Automotive Mechanic cross train into rail
PURE TALENT GROUP LIMITED · Westbury, South West
Automotive Mechanic cross train into rail at PURE TALENT GROUP LIMITED, based in Westbury, South West, paying £41,000 - £45,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £41,000 - £45,000 per annum
- Location
- Westbury, South West
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 month ago
- Closes
- 31 Aug 2026
- Sector
- HGV Driving
About 7% above the going rate for hgv driving
Reference https://puretalentgroup.co.uk/job/uncat/automotive-mechanic-cross-train-into-rai
About the role
Vehicle Technician / Automotive Mechanic → Train as a Rail Engineer
Salary & Package
- £41,000 starting salary (rising to £45,000 within 2 years)
- Company van, tools, fuel card, phone & laptop
- Pension + medical plan
- Fully paid training & development
Location Westbury (BA13 4HP)
Must live within 1 hour
The Opportunity Are you a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic or Automotive Engineer looking for something different?
We are offering a rare opportunity to transition out of the motor trade and into the rail industry — with full training provided.
No rail experience needed
We will cross-train you from automotive into rail engineering
You’ll use your existing mechanical skills while learning to work on freight locomotives and rolling stock — a stable, higher-paying, and long-term career path.
Ideal Background We are specifically looking for people from:
- Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic
- Automotive Technician (Dealership or Independent Garage)
- HGV / LGV Technician
- Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic
- REME / Forces Vehicle Mechanic
If you can diagnose and fix vehicles — we can train you on trains
What You’ll Be Doing
- Carrying out maintenance and servicing on rail vehicles
- Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
- Performing inspections and testing
- Completing maintenance paperwork
- Working independently in a mobile role (van provided)
Working Pattern
- Rolling 6-week rota
- Typically 4 x 10-hour shifts
- Includes “as required” support week
What You Need
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance / Mechanical Engineering
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Ability to pass:
- DBS check
- Medical
- Drug & alcohol screening
- British citizen (role requirement)
Career Progression This is not just a job — it’s a career move out of the motor trade:
- Vehicle Technician → Rail Fitter → Technician → Team Leader
Longer-term opportunities in:
- Technical Services
- Asset Management
- Training & Development
This company is known for promoting from within
Why Apply?
- Move away from garage pressure / bonus culture
- Higher long-term earning potential
- Fully equipped mobile role
- Stable, growing industry (rail is future-proof)
- Full training provided — no rail experience required
Apply Now If you’re a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, or Automotive Engineer looking for a better long-term career — apply today. #ENG1
Reference: https://puretalentgroup.co.uk/job/uncat/automotive-mechanic-cross-train-into-rai · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 31 Aug 2026 · Listed via PURE TALENT GROUP LIMITED
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