Who are we?
South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight.
Join our team and help us continue to bring people together to get the most out of life.
About the job
To attend to any Mainline train service failures on all types of SWR rolling stock. To service and repair rolling stock to specifications laid down by Southwestern Railway. Adhere to local Depot protection, quality procedures and rules and regulations in force.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Undertake fault finding on units to identify faults and solutions, using schematic, main wiring as well as pneumatic diagrams.
- Carry out component changes as required.
- Using the correct equipment undertake fault finding tasks.
- Complete environmental examinations against detailed specifications, detailing any issues found.
- Carry out repairs to all forms of SWR rolling stock.
- Carry out cosmetic enhancements such as changing light fittings and upholstery, in addition to making safe faults that require further attention.
- Set up electrical equipment, using various types of test apparatus.
- Undertake post repair testing.
- Attend track calls outside the depot confines, as directed by Fleet Control.
- Using appropriate paperwork record all work carried out and sign off for all work completed.
- Compile formal reports detailing post incident / failure.
- Obtain, use, care for and return all tools and equipment used.
- Advise Fleet Control / Supervisor of any problems or defects identified and any work arising from the issues.
- Work effectively as part of a team, taking the lead when required.
- Undertake minor modifications and / or fleet improvement schemes as required.
- Additional tasks as specified by Local Manager.
- Principle accountabilities may differ from Depot to Depot.
- Supervise and mentor assistants and apprentices and provide on the job training where required.
You'll need to:
- Comply with safety systems and responsibilities at all times.
- Develop a pro-active approach to safety and quality issues.
- Ensure your personal safety and that of others at all times.
- Carry out emergency procedures when required.
- Report any irregularities, faults or unusual occurrences in the prescribed manner, maintaining a written record.
- Wear all Personal Protective Equipment provided.
- Participate in all staff briefings to ensure you are informed of all relevant information.
- Examine all notices, publications and instructions and ensure that any relevant information is disseminated and understood by staff under your control.
- Ensure performance records are maintained.
You must have:
- A level 3 electrical/mechanical qualification.
About the location
Salisbury Depot is home to South Western Railway's award winning Class 15X diesel fleet. The engineering team at the depot are responsible for all aspects of maintenance and repair of the trains, this includes; engines, transmissions, electrical control equipment, HVAC and the passenger environment amongst many other systems.
Serving the West of England, the SWR Class 15X are the long-standing reliability and performance leaders in their field across the UK due to the hard working team at Salisbury depot. Knowledge, pride and accountability among everyone at Salisbury helps make it a great environment to work, thrive and deliver the best possible journeys for our customers.
Working pattern
You will work an average of 37 hours over 3.5 days per week.
4 days on 4 days off - 19:00 to 07:00
The Reward
In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including:
- Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employees
- Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependent)
- 75% discount on many other train operating companies
- Full training and support with development
- Excellent pension scheme
We all belong at SWR. Our vision is to provide an inclusive environment for all colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.
We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain a zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.
We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive.
If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, for example, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.
https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/
https://www.healthassured.org/blog/neurodiversity
