Excellent Opportunity to Build a Career in Rolling Stock Maintenance
Location: Crawley
Pay Rate (PAYE)
T2A: £21.58 per hour PAYE (umbrella first 12 week 27.53 rising to £29.01) - Suitable for candidates with NVQ Level 2. Following successful completion of the rolling stock training programme (typically around 6 months), you will progress to the T2B rate.
T2B: £22.30 per hour PAYE (umbrella first 12 week 28.45 rising to £29.98) - For candidates who already hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent).
Shift Pattern
Approximately 5 on / 5 off, working 12-hour rotating day and night shifts. The exact roster varies slightly but follows a similar pattern. Applicants must be willing to work both days and nights.
Hours: 40-48 hours per week, plus regular overtime opportunities.
Contract Duration: Ongoing assignment with a guaranteed minimum of 6 months. Expected duration is 24-36 months, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position, subject to performance.
Start Date: 14 September 2026
About the Opportunity
Looking to take your mechanical or electrical career to the next level?
Shorterm Group, in partnership with Siemens Mobility, is offering an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers and technicians to transition into the rail industry through a structured training programme.
Working on the Class 700 electric train fleet, you'll receive comprehensive training to become a skilled Rolling Stock Maintenance Technician, joining one of the world's leading transportation companies in an exciting and growing industry.
You'll be carrying out general maintenance across the entire train, working on a wide range of systems including:
Underframe equipment
Traction motors
Power systems
Pantographs
Air conditioning systems
Toilet systems
Mechanical and electrical components
General fault finding and maintenance from top to bottom of the train
This role is ideal for candidates from backgrounds including:
Light Vehicle Mechanics
HGV/Heavy Vehicle Technicians
Plant Maintenance
Industrial or Manufacturing Maintenance
Aviation Engineering
Armed Forces (REME or other technical trades)
Motor Mechanics
Electrical Maintenance Engineers
Industrial Electricians
The Role
As a Maintenance Technician, you'll carry out planned and corrective maintenance on passenger rolling stock, ensuring the fleet remains safe, reliable and available for service.
Working within a skilled engineering team, your responsibilities will include:
Carrying out routine inspections, servicing and preventative maintenance
Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults
Completing repairs on braking systems, pneumatics, wheelsets and other mechanical assemblies
Undertaking vehicle examinations in accordance with Vehicle Maintenance Instructions (VMIs)
Rectifying in-service defects safely and efficiently
Recording maintenance activities using electronic maintenance systems
Completing job cards, service sheets and maintenance documentation
Liaising with the Parts Department to source replacement components
Operating lifting and mechanical handling equipment safely
Producing fault-finding reports where required
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards
Promoting a strong health and safety culture at all times
What We're Looking For
We're looking for enthusiastic mechanical or electrical engineers with strong fault-finding skills and a willingness to learn.
Suitable backgrounds include:
Mechanical maintenance
Electrical maintenance
Vehicle maintenance
Industrial or manufacturing maintenance
Heavy vehicle or plant maintenance
Aviation engineering
Armed Forces technical trades (particularly REME)
Mechanical or electrical fault finding
Experience using maintenance reporting systems
Good Health & Safety awareness
Qualifications
Essential
NVQ Level 2 in a Mechanical or Electrical discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
Desirable
NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline
At least 12 months' relevant maintenance experience
Why Apply?
Full Rolling Stock training provided
Work for Siemens Mobility, a global leader in rail technology
Opportunity to work on the modern Class 700 electric fleet
Excellent long-term contract with genuine permanent opportunities
Competitive PAYE rates
Progression from the T2A rate to the T2B rate following successful completion of training (typically around six months)
Regular overtime available
34 days' holiday (pro rata)
Modern, newly refurbished depot with excellent facilities, including a refurbished canteen
Excellent career progression into the rail industry
Recruitment Process
Interviews and practical assessments will take place during the week commencing 10 August 2026, with assessment sessions starting from 8:00am.
Early applications are encouraged as assessment slots are limited
Salary description
£27.53 - £29.01 per hour