The role involves the maintenance, repair, and inspection of a range of specialised rail plant and on-track equipment, supporting key infrastructure and rail projects across the region. This is a great chance to be part of a fast-paced and safety-driven environment with excellent opportunities for ongoing development and training.
Rail Plant Engineer - Stratford Job Overview
Depot-based role working on a range of specialised rail plant and on-track machinery
Focus on maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs of Rail-Road Vehicles (RRVs) and associated equipment
Ensure all rail plant meets safety, compliance, and operational standards
Opportunity to work on diverse and technically interesting machinery used across key rail infrastructure projects
Ideal for engineers with RRV experience, but open to heavy plant engineers with strong mechanical/hydraulic skills
Work as part of an experienced and supportive engineering team
Ongoing training and development available to support progression into rail-specific workRail Plant Engineer - Stratford Job Requirements
Proven experience as a Plant Engineer, Rail Plant Engineer, or Heavy Plant Fitter
Experience working on Rail-Road Vehicles (RRVs) is highly desirable but not essential
Strong mechanical knowledge
NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential)
Familiarity with LOLER, PUWER, and other relevant safety regulations (advantageous but not essential)
Ability to diagnose and repair faults efficiently and accurately
Strong commitment to health & safety and working to high standards
Full UK driving licence required (PTS certification is a plus, but not essential)
Willingness to learn and undergo further training for rail-specific equipmentRail Plant Engineer - Stratford Salary & Benefits
Starting rate: £19.50 per hour (days)
Starting rate: £23.00 per hour (nights/weekends)
Clear progression path with pay increases as skills, competencies, and rail certifications are achieved
40-hour week (07:30-16:30, 1-hour unpaid lunch)
Company vehicle and fuel card
Regular overtime available
28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
Pension, accident & life coverBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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£19.50 - £19.50 per hour