Maintainer Operator

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We own and operate a wide range of specialist rail plant. Our teams collaborate with clients on a broad variety of activities, from small installation projects to large complex engineering schemes across the UK. Our highly skilled people operate and maintain a variety of on‑track machines such as tampers, ballast regulators, Kirow cranes and RRV’s with specialist attachments. We work with clients across main line railways, depots, overground mass transit networks, tramways, private sidings and heritage railways, delivering projects including maintenance, overhead line installations, bridge installations and track renewals.

Our fleet of On‑Track Machines (OTM) is contracted to Network Rail to deliver mechanised track maintenance and infrastructure enhancements, and we are part of the East Coast Digital Programme (ECDP) delivering the European Train Control System (ETCS) on the East Coast South Mainline.

Applications are welcome from Mechanical, Electrical, Plant Fitters and NVQ Level 3 Qualified Technicians. Detailed training will be provided for all OTM specific requirements of the role, including engineering and machine operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and perform routine safety checks of VolkerRail’s On‑Track Machine (OTM) fleet as directed.
• Safely operate On‑Track Machines (OTM) across the rail network.
• Manage day‑to‑day safety aspects related to the operation and servicing of VolkerRail’s OTM fleet.
• Implement all requirements of the work plan.
• Complete and maintain accurate machine documentation, logbooks, worksheets, etc., and provide daily reports of machine production and condition.

About You

• Either a trained apprentice in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or possess an NVQ level 3 (mechanical or electrical) or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in maintenance, fault‑finding and repair of plant equipment, rolling stock, machinery or vehicles.
• Ability to read engineering drawings/schematics related to fault‑finding.
• Flexible, willing to work nights, weekends, bank holidays and lodge away from home.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Responsible attitude and high level of safety awareness.

Even if your past experience doesn’t match every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why Work With Us?

VolkerRail is part of VolkerWessels UK, a multidisciplinary contractor delivering innovative engineering solutions across civil engineering and construction sectors, including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerRail ensures our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

What We Can Offer You

• Extensive training on OTM specific requirements.
• Flexibility to work at many varied locations across the UK.
• Supportive and friendly team to help you achieve your full potential.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to get involved with business improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive rewards and benefits recognise the value we place on our employees.

• Entry level salary £43,710 per annum.
• Salary increments linked to engineering and operational training, ranging from £43,710 up to £57,710 per annum when fully competent.
• Enhanced rates of pay for overtime.
• Company commercial vehicle provided for work purposes.
• Company‑issued smartphone.
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday.
• Pension.
• Life assurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Shopping and restaurant vouchers, rewards and discounts.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Family‑friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support.
• 24/7 Virtual GP service.

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. Our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk.

We prefer to hire directly. Speculative CVs are not accepted. For inquiries, contact careers@volkerwessels.co.uk.

Drug & alcohol screening is mandatory for all staff to maintain healthy, safe and productive working conditions.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Railroad Equipment Manufacturing