Apprentice - Rail Engineering Technician/Fitter: L3 - Crewe 2024

3 weeks ago

Crewe, Cheshire East, United Kingdom Alstom Full time

Req ID:447972

Appointment Basis: Fixed Term

Location: Crewe

Application Deadline: 6th May 2024

To Apply: go to "Career Opportunities" in ALP

Alstom is the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of new trains and train services, and a leading signalling and rail infrastructure provider. Alstom have built, or are building, just under 40% of the UK mainline train fleet; as well as the entire fleets in service with London Underground, and Dublin Luas.

We provide the widest range of smart solutions in the rail market, from innovative high-speed rolling stock, metros and trams to maintenance, modernisation, infrastructure and signalling.

Employing 6000 people, we design and build trains at Derby, the UK's largest train factory; and operate major sites at Widnes, Crewe, Ilford and Plymouth, and 30 train services depots across the UK and Ireland.

Furthermore, having been selected as part of a joint venture to design, build and maintain the HS2 rolling stock, we have also been shortlisted for the corresponding signalling contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a world leading engineering company where you will be working alongside qualified and experienced staff. We have a well-established and long-term apprenticeship programme through which we offer strong continuous development opportunities, together with significant levels of support, mentoring and coaching.

Joining us means becoming a vital part of a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 80,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.

Alstom deliver major railway projects across the globe and have recently been vital in the delivery of Crossrail, and HS2 (enabling projects) in the UK. In addition, we have been awarded by Network Rail, two significant major signalling frameworks and you will be part of the team that will be delivering Contracts awarded under those Frameworks.

About The Role:

This role is based at our Crewe site.

Our Rail Engineering/Fitter Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to learn about supporting operational activities around overhaul and maintenance of bogies, wheelsets, traction motors, pantographs, HVAC units and Construction of new build bogies for HS2. You will work as part of multifunctional team, supporting operational activities.

You will also be involved in:

The overhaul and maintenance of bogies, wheelsets, traction motors, pantographs and HVAC unit The construction of the new build bogies for HS2 Participate in company initiatives, in particular to be engaged in Continuous Improvement activity targeted at all aspects of Alstom performance. Participate in STEM & other Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives To comply with Alstom Procedures and the Code of Ethics Carry out general depot duties Provide basic maintenance competency Carry out depot cleaning/general housekeeping Carry out Testing activities in accordance with pre-written test procedures Assist in component change outs

As part of the apprenticeship programme, you will be working towards completing a Level 3 Diploma in Rail Engineering Knowledge, and the Level 3 Competency in Rail Engineering. Over the programme, you will be combining the academic studies with real life work based experience across our organisation which will give you the opportunity to build and gather evidence of your competence whilst working towards a formal qualification.

Joining the team at Alstom will mean working on real assignments and gaining hands-on experience from day one, with the chance to build a personal network across the business.

This apprenticeship programme is the start of your progression into technical expert roles. We are looking for innovative and ambitious talent to become our future leaders and senior managers- upon completion of the apprenticeship programme, there will be the opportunity to step up into these roles.

On completion of the apprenticeship you will be expected to undertake various processes on the repair and overhaul of traction and rolling stock as a manufacturing team member

Entry Requirements:

GCSE or equivalent in 5 subjects including Maths, English and Science at Grades 5-9

Candidates will also need to have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as having strong attention to detail and being able to work in a team. Candidate should also be logical and use their initiative.

As part of the application process, you will need to answer a series of mandatory questions; please allocate a few minutes in going through them and answering, as they are this is the first sift in the process. If you have successfully completed your application, a follow up e-mail will come through in a few days, explaining in detail the next steps of the selection process (online test, online interview, assessment centre), together with approximate timelines for each.

We wish you the best of luck for all the steps and look forward to getting to know you

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive, and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:


Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a "disability confident leader accredited employer", we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

The apprentice programmes are not eligible for visa sponsorship as they do not meet the minimum requirements of the Home Office.

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