Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: London (North Pole)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician(Product Support Engineer - Rail) to support maintenance, fault‑finding and repair of rail products in a safety‑critical environment.

This role suits a hands‑on, mechanically biased engineer who enjoys problem‑solving, working with modern maintenance systems, and contributing to continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carry out preventative, scheduled and reactive maintenance
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs using technical drawings and guides
• Complete accurate service and maintenance documentation
• Track parts usage to support stock control
• Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes
• Maintain high HSQE standards at all times
• Use IT systems for diagnostics, reporting and maintenance tracking
• Attend customer meetings and support sign‑off where required
• Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas
• Support other depots when required

What You'll Need to Succeed

Essential:

• Mechanical engineering background (electrical knowledge beneficial)
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience in maintenance, repair or overhaul environments
• Strong safety awareness
• Ability to read technical drawings and documentation
• Confident using IT systems (Word, Excel, email)

Desirable:

• Experience with train diesel engines
• Background in automotive (engine/powertrain) or aircraft maintenance
• Experience in rail or heavy engineering environments (training provided for systems)

What We're Looking For

• Proactive, solutions‑driven mindset
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable approach
• Team player with good communication skills

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity to work on modern rail systems in a stable, long‑term role, with ongoing training and development in a supportive engineering environment.

What's My Next Step?

If you're ready to develop your skills in a high‑integrity rail environment, apply now.