Rolling Stock - Electrical Technician


Company:	Rullion
Salary:	£36 to £41.58 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Longsight, M12 4HR
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	28 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Oct 2026

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Summary

Overview:

You will be based in Manchester, joining a team of over 80 professionals working on a major overhaul project for the Class 390 Avanti High Speed Trains. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-leading organisation responsible for maintaining and ensuring the reliability of this iconic, globally recognised fleet.

Rullion has a strong long-standing partnership with our client and we place great importance on contractor welfare. Your wellbeing is our priority, with an experienced on-site account manager available to support you throughout the project. This role not only offers an enjoyable working environment, but also the chance to develop valuable skills to progress further in your career.

Purpose of Role:

You will be working as part of the overhaul team to service, maintain, repair and overhaul rolling stock and equipment, including the latest generation in train technology to laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instructions

Ensuring all Overhaul activities are carried out in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner, whilst constantly seeking to improve quality.

Location:

Manchester Train Care Centre, Longsight, M12 4HR

Rates:

First 12 weeks: PAYE: £28.27 per hour / Umbrella: £36.59 per hour

Post 12 weeks: PAYE: £30.45 per hour / Umbrella: £41.58 per hour

+£1.00 per hour retainer paid on completion of the project.

Qualifications

Recognised qualification such as HNC/HND in Electrical of Electronic Engineering

(NVQ 3 Electrical Engineering will be considered, based on experience)

Skills required:

* Practical experience and a sound knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering aspects of modern EMU (Electrical Multiple Units)

* Technical experience and expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering

* IT Skills - competent user of a PC's including office packages

Experience

* Rolling Stock (Experience on locomotives or other rail vehicles) preferred. Will consider Aerospace or Military Engineering.

Requirements

* You must live within a reasonable travelling distance to our client's facility in Manchester City Centre

* You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide proof of technical qualification

Responsibilities

* Provide technical support to the Overhaul team in the provision of fault-finding expertise and assistance with train repair and train maintenance and test (Where assessed)

* Partake in gathering required data downloads on critical performance systems.

* Undertake static testing and dynamic test runs post Overhaul

* Positioning of fault data into shared drive facility.

* Carry out fault finding and investigate faults.

* Component exchange

* Carry out Testing & Re-Commissioning activities on vehicles and trains in accordance with pre-written test and commissioning procedures.

* Functionally test train borne systems with minimal supervision using a variety of techniques and methods, including the use of computer-based diagnostics systems.

* Assist with the validation of documentation issued in support of maintenance and repair activities, special checks, modifications and experiments.

* Carry out all duties in accordance with the Traincare Centre quality and safety procedures.

* General depot duties e.g.: Line of Routes

* Alista, SAP and SES input (Any future business IT systems)

* Crane driving and lifting equipment where training has been provided & competent.

* Appointed persons

* Mentoring others as and when required

* Understand and abide by safety notices, rules & regulations and follow safe working practices, H&SAWA and COSHH

* Work in conjunction with our clients lifesaving rules

* Comply with and enforce our clients Health and Safety Policy

Due to working in a safety critical environment, you will be subject to Drugs and Alcohol Testing and will follow strict Health & Safety controls and guidelines.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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