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Field Service Technician – Rail Division
Job Posted: 45 minutes ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Derby, Derbyshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Field Service Technician – Rail Division
Are you a skilled technician with strong mechanical and electrical expertise? We’re working with a well‑established engineering organisation that supports major rail projects across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team where you’ll be the face of the company on customer sites, ensuring equipment is maintained, serviced, and repaired to the highest standards.
The Role
As a Field Service Technician, you will:
* Carry out on‑site maintenance, servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on rail HVAC equipment
* Perform electrical testing, rewiring, and component replacement
* Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures independently, providing clear assessments
* Undertake brazing, soldering, and mechanical assembly tasks to required standards
* Deliver professional communication and customer service while representing the organisation on site
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures and maintain accurate service documentation
* Spend your first three months in production to gain full product knowledge before working independently on customer sites
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings:
* Experience in a field service, rail, or engineering role
* Strong mechanical and electrical skills, including fault finding and component replacement
* Electrical knowledge, including rewiring, testing, and system repairs
* Full clean driving licence
* FGAS qualification and minimum Level 3 electrical/mechanical qualification
* Experience with rail HVAC systems, chiller units, or compressors
* Previous rail industry experience
* HVAC product knowledge
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary with overtime or time‑off‑in‑lieu for unsociable hours
* Profit share scheme and company pension
* Tools provided
* Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the rail industry, send us your CV along with a short cover note highlighting your experience and motivation. We’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.
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