Overhaul Team Member - Dual Skilled (Electrical Fitter)
Contract Role: 18 Months
Location: Manchester Train Care Centre, Longsight, M12 4HR
Shift Pattern: 2 weeks of days, followed by 2 weeks of nights - on rotation.
Hours: 52hrs per week on days and 44hrs per week on nights. (48hrs average over a 4-week period)
Start and Finish times: (Subject to change at client's request)
Days: 07:00 - 18:00 / 07:00 - 15:00
Nights: 19:00 - 06:00 / 20:00 - 07:00
Pay:
Pre 12 weeks: PAYE £24.94 per hour / Umbrella £28.51 per hour
Post 12 weeks: PAYE £25.60 per hour / Umbrella £30.04 per hourAdditional Retainer: £1.00 per hour (paid upon project completion and return of tooling in satisfactory condition)
This role falls inside IR35 - payment via PAYE or Umbrella Company.
Overview
Join a team of 80+ skilled professionals at Manchester Train Care Centre, working on a major overhaul project for the Class 390 Avanti High Speed Trains. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and reliability of one of the UK's most iconic high-speed fleets, while developing your skills with a world-leading rail organisation.
At Rullion, we value contractor welfare. You'll have a dedicated on-site account manager for support throughout the project, ensuring a positive working environment where your wellbeing and professional growth come first.
Purpose of the Role
As part of the overhaul team, you will:
Service, maintain, repair, and overhaul rolling stock and equipment (including advanced train technologies) in line with Vehicle Maintenance Instructions (VMI).
Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while seeking opportunities to improve processes and outcomes.Key Responsibilities
Follow depot safety procedures, notices, rules, HASAW, COSHH, and safe working practices
Adhere to quality systems and client lifesaving rules
Complete electrical and mechanical maintenance (corrective & preventative)
Carry out component exchanges, inspections, fault finding and reporting
Perform depot duties (route audits, housekeeping/5S activities)
Input into SAP/SES systems (training provided)
Operate cranes/lifting equipment (if trained and competent)
Mentor junior staff when required
Support team activities to ensure deadlines and specifications are metQualifications & Skills
Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent technical training
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or Maintenance (or equivalent with electrical content)
Strong communication (verbal & written)
Solid technical and IT skillsExperience (one of the following desirable):
Rolling stock (locomotives or rail vehicles) - preferred
Military (REME or other Military Engineering)
Aerospace
Automotive vehicles such as HGV's, Buses, Lorries, Electric Vehicles, AutomobilesRequirements
Live within commuting distance of Manchester city centre
Right to work in the UK and able to provide proof of qualificationsBenefits
PPE supplied by Rullion
Client-provided tooling
On-site messroom with kitchen facilities
Coverall cleaning service
Changing facilities with lockers and showersThis is a safety-critical role. Candidates must pass a drug & alcohol test and comply with strict Health & Safety controls.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants