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Locomotive Technician - Electrical Engineer Location: Chesterfield Area (commutable from Worksop, Mansfield, etc.) Depots are based within 15 miles of each other (25 mins apart from each other) Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 DOE with potential for some overtime Annual Leave: 36 days (28 days + 8 days bank holiday) Join our expert rail depot team! We re hiring an Electrically Biased Locomotive Technician to maintain and repair a range of diesel-electric locomotives, including Class 20, 08, 37, 47, and 56 . Key Responsibilities: Electrical fault-finding on DC traction systems, generators, alternators, and control circuits (24V 850V DC) Repair and maintain traction and auxiliary systems , including English Electric and Sulzer control systems Diagnose and resolve faults using schematics, wiring diagrams, multimeters, and Megger testers Work on electro-pneumatic & electro-hydraulic interfaces Complete maintenance logs and use CMMS systems for compliance reporting What We re Looking For: Experience in rail and rolling stock electrical maintenance Strong understanding of diesel-electric traction systems Ability to work independently and as part of a team Person Specification: Qualifications & Experience: NVQ level 3 or ONC or equivalent in a related engineering discipline Time-served experience in electrical engineering. A strong understanding of locomotive or rolling stock systems is highly desirable. Previous experience with schematic diagrams and control systems. Skills: Ability to interpret technical documents and work instructions. Proactive, detail-oriented, and safety-focused. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day Shifts 7 am to 3 pm (35-hour working week) 1-hour lunch break Overtime available on an as-needed basis On-site role across two depot locations in the Chesterfield area Compensation & Benefits: equivalent in an electrical discipline. Salary: £40,000 £48,000 depending on experience (increases tied to development and performance) Working Hours - Standard 35-hour week (7 am to 3 pm) Holiday Allowance 36 days total (28 + 8 public holidays) Free depot car parking Pension Benefits - Employer contributed pension scheme Career & Culture Support - Career growth opportunities in a supportive, family-oriented environment To apply for this role, please send your CV to through the link, and we will call you back ASAP for a chat about your situation and also your availability to attend an interview.