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SalarySEMI-SKILLED MAINTENANCE TEAM MEMBER/SHUNTER
GRADE - B2.3
CORKERHILL
With more than 5,000 employees, ScotRail plays a vital role in serving the people and communities of Scotland. We recognise a modern and diverse workforce, encouraged to use their talents, and develop their skills, is integral to our success in serving and reflecting the communities of Scotland. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and have also set ourselves ambitious sustainability targets including having a carbon-free railway in Scotland by 2035.
ScotRail is four times accredited as a Top Employer, has achieved Leaders in Diversity and is a Disability Confident Employer. We value, celebrate, and respect the diversity our people and aim to inspire, attract, retain, and develop the best talent. Because we value diversity and the benefits it brings, we want to continue improving the diversity of our people and particularly welcome applications from women, young people, LGBT+ people, people with a disability, and people from ethnically diverse backgrounds.
ScotRail have 4 maintenance depots throughout Scotland responsible for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of more than 600 vehicles. Vehicle types are varied and include the most modern types of Traction and Rolling stock within the UK. All vehicles are maintained to the highest quality and engineering standards resulting in a challenging working environment.
As a member of the Engineering Team you will be responsible for the delivery of safe, reliable, well-presented trains. The successful applicant will carry out VMI maintenance and servicing tasks on rail vehicles, labouring and cleaning tasks as directed by the MAINTENANCE TEAM leader. Shunting duties involved.
A highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, with a detailed eye focused on safety and quality.
Flexible outlook and be willing to learn new skills for the benefit of the team and the organisation. Must be able to adapt to new processes. Experience of working in an engineering environment. Be willing to learn shunting procedures.
NVQ level 2 or a proven track record in an engineering discipline is essential. Holding a clean motor vehicle driving licence would be advantageous, as is familiarity with Rail Vehicle Engineering and Rail Operations.
Hours of work: 35-hour week. 3 shift-pattern (day/back/night). Weekend working will also be involved. Reference Salary: £43,865 per annum. Training salary £39,491 per annum.
We’ll ensure you’re rewarded for your contribution with a competitive package that includes:
- Contributory Final Salary Pension scheme
- Free and reduced rate rail travel for you and your family, where applicable.
- Generous holiday allowance
- Hapi benefits package, offered to everyone at ScotRail
Selection process: Candidates short-listed will be invited to attend an assessment centre. Candidates successful after assessment will be invited to attend an interview. The final stage for successful candidates will be a medical examination and drugs/alcohol screening. Appointees must provide a basic disclosure Scotland check and at least 2 satisfactory references and complete a six-month probation period.
Training: Training initially involves a 2-day Induction training programme
Medical Fitness: Due to the nature of the post and rail industry safety requirements there are certain medical & fitness standards that you would require to meet.
