higher fleet reliability. (an example would be making recommendation on improvement to VMIs or on updating level checks) Where required due to workload carry out other tasks as directed where competent to do so To carry out AP/DP duties to enable safe operation of the maintenance shed for all staff working at the depot, supply and replenish consumables for all fleets based at the depot, attend mainline failures of all DMU’s and any class 730 EMU’s that become entangled with the OLE Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Completed appropriate apprenticeship or hold relevant qualifications in electrical / mechanical engineering as specified by current company policy. Knowledge of WM Trains Ltd maintained rolling stock (be prepared to undertake appropriate training). Road Vehicle driving licence and authority to drive Railway Service vehicles. Emergency First Aid (Compulsory) PTS / Designated Person Trained Power Plant equipment trained PC / IT literate (Job specific training provided) E2 Competent Some specific additional skills in this grade group ie Lathe Operator, Welder, Carriage repairer/painter AP (Appointed person) trained Job Benefits Salary £49,242 per annum A defined benefit pension from day 1 – one of the best in the UK. Free travel on all London Northwestern and West Midlands Railway services for you, your spouse/partner, and dependents. 8 Friends and Family Day passes to gift per annum on our network. A 24/7 Virtual GP service for you and your household. Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)- A confidential employee benefit that supports you with personal or work-related issues affecting your home life, work life, health, or wellbeing Our cycle to work scheme with Evans Cycles. A retail discount portal- offering savings, discounts and cashback at over 800 retailers and restaurants.