Electrical Maintenance Engineer Rail Milling Machines

3 weeks ago

Port Talbot, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Opportunity: Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Rail Milling Machines (Nationwide Travel required, working away from home fro 9 weeks at a time)

Salary: £54,000 per year + overtime opportunities
Location: Nationwide (UK-wide travel)
Hours: 60-hour weeks (10-week work cycle)
Benefits: 28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, company van, fuel card, £25 per night tax-free allowance (~£33 including tax contributions) _ 1 week off in every 10 weeks so you get an average of 10 weeks annual leave per year which includes your holiday allowance.

Are you ready for an exciting challenge in the rail industry?

We are looking for Electrical Maintenance Engineers who will be working away from home in 10 week blocks, with 1 weeks annual leave in every 10, not including your given annual leave of 36 days on top.

You must have experience as an electrical maintenance engineer and have experience in Siemens PLC systems to join our dynamic team working on cutting-edge rail milling machines.

If you have a strong electrical engineering background, enjoy problem-solving, and are ready to travel extensively across the UK, this could be the perfect opportunity for you

About the Role:

In this role, you will be maintaining and operating advanced rail milling machines that travel around the UK. You'll follow the machines from site to site, ensuring they are running smoothly, with responsibilities including:

Electrical maintenance on Siemens PLC systems (training provided on specific in-house systems)
Mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance as needed
Diagnosing and resolving electrical faults to keep the machines in optimal working condition
Working in shifts (combining day and night shifts) with travel home every 6th day
Travelling nationwide, lodging away from home for up to 10 weeks at a time with one weeks extra annual leave in every 10.

Why Join Us?

Salary: Competitive at £54,000 per year, with additional overtime available.
Van and Fuel Card: A company van (Ford Connect) and fuel card are provided for work-related travel.
Generous Time Off: 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with tenure.
Nightly Allowance: £25 per night tax-free (approx. £33 with tax benefits) when lodging away from home which on average comes to 5 extra weeks per year on top of your 36 days.
Career Progression: We prioritise internal promotions, offering real opportunities for career development.

What We're Looking For:

Essential:
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
Experience with Siemens PLC systems.
Full UK driving license (no more than 6 points).
Ability to work away from home for extended periods.
Desirable:
Mechanical and hydraulic maintenance experience.
Background in industries such as steelworks, military, or heavy engineering.

Ready for the Challenge?

If you're comfortable working away from home for long periods, enjoy working in a team environment, and have the necessary electrical expertise, we'd love to hear from you

Application Process:
The recruitment process includes a technical interview, skills tests, and a face-to-face assessment. Candidates must pass medicals and drug testing to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Apply Now and take the next step in your career

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