Diesel Engine Mechanic in Westbury

Diesel Engine Mechanic – Full Training into Rail Engineering Location: Westbury, Wiltshire (BA13) Salary: £42,300 rising to £46,600 Hours: 40 hours per week – Rotating Shifts Are You an Experienced Diesel Engine Mechanic Looking for Something Different? Are you currently working on diesel engines within the HGV, plant, agricultural, industrial or heavy equipment sectors? Would you like to take your existing mechanical skills into a completely different industry, working on some of the largest and most powerful diesel engines operating in the UK? We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified Diesel Engine Mechanic / Diesel Technician to join a major UK engineering organisation, maintaining and repairing large diesel-powered freight locomotives. You do not need any previous railway experience. Full training will be provided to help you transition into the rail industry. This is a permanent position offering an excellent salary, company vehicle, structured training and genuine long-term career progression. Salary & Benefits £42,300 starting salary Rising to £46,600 following successful completion of competencies 34 days annual leave Fully equipped company van Company fuel card Company phone and laptop Pension scheme Cash medical plan Full PPE and specialist equipment provided Overtime opportunities available at flat rate Comprehensive rail-specific training Long-term career development and progression The Role As a Diesel Engine Mechanic, you will be trained to maintain, service and repair large diesel-electric freight locomotives operating across the UK rail network. Working from the Westbury depot and travelling to operational sites when required, you'll use your existing diesel engine maintenance experience while developing specialist knowledge of locomotive engineering. Your responsibilities will include: Servicing, maintaining and repairing large diesel engines Planned preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing Mechanical fault finding, diagnostics and repairs Inspecting and maintaining engine components and associated systems Working on fuel injection, lubrication and cooling systems Identifying mechanical defects and carrying out repairs Replacing worn or damaged mechanical components Supporting maintenance of braking, pneumatic and hydraulic systems Carrying out safety inspections and mechanical testing Responding to breakdowns and mechanical faults Reading technical manuals and engineering documentation Completing maintenance records and inspection reports You will receive training in the specialist systems and safety procedures required to work on freight locomotives. What Will You Be Working On? Forget working on the same vehicles or machinery every day. You'll be maintaining large diesel-electric freight locomotives, including the types of powerful engines used to haul heavy freight trains across the UK. These locomotives operate using substantial diesel engines connected to electrical traction systems. You'll develop experience working with: High-horsepower diesel engines Engine cooling and lubrication systems Fuel systems and associated components Mechanical drive and auxiliary equipment Hydraulic and pneumatic systems Air braking systems Electrical and mechanical control systems Heavy-duty mechanical assemblies Specialist diagnostic and testing equipment Essential Requirements: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering - Must be able to produce certificates. Vehicle Maintenance, Plant Maintenance or a relevant discipline Proven hands-on experience servicing, diagnosing and repairing diesel engines Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills Experience working with engine components and associated mechanical systems Full UK driving licence Willingness to work rotating shifts Flexibility to travel to operational locations when required Have a full UK driving licence Able to pass a rail medical Able to pass a DBS check No previous rail experience is required. We are looking for engineers who already understand diesel engines and want to develop their skills within a new industry. Working Hours & Shift Pattern This is a 40-hour-per-week position operating on a 6-week rotating shift pattern. Typical shifts include: Day Shifts 07:00 – 15:00 Afternoon Shifts 13:00 – 22:00 The shift pattern may include rotational weekend working, scheduled rest days and operational reserve duties. Location & Travel The position is based at Westbury, Wiltshire (BA13), with mobile engineering work at operational locations where locomotives require maintenance or repairs. You will be provided with a fully equipped company van and fuel card. Travel arrangements: Up to one hour of travel before your shift Up to one hour of travel after your shift The first hour of travel is treated as normal commuting time and is unpaid Additional travel beyond this allowance is managed in accordance with company policy Ideally, candidates should live within approximately one hour of Westbury. Training & Career Development: This is an excellent opportunity to move into a specialist engineering sector without having to start your career again. Why Make the Move into Rail? Transfer your diesel engine skills into a specialist industry Work on large, powerful diesel-electric locomotives Earn £42,300 from the outset, rising to £46,600 Receive a fully equipped company van and fuel card Gain new technical qualifications and competencies Benefit from ongoing training and development Join an established UK engineering organisation Build a long-term career in rail freight engineering Interested? If you're a qualified Diesel Engine Mechanic, HGV Technician, Plant Fitter, Agricultural Engineer or Industrial Diesel Engineer looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. You bring the diesel engine experience. We'll provide the training to take your career into rail. Apply today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. #ENG1