Maintenance Technician - Facilities and Equipment (CAF UK Overhaul Facility, Manchester)

ABOUT CAF

Innovation is in our DNA - we thrive on pushing boundaries and adapting to new challenges with a flexible approach. Proud to be a global leader, our fast‑paced growth provides exciting opportunities for our team and the community. Committed to maintaining trains and trams, our mission is to enhance vehicle safety and reliability. Our ultimate goal is to deliver a comfortable, dependable, and sustainable commuting experience for all passengers. Based out of multiple locations across the UK, our 24/7 operation means we’re always on hand to deliver reliable technical support. Utilising the latest digital technology, we strive to enhance dependability, helping people to get to where they need to be! We wouldn’t be where we are without our people. Working together as a team, we strive to achieve great things while supporting each other to thrive along the way. We’re going places, so apply today and become part of our exciting journey.

What can you expect from CAF

• Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
• Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
• Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
• Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
• Cutting‑edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.

What will be your role in the company?

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of all equipment, machinery, and facility systems within the CAF Rail UK Overhaul Facility. This includes overhead cranes, hydraulic presses, lathes, manipulators, paint and blast booths, compressors, HVAC systems, and general workshop utilities. The role ensures all assets operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with CAF’s HSQE and maintenance standards. When specialist intervention is required, the Maintenance Technician coordinates with OEMs and service providers, supporting on‑site interventions and ensuring technical issues are resolved efficiently. Additionally, the role covers basic facility maintenance tasks such as repairing lighting, sockets, taps, air conditioning, and compressed air systems, maintaining the overall functionality and safety of the site infrastructure.

What Salary will you be paid for this role?

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £46,000 per annum.

What will make you successful in this position?

• NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant mechanical/electrical discipline.
• Electrical inspection and testing certification preferred.
• Proven experience as a multi‑skilled maintenance technician in a rail, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environment.
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems maintenance, including fault finding and component replacement.
• Hands‑on experience maintaining industrial equipment such as cranes, hydraulic presses, lathes, compressors, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics for troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience implementing and following preventive maintenance plans using CMMS or equivalent maintenance systems.
• Skilled in performing basic facility maintenance including electrical sockets, lighting, plumbing, and air systems.
• Competent in coordinating with OEMs and service providers for complex or specialised repairs.
• Familiarity with HSQE procedures, risk assessments, and lock‑out/tag‑out practices.

ABOUT WHAT WE OFFER

A Real Living Wage employer and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, RSSB Mental Health Charter and Women in Rail EDI Charter, we’ve a lot to shout about at CAF. Creating a culture of inclusivity and belonging is really important to us and we’re proud to offer our people a range of benefits to support wellbeing including 25 days annual leave, an excellent workplace pension scheme (with up to 10% contribution from us), not forgetting to mention our generous health care cash plan and Bike2Work scheme just to name a few! Looking for career development? Our Professional Sponsorship scheme will help you to achieve your goals while our Flexible Working policy and Family Friendly culture mean everyone is supported to thrive at CAF. As a socially responsible business, we offer paid volunteering days and promote a variety of social value initiatives, including tree‑planting, company‑wide donation drives, and providing support to the homeless community and refugees. We’re creating waves of positive change through delivering meaningful social value impact on and off the tracks!