Service Engineer Level 3 - Lead Technician

Southeastern is looking for passionate individuals with a knack for problem-solving, technical work, fault finding, and repairs to join their Engineering team as a Service Engineer Level 3 at the Ashford Depot.

Main Responsibilities

The Service Engineer Level 3 role is wide-ranging, providing essential technical expertise. You will be responsible for primary defect repair on in-service units, including defect troubleshooting, diagnosis, work scope adherence, and rectification. Reporting to the SE5, you will carry out all engineering activities, including exams, defect rectification, modifications, time-based maintenance packages, and repairs within a fixed team structure. Responsibilities also extend to in-service defect repair, liaising with external stakeholders, and re-railing activities. Key tasks involve applying technical expertise, collaborating effectively with colleagues to meet required standards and specifications, and ensuring efficiency to meet production and operational deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following experience:

• Experience in an engineering discipline (Electrical Based).
• NVQ 3 in engineering maintenance, electrical, or mechanical, or an equivalent qualification.
• Hold a Technical Certificate in Engineering (BTEC).
• Intermediate IT skills and the ability to interpret data.
• Ability to perform first-level fault finding and interpret schematics and diagrams.
• Be physically fit and able to pass a medical to an engineering standard.
• Previous rolling stock maintenance experience is desirable.
• Possession of a full driver's licence.

All successful candidates will be required to undertake and pass a full safety-critical medical before a formal offer is made. If you have any questions regarding this, please email careers@southeasternrailway.co.uk. Given the start and end times of shifts, it is recommended to have your own transport.

Southeastern is proud to be members of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Disability Confident Scheme. They offer an interview to candidates who apply under these schemes and meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Other important information:

• All successful applicants must pass a Personal Track Safety course or a Depot Track Safety course (full training will be provided).
• This vacancy may close early if a large number of applications are received, so early application is advised.
• All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, a right to work verification, a basic criminal record check, and a pre-employment medical assessment. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• If you applied for a similar role at Southeastern and were unsuccessful, please wait six months before applying again.

You can find out more about the recruitment process and get tips to help you apply on the Southeastern website.

What you’ll get in return

Along with your salary, the rewards include:

• A final salary pension.
• 24 days annual leave allowance (including bank holidays).
• Free rail travel across Southeastern networks.
• A 4 on 4 off shift pattern.

Southeastern is one of Britain's busiest train operators, serving London, Kent, and parts of East Sussex, running over 1,700 trains daily and carrying over 500,000 passengers. They are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment and are recognised as a WORK180 Employer for Women.