Technical Train Riding Inspector​/Technician - Rolling Stock

Job title:

Technical Train Riding Inspector / Technician - Rolling Stock
Job Type: Contract

Location:

Derby, Derbyshire
Duration: 6 month contract | Potential for extension
Pay rate:
Competitive
IR35 Status:
Inside IR35
Hours of work:
Full Time
Shift pattern:
Days & Nights on rotating shifts

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on rolling stock professional who thrives in a fast‑paced operational environment and enjoys being at the forefront of fault resolution while trains are in service.

You will play a critical role in maintaining service reliability by undertaking rapid fault finding, diagnosis and rectification of in‑service rolling stock. Acting as a technical expert on the network, you will support operational teams, minimise delays and ensure assets are returned to service safely and efficiently. This is a dynamic, field‑based role requiring travel across the associated network to meet trains in traffic as directed by the Control Room Team.

• Undertake fault finding and repair of rolling stock assets in passenger service and at depots/outstations
• Travel across the network to attend in‑service failures as directed
• Support Maintenance Control and assist with customer desk setup within the Rail Maintenance Control Centre
• Advise operational staff to minimise service disruption
• Diagnose, isolate and rectify faults affecting safety and operational capability
• Remove, replace, install and modify rolling stock components
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Identify repeat defects and propose/implement corrective actions
• Produce technical scopes of work for further rectification
• Ensure accurate and timely updates to SAP systems
• Liaise with Network Rail and key stakeholders
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• Represent the business professionally at all times

You will be equipped with a 4G tablet, diagnostic laptop and necessary tooling to support effective fault resolution.

• Essential:
• HNC in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or a completed apprenticeship in mechanical/electrical disciplines
• Engineering NVQ Level 3
• Proven rolling stock fault finding and diagnostic experience
• Strong understanding of railway rules and safety standards
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work 24‑hour shift patterns
• Desirable:
• Intermediate IT skills (Word, Excel)
• Full UK Driving Licence

This is a safety‑critical environment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo Drugs & Alcohol testing and work in strict accordance with Health & Safety controls and procedures at all times.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the sharp end of railway operations, directly impacting fleet performance and passenger service reliability. It's ideal for experienced rolling stock technicians who enjoy autonomy, responsibility and problem‑solving in real time.

If you're a proactive, safety‑focused rolling stock professional looking for your next contract opportunity in Derby, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We cannot provide VISA sponsorship.

Interested in this position? Please click "apply now". We try to respond to all applicants, but if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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