Rail Plant Engineer

Here are some of the duties your role will include: -
· Maintenance, service and repair of Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV)and On-Track-Plant (OTP) in accordance with the machine service schedule as defined for that vehicle/machine/equipment
· Compliance with all applicable DVSA legislation, for road vehicles and Railway Group Standards, Network Rail Standards and M&EE Codes of Practice as are applicable to the work being carried out on OTP
· Will be required to work nights, weekends and on call as required and to include on site fitter cover, and work away from home when required (Scotland only) transport and accommodation will be provided along with tools and equipment and IT/comms equipment as required
· Ability to work unsupervised at times and maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment always.
· Report any accidents or incidents in accordance with company and industry procedures and always use maintain in a clean condition, the necessary PPE.

· Good understanding of HGV/OTP maintenance requirements.
· Ability to use vehicle diagnostics tools
· Ability to read and correctly interpret manufacturing drawings and instructions for diagnostics and fault repairs
· Ability to work to appropriate quality standards with high attention to detail in line with targets and time deadlines.
· Ability and willingness to follow verbal and written instructions.
· Good team and interpersonal skills.
What you will bring to the role: -
· NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical or electrical engineering, HGV (IRTEC)and vehicle diagnostics
· Hold RPA Rail Plant Maintenance or work towards (units 1 to 11)
· Personal Track Safety (PTS) or Complete
· Completion of Service Sheets and job cards electronically
Alongside, knowledge of the below subjects:
· Hydraulics and pneumatics
· Electrics and engine diagnostics
· OEM Servicing and brake testing
· Measurement and Testing of HGV and OTP
It's desirable if you have it to help give you context to the role: -
· HGV Class C Driving Competency
· LOLER/PUWER examiner
· Word and Excel computer skills

At Network Rail, we're the publicly owned operator of Britain's rail infrastructure.
We're trusted custodians of one of our nation's most critical public assets: Scotland's Railway.
We keep Scotland moving - connecting people and places, supporting businesses, public services and communities - driving economic, social and environmental success.
Our work spans almost 20% of the UK network and between 2024 and 2029, we're investing £4.8 billion to enhance our stations and routes, supporting new passenger and freight rolling stock.
Working together with train operators, our investment will mean a more reliable, climate resilient railway; a better customer experience; and greener, more sustainable travel that links cities, towns, urban and rural communities with each other and with the wider UK.
But it's our people who make this progress possible. At Network Rail Scotland, you'll find an inclusive, supportive and flexible working culture where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. Join us.
This is your railway - and it's moving forward. For more information about Network Rail click here.