technician Blackpool, England
Blackpool Transport
Full Time
Blackpool, England
30326 - 12.04 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description
Overview:
The Company’s award-winning light rail tram operation is an integral part of the future success of Blackpool and the Fylde coast. It provides an excellent transport service along the famous sea front which will connect to Blackpool North Railway Station via the new tramway extension.
We have a position at our busy Starr Gate depot for a dedicated Tram Technician. The role of a Tram Technician is to assess required repairs and\or replacements on trams and complete the required work to a high standard. To ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition and provide written documentation of repairs to meet all company and legal requirements.
What we offer:
All applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to Blackpool Transports key values:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Blackpool Transport is a leading transport operator in the UK, operating Blackpool’s network of buses and modern light-rail trams. We are on a mission to connect people, businesses, and communities to a better future – through sustainable public transport.
The Company’s award-winning light rail tram operation is an integral part of the future success of Blackpool and the Fylde coast. It provides an excellent transport service along the famous sea front which will connect to Blackpool North Railway Station via the new tramway extension.
We have a position at our busy Starr Gate depot for a dedicated Tram Technician. The role of a Tram Technician is to assess required repairs and\or replacements on trams and complete the required work to a high standard. To ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition and provide written documentation of repairs to meet all company and legal requirements.
What we offer:
- A pay of £14.58 per hour during training, rising to £17.46 once this training has been completed.
- A 37.5-hour working week working Monday - Friday 7-3 during training, then 5 days over 7 this includes shift work.
- Free travel on all our buses and trams, as well as the same for 2 other people.
- You’ll be supported by an individual learning journey to help you develop and achieve your goals
- You’ll be safe in the knowledge that your welfare and wellbeing are our top priority with free access to lots of support services
- You’ll of course get the usual benefits, such as a pension scheme, discounted offers, and access to free welfare facilities
All applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to Blackpool Transports key values:
Safety First- We are focused on delivering the highest standard of service for the safety of our staff and customers
People & Community Focused- We look after each other and we are invested in the people that we serve
Trustworthy & Reliable- We do what we say we will do. If we can’t we explain why and hold each other accountable in a constructive way
Listen & Take Action We listen to each other and act on opportunities to solve problems and make things better
All One Team- We work with our colleagues and partners to deliver innovative outcomes, in the best interest of our customers
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
- Diagnoses vehicle faults (e.g. Using computer diagnostic equipment etc) to determine required repairs and\or replacements.
- Inspects trams and equipment to ensure it is in safe operating condition
- Maintains tools and equipment to ensure availability in a safe operating condition.
- Responds to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns. After training carry out emergency vehicle lifting, and re-railing as required.
- Services trams to ensure that they are maintained in a safe operating condition and scheduled preventative maintenance is performed.
- Safely transports required items (e.g. Tools, equipment supplies etc) to ensure the availability of materials required at job site.
- When required trains apprentices and ensures that they learn the correct and safe way to repair and maintain vehicles.
- Services and maintains ancillary equipment as required e.g. tram wash, sanding plant.
- Meets the requirement for and successfully completes the tram driver training programme.
- Complies with all relevant store's procedures.
- Maintains a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness throughout all work areas.
- If required and train will operate a forklift truck in line with company procedures.
- Operate trams for the purpose of shunting and recovering broken down vehicles.
Qualifications:
Requirement
Essential Desirable (E or D)
How Assessed (s) – used for short listing
1. Education/ Qualification/ knowledge
High School education
E
Assessment
Relevant mechanical or electrical qualification or equivalent experience or willing to work towards.
E
Assessment/Interview
(s)
2. Knowledge/ Skills/ Experience
Experience of working as part of a team in an engineering maintenance workshop.
D
Interview
Aware of the importance of Health and Safety procedures.
E
Interview
Excellent verbal/ written communication skills.
E
Assessment/Interview
Good ICT skills.
E
Interview
Willingness to undertake training required for the role.
E
Interview
Be a good team player.
E
Interview
Able to solve problems quickly and decisively.
E
Interview
Flexible approach to working hours.
E
Interview
Hold a full UK driving licence.
D
Interview
Hold a Fork Lift Truck licence.
D
Interview
About Blackpool Transport
CEO: Paul David Stuart Galley
Revenue: $5 to $25 million (USD)
Size: 501 to 1000 Employees
Type: Unknown
Website: www.blackpooltransport.com
Blackpool Transport
www.blackpooltransport.com
Blackpool, United Kingdom
Paul David Stuart Galley
$5 to $25 million (USD)
501 to 1000 Employees
Unknown
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