At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform maintenance on Class 800 trains and support continuous improvement activities.
- Company: Join Hitachi Rail, a leader in digital transformation and technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Flexible perks and a commitment to inclusivity await you.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in railway engineering.
- Qualifications: Experience in rolling stock maintenance and strong safety awareness required.
Location: Penzance, Cornwall, UK
Job ID: R0125120
Date Posted: 2026‑06‑24
Company Name: Hitachi Rail UK Limited
About Us: A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting‑edge of digital transformation and technology.
Job Description: Maintenance Technician Plymouth – Longrock
Salary: £43,696 + 15% Shift allowance
Days & Nights Permanent contract
Here at Hitachi Rail, we have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Maintenance Technician who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic.
Accountabilities:
- Perform scheduled maintenance on our fleet of Class 800 rolling stock for the Intercity Express Program on the GWR West Main Line.
- Work in a dynamic work environment that values collaboration, adaptability and creativity.
- Comply with our fatigue policy; candidates must live within a 60‑minute commute of the site.
- Perform scheduled maintenance activities on the rolling stock in accordance with the vehicle maintenance instructions.
- Undertake servicing and preparation of the rolling stock.
- Undertake driving duties within depot confines in accordance with the depot operating procedures and instructions.
- Actively participate in ongoing continuous improvement activities for maintenance processes and procedures.
- Support the delivery of new trains and undertake the maintenance acceptance processes.
- Ensure exam tasks are completed in a timely manner; undertake basic fault rectification or repair when required.
- Adhere to all health and safety processes and procedures.
- Attend testing locations, main line station and outstations to undertake preventative and corrective maintenance as required.
- Be prepared to travel and overnight away from base location for short periods of time.
- Support the Maintenance Team Leaders and Shift Production Managers in the delivery of the production plan.
- Record all work activities and stock consumption using the maintenance management system.
- Work shifts to meet the service requirements of fleet customers.
- Assist with any other responsibilities relevant to the role based on localised requirements.
About you:
Required Skills / Knowledge:
- Experience of working a 24/7 shift roster in a modern rolling stock maintenance depot environment.
- Outstanding Safety Awareness gained in an operational railway engineering environment.
- Experience of working at stabling outstations or main line station technical support.
- Modern fault finding and repair techniques using pc‑based laptops and remote train diagnostics.
- Reading electrical, pneumatic, mechanical schematics and drawings.
- Extensive experience of modern maintenance management systems (MMS) and associated reliability and available trend analysis.
- Experience of performing modifications and campaigns on modern rolling stock.
Education / Qualifications:
- Served apprenticeship with mechanical, electrical disciplines OR Engineering based NVQ level 3.
Behavioural:
- Calm and diplomatic under pressure.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to interface effectively with all levels of personnel both within and outside the company.
- Loyal, committed, confident and determined.
Desired Skills (not essential):
- Ability to investigate complex electrical and mechanical faults and write detailed reports.
- Intermediate IT skills – typically Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.
- Train driving, Fire warden, First Aider.
- Powered plant and tools – bogie drop, cranes, air systems / 110v tools.
- Train driving assessment and licence.
- Depot Protection Working at Height, COSHH, Manual handling, AC/DC Depot isolation.
- Network Rail Sentinel PTS.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary.
- 25 days holiday.
- Potential opportunity for annual performance related bonus.
- Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%.
- Private medical insurance.
- Personal Accident insurance.
- Group Income protection.
- Group Life Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.
Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact.
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Maintenance Technician in Penzance employer: Hitachi
At Hitachi Rail, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. As a Maintenance Technician in Penzance, you'll enjoy competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and a robust pension scheme. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, you will be part of a global team dedicated to shaping the future of rail transport while making a meaningful impact in your community.
