Train Technician

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll report to your team leader and work alongside a team of dedicated technicians. You will be working on our LOTrain project based at our Willesden depot, you will also be working on site at our Ilford depot at times. You'll be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance, repair and fault finding on Aventra Units. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business and have responsibility of vehicle examinations in line with vehicle maintenance instruction, and take responsibility for the safe, efficient and professional workmanship of oneself and others under your control and much more. We'll look to you for:

• Undertake technical maintenance to the required standards, and in accordance with all maintenance instructions.
• Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all maintenance documentation prior to Shift Production Manager (SPM) validation and authorisation.
• Responsible to the Shift Production Manager for the accurate identification of outstanding work at the end of the shift.
• Operation of powered plant, lifting and mechanical handling equipment.
• Ensuring all problems with processes, tooling and documentation are identified within the team is reported to the Shift Production Manager / Facility Management Team
• Highlighting potential Health and Safety concerns
• Compliance with all laid down H&S legislation and depot procedures to ensure a safe accident free environment
• Responsible for keeping the work area clean and tidy and to the highest standards at all times.
• Supporting the SPM regarding delivery of Quality, Waste Reduction, Delivery and EHS targets
• Produce comprehensive reports on specific fault finding investigations
• Identify potential improvements and feedback to Engineering
• Constantly searching for ways to improve processes
• Responsible for the coaching of staff in good working practices and quality standards. Supporting the Shift Production Manager in the identification of training needs
All about you We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role


• NVQL3 Qualification or equivalent
• Demonstrate excellence in approach to work and people activities
• Practical hands-on approach to problem solving
• Safety Critical Competencies
• Fault finding electrically and mechanically
• Responsible for accurate completion of all paperwork prior to supervisor validation.
• Highly self-motivated individual, able to work under your own initiative
• You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
  At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Alstom is the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of new trains, train services, and signalling infrastructure projects. It has built just under 40% of the UK's mainline train fleet, all the fleets currently in service with London Underground and Dublin's LUAS. It is building the UK's biggest train programme in a generation - AVENTRA - for seven of the UK's largest train operating companies, is ramping up to build the next generation of Greater Dublin's commuter trains, DART+ as well as 54 HS2 high-speed trains in a Joint Venture. Alstom also supports 66% of the UK fleet through its Services business and is the UK's leading CP6 signalling & infrastructure provider. Employing 6,000 people across the UK and Ireland, we design, build and test trains at the UK's largest end-to-end train manufacturing factory in Derby and operate major sites at Widnes, Crewe, Ilford and Plymouth, as well as 30 train services depots across the UK&I, Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive, and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Salary + Benefits: £56,323.33 with additional annual payment of £2,816.17 based on a 42 our contract, Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:
• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)
You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you! What we offer We offer a highly competitive remuneration package, 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday. Contributed healthcare, life assurance, an excellent company-contributed pension scheme, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.