Job Description - High Level Technician - Rolling Stock
High Level Technician
Location: Wimbledon, London Contract: 6 months Shift Pattern: Panama Roster - Days & Nights Pay Rate: £31.48 per hour PAYE / £40.36 - £42.34 per hour Umbrella
The Role
We are currently recruiting for High Level Technicians to join a technical team supporting the Class 701 Aventra fleet at Wimbledon.
Reporting to the Shift Production Manager, you will work as part of a small technical team, assisting the Fleet Operator with mechanical and electrical maintenance, detailed fault finding, diagnostics and repairs.
You will play a key role in ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with company processes, procedures and all relevant safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Provide train systems engineering advice across the vehicle and key systems, including TCMS, HVAC, propulsion, brakes, doors and on-train communications. Act as a technical point of contact for Production and Control Room staff, supporting in-service fault resolution. Assist with detailed fault finding, diagnostics and troubleshooting. Develop solutions providing both short-term mitigation and long-term resolution. Attend to faulty trains in service, carrying out component replacements and modification work. Support root cause analysis using FRACAS, 8D and PPS methodologies. Assist with updating maintenance instructions, overhaul instructions, processes and procedures to optimise maintenance activities. Liaise with Technical Publications and Central Engineering teams where required. Monitor trains in service using the Orbita remote monitoring system. Download and analyse train data from onboard train data recorders using laptops. Use diagnostic software to identify faults across various train systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, train management and onboard computer systems. Carry out system software updates as required. Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant safety procedures and company standards.Shift Pattern
The role operates on a Panama roster covering both days and nights:
5 Days: 07:00 - 19:00 5 Days Off 4 Nights: 19:00 - 07:00 5 Days Off 2 Days: 07:00 - 19:00 3 Nights: 19:00 - 07:00 4 Days Off Roster then repeats.Skills & Experience
The successful candidates will ideally have:
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in an electrical discipline - essential. Previous experience within the rail industry - desirable but not essential. Experience using laptops and diagnostic equipment to identify and investigate faults. Ability to interpret and work from maintenance manuals, technical documentation and electrical/mechanical schematics. Proven experience in mechanical or electrical fault finding. Experience carrying out mechanical or electrical repairs. Strong troubleshooting and fault investigation skills, with the ability to gather and analyse technical evidence. A methodical and analytical approach to fault finding and problem solving. Ability to work independently and use your own initiative. A highly self-motivated approach with the ability to work effectively within a small technical team.Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical / Mechanical Technician to work on the modern Class 701 Aventra fleet, gaining exposure to complex train systems, advanced diagnostics and in-service fault resolution.
Apply now to be considered for the role.
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