Field Service Technician – Rail Division

2 weeks ago

Derby, United Kingdom 1492 Ltd Full time

Field Service Technician – Rail Division

Are you a skilled technician with strong mechanical and electrical expertise? We’re working with a well‑established engineering organisation that supports major rail projects across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team where you’ll be the face of the company on customer sites, ensuring equipment is maintained, serviced, and repaired to the highest standards.

The Role

As a Field Service Technician, you will:

* Carry out on‑site maintenance, servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on rail HVAC equipment

* Perform electrical testing, rewiring, and component replacement

* Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures independently, providing clear assessments

* Undertake brazing, soldering, and mechanical assembly tasks to required standards

* Deliver professional communication and customer service while representing the organisation on site

* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures and maintain accurate service documentation

* Spend your first three months in production to gain full product knowledge before working independently on customer sites

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

* Experience in a field service, rail, or engineering role

* Strong mechanical and electrical skills, including fault finding and component replacement

* Electrical knowledge, including rewiring, testing, and system repairs

* Full clean driving licence

* FGAS qualification and minimum Level 3 electrical/mechanical qualification

* Experience with rail HVAC systems, chiller units, or compressors

* Previous rail industry experience

* HVAC product knowledge

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary with overtime or time‑off‑in‑lieu for unsociable hours

* Profit share scheme and company pension

* Tools provided

* Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the rail industry, send us your CV along with a short cover note highlighting your experience and motivation. We’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.

About 1492 Search

In a nutshell – We discover great people Created with the belief that the process is just as necessary as the opportunity, we decided there was a better recruitment method. Working solely in the manufacturing and engineering industry, we work on retained projects to provide accountability for every hire we make with you. We connect candidates and hiring managers, provide in-depth project management plans and advise through up to date market research. No two hires are the same, and that’s why each project is adapted to your needs. We aim to take the stress out of the hiring process and focus on the job at hand

We aim to reply to all applications, successful or not, within 2 working days of applying for the role. If you are not happy with the service, please feel free to give us a call or drop us an email.

1492 Ltd and its clients promote a policy of equal opportunities. Our policy is to treat job applicants and employees in the same way regardless of age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, colour or disability

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