This role is advertised on behalf of Pullman Rail, a subsidiary of Transport for Wales.
Permanent Opportunity
Salary: £37,608.48 a year
Hours of work: 36hrs per week, alternating shifts (mornings and afternoons)
Closing date: 05/06/2026
Equal Opportunities
At Pullman Rail we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers.
Who we are
At Pullman Rail, we are proud of our heritage as a specialist rail engineering company delivering high-quality rolling stock maintenance, overhaul and refurbishment solutions across the UK rail industry.
We are now looking for an experienced Inspector to join our Assurance team. This is a key role responsible for ensuring rolling stock components, systems and assemblies meet the highest safety, quality and compliance standards throughout the overhaul process.
Applicants must have a robust mechanical engineering or inspection background, ideally within rolling stock, heavy engineering or a similar industrial environment. Candidates should possess a good understanding of engineering standards, quality assurance processes and defect identification, with the ability to interpret technical documentation and carry out detailed inspections. Please note that only applicants with a mechanical or inspection background will be considered for this position.
About the role
As an Inspector, you will carry out inspections and assurance activities across mechanical, wheelset and component workstreams. You will support the safe return to service of rolling stock assets by identifying defects, verifying compliance with engineering standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
You will also provide technical guidance to production teams and support wider assurance activities including audits, investigations and process reviews.
Key responsibilities
* Conduct spot-check inspections throughout production and overhaul activities
* Inspect rolling stock components, assemblies and completed work to ensure compliance with technical specifications and company standards
* Carry out dimensional checks, alignments and engineering measurements
* Verify maintenance, overhaul and inspection documentation is accurately completed
* Produce detailed inspection and non-conformance reports
* Support investigations, audits and corrective actions
* Provide technical guidance to production and maintenance teams
* Promote and uphold safe systems of work and quality standards at all times
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across the Assurance function
About you
We are looking for someone who has:
* A completed apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Traction & Rolling Stock or a relevant engineering discipline
* Experience within rolling stock, rail maintenance or heavy engineering environments
* A good understanding of quality assurance and inspection processes
* Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and maintenance manuals
* Knowledge of wheelsets, bogies and rolling stock component inspection methods
* Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges
* Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and reporting abilities
* A commitment to safety, quality and professional standards
Desirable qualifications:
* Magnetic Particle Inspection Level 2
* UAT Inspection Level 1
Next steps
Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more?
This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Note that you must hold the right to work in the UK. We are not currently able to provide sponsorship.