Location: Mobile role covering rail stations between Stoke-on-Trent and Rugby on the West Coast Main Line (WCML)
Benefits:
* Company van with fuel card (all fuel, maintenance and insurance covered)
* Overtime opportunities
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Rail industry training and certification support
Job Purpose
To deliver high-quality planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs on HVAC systems across a dedicated section of the West Coast Main Line. You will work independently from a company van, ensuring heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment at passenger stations remains safe, reliable and compliant with rail standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out scheduled planned maintenance on HVAC plant including boilers, chillers, air handling units, fan coil units, VRF/VRV systems, extract fans and controls.
* Respond promptly to reactive callouts and emergency breakdowns to minimise station downtime and passenger disruption.
* Diagnose faults, repair or replace components, and recommission systems to full operational standard.
* Complete all works in accordance with rail safety protocols, station access procedures and permit-to-work systems.
* Maintain accurate records of works, test results, parts used and asset condition using mobile devices and the company’s CMMS.
* Liaise with station staff, Network Rail and other contractors as required.
* Perform minor installation or modification works when instructed.
* Ensure personal and public safety at all times, including correct use of PPE and adherence to OLE, trackside and station rules.
Essential Requirements
* Recognised HVAC qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 7189/6150, NVQ Level 2/3 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or equivalent).
* Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points).
* Ability to work at height, in confined spaces and unsocial hours (nights, weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis).
* Basic IT skills for handheld devices and digital reporting.
Desirable
* Rail industry experience or PTS (Personal Track Safety) card.
* F-Gas Category 1 certification.
* Experience with building management systems (BMS) and controls.
* Knowledge of rail station environments and passenger safety requirements.
Working Pattern
* Predominantly Monday–Friday (early/late shifts), with occasional night shifts and weekend call-out on a rota.
* All travel time between home and first/last station is paid.
This is a permanent, mobile role ideal for a skilled HVAC engineer who enjoys variety, independence and working in the high-profile rail environment
Salary description
£40000.00 - £60000.00 per year