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We have an exciting opportunity for a On Train Technician who will be working with a fleet of infrastructure monitoring vehicles inspecting and monitoring the network 24/7, making sure they are fit-for-purpose and compliant with relevant legislation safety and standards.

You will be working with PLPRs TRU, MENTOR which work with some of the most advanced cutting edge rail technology!

Get to know what its like to work within the wider team for The New Measurement Train

• Undertake infrastructure condition monitoring and other relevant data collection activities , in accordance with applicable standards and work instructions
• Identify, verify and record all infrastructure defects and faults presented by the on-train systems and report defects and faults to the nominated control centres
• Record and report vehicle defects, system failures and other reasons for the non-collection of data in accordance with company procedures
• Manage the delivery of valid data, reporting when this has not been achieved
• Support the review and monitoring of system functional performance, working with the Measurement Systems Maintenance team to develop and deliver remediation activities as required
• Manage the calibration of monitoring and test equipment to defined standards and undertake functional checks, maintaining records on a daily basis
• Support the validation, calibration, product acceptance and implementation of new and existing examination technologies, systems and vehicles as required
• Maintain an adequate supply of critical spares (and consumables) for measurement systems (in conjunction with the maintenance engineers)

Next Steps: Further Opportunities?

Due to the level of rail exposure and technical detail you gain from this role, this would be a great way to develop into a technical setting.

What Training Can I expect?

Your commitment to self-development and continuous learning is hugely important in this role and we'll provide you with all the training to develop both technical skills and non technical skills. You will have inhouse classroom training, followed by a period of supervised on the job training and the opportunity to practise new skills in a real work environment.

What Are My Working Hours?

Shift work. You’ll also need to be comfortable with working away from home for periods of time.

What’s the local area like?

You will need to live within a commutable distance of the Derby Trent House site and will need access to your own transport to allow for the different shift rota patterns.

This role involves days, nights and weekend working and the job is safety critical. Offers of employment are subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment and BPSS pre-employment checks.

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.
• Substantial technical experience in measurement systems in a rail environment.
• Ability to produce formal written reports.

What could set you apart

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.
• Membership of an appropriate engineering institution.
• IT literate

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Our role is to run a safe, reliable and efficient railway, serving customers and communities. We exist to get people and goods where they need to be and to support our country’s economic prosperity. Safety is our number one priority.

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Are you looking to join an organisation where you do meaningful work every day?

Our On Train Technician roles are your first step into a rewarding career with Network Rail

Role Title: On Train Technician [OTT]

Salary range: £25,000 (Rising to £28,900 on completion of training) + £3,100 Operational Allowance + Overtime

Contract Type: X3 Full Time Permanent

Location: Derby Trent House (with nationwide travel to other Network Rail sites and offices)

This role is a safety Critical position

At Network rail you will have a clear development path, access to training and enjoy a range of employee benefits, such as; up to 28 days annual leave, rail subsidies, a range of pension options, flexible and agile working arrangements, discounts on shopping, gym memberships and much more.

Closing date: 09/03/2023

Interviews: Face to face

Click ‘apply for this job’ to apply. If you would like to speak the Resourcing Team please contact [email protected]

We are committed to a diverse workplace enriched with representation from diverse cultures, backgrounds and skills. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where difference is embraced, and individuals can thrive. We recognise that the success of the team is dependent on a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined group of individuals, aligned to deliver successful solutions. For more information on D&I at Network Rail, please follow this link

Drugs and Alcohol Standard:

All prospective external candidates offered a conditional role will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.