Are you a motivated engineering graduate looking to make a meaningful impact from day one? Join our Fleet Engineering team and help shape the reliability, safety, and performance of our trains from introducing new technology to leading fleet improvement projects. We’re driving innovation across our rolling stock and we want you to be part of it.
Purpose of the Role
* Complete a series of structured placements across the business, learning directly from experienced engineers and subject‑matter experts.
* Support Operations, Customer Experience, and Project Management teams in delivering key rolling stock projects.
* Develop the competencies required to progress into an engineering role and work towards Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status.
Key Responsibilities
* Work alongside members of the Engineering team to develop practical engineering knowledge and skills.
* Meet agreed objectives and deadlines for each rotation.
* Support project activities and take ownership of assigned tasks or deliverables.
* Participate in meetings, workshops, and team events, contributing your ideas and insights.
* Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations to support engineering decisions and approvals.
* Assist the Engineering Manager with day‑to‑day tasks and project coordination.
What We Offer
* A structured and supportive development programme
* Exposure to a wide range of engineering disciplines and business areas
* Opportunities to contribute to high‑impact, customer‑focused projects
* A clear pathway towards professional registration
* A welcoming and collaborative team environment
Benefits
* Final salary pension
* Free travel on Avanti West Coast for you, spouse, partner, dependents
* Privilege Travel card (75% off other train operators' fares for leisure travel)
* 30 days holiday rising by 1 for every completed year of service to a maximum of 37 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
* 10 free journeys on other First Group Train Operators
We welcome individuals of all races, religions, ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. Our goal is to reflect the communities we serve and create an environment where everyone feels valued and heard.
We celebrate it, we respect it and we put it to great use.
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