Dual Skilled (Electrical & Mechanical) Overhaul Team Member
- Rullion Managed Services
- Jan 30, 2026
Contractor
Trades & Services
Job Description
Job Title: Overhaul Team Member - Dual Skilled Fitter (Electrical Bias)
Overview:
You will be based in Manchester, joining a team of over 80 professionals working on a major overhaul project for the Class 390 Avanti High Speed Trains. IF you have not worked with rolling stock, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-leading organisation responsible for maintaining and ensuring the reliability of this iconic, globally recognised fleet.
Rullion has a strong long-standing partnership with our client and we place great importance on contractor welfare. Your well-being is our priority, with an experienced on-site account manager available to support you throughout the project. This role not only offers an enjoyable working environment, but also the chance to develop valuable skills to progress further in your career.
Purpose of Role:
You will be working as part of the overhaul team to service, maintain, repair and overhaul rolling stock and equipment, including the latest generation in train technology to laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instructions
Ensuring all Overhaul activities are carried out in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner, whilst constantly seeking to improve quality.
Location:
Manchester Train Care Centre, Longsight, M12 4HR
Qualifications and Skills required:
Time Served Apprenticeship or equivalent with associated technical qualification
NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or Maintenance (Or equivalent general qualification with electrical inclusion)
Good verbal and written communication skills
Technical and IT Skills
Experience
Rolling Stock (Experience on locomotives or other rail vehicles)
Military (REME or other Military Engineering)
Aerospace
Automotive vehicles such as HGV's, Buses, Lorries, Electric Vehicles, Automobiles
Other industries will also be considered (Candidates will be trade tested prior to offer)
Requirements
You must live within a reasonable travelling distance to our client's facility in Manchester City Centre
You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide proof of technical qualification
Responsibilities
Work as directed by the Overhaul Production Manager, will comply with:
All depot protection procedures
Understand and abide to safety notices, rules and regulations and follow safe working practices, HASAW (Health and Safety at Work) and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
Will adhere to and work within Quality Systems to the current standard
Will be responsible for:
As part of a team, complete or assist in any of the team's activities to ensure work is completed on time to specification and overhaul activities in line with VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instruction) documentation, including.
Corrective maintenance (Electrical & Mechanical)
Preventative maintenance (Electrical & Mechanical)
Component exchange
Final work and process inspection as required (peer checks)
Fault finding and reporting
General depot duties e.g. Line of Route audits
General housekeeping / 5s activities
SAP and SES input (Training dependant)
Crane driving and lifting equipment where training has been provided & competent
Mentoring others as and when required
Work in conjunction with our client's lifesaving rules
Comply with and enforce our clients Health and Safety policy
Due to working in a safety critical environment, you will be subject to Drugs and Alcohol Testing and will follow strict Health & Safety controls and guidelines.
Please apply or contact for further details.
Overview:
You will be based in Manchester, joining a team of over 80 professionals working on a major overhaul project for the Class 390 Avanti High Speed Trains. IF you have not worked with rolling stock, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-leading organisation responsible for maintaining and ensuring the reliability of this iconic, globally recognised fleet.
Rullion has a strong long-standing partnership with our client and we place great importance on contractor welfare. Your well-being is our priority, with an experienced on-site account manager available to support you throughout the project. This role not only offers an enjoyable working environment, but also the chance to develop valuable skills to progress further in your career.
Purpose of Role:
You will be working as part of the overhaul team to service, maintain, repair and overhaul rolling stock and equipment, including the latest generation in train technology to laid down Vehicle Maintenance Instructions
Ensuring all Overhaul activities are carried out in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner, whilst constantly seeking to improve quality.
Location:
Manchester Train Care Centre, Longsight, M12 4HR
Shift Rotation - 2 Weeks of Days / 2 Weeks of Nights
Pre 12 weeks: PAYE 22.26 per hour (28 days accrued leave) / Umbrella 28.80 per hour
Post 12 weeks: PAYE 22.26 per hour (33 days accrued leave) / Umbrella 30.40 per hour
An additional retainer 1.00 per hour on all hours will be payable on condition that tooling is returned in a satisfactory condition and you have completed the project.
Benefits:
- PPE provided by Rullion
- Tooling provided by the client
- On-site mess room and kitchen facilities
- Free coverall cleaning service available
- Changing facilities with lockers and showers
- Free onsite car parking
Qualifications and Skills required:
Time Served Apprenticeship or equivalent with associated technical qualification
NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or Maintenance (Or equivalent general qualification with electrical inclusion)
Good verbal and written communication skills
Technical and IT Skills
Experience
Rolling Stock (Experience on locomotives or other rail vehicles)
Military (REME or other Military Engineering)
Aerospace
Automotive vehicles such as HGV's, Buses, Lorries, Electric Vehicles, Automobiles
Other industries will also be considered (Candidates will be trade tested prior to offer)
Requirements
You must live within a reasonable travelling distance to our client's facility in Manchester City Centre
You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide proof of technical qualification
Responsibilities
Work as directed by the Overhaul Production Manager, will comply with:
All depot protection procedures
Understand and abide to safety notices, rules and regulations and follow safe working practices, HASAW (Health and Safety at Work) and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
Will adhere to and work within Quality Systems to the current standard
Will be responsible for:
As part of a team, complete or assist in any of the team's activities to ensure work is completed on time to specification and overhaul activities in line with VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instruction) documentation, including.
Corrective maintenance (Electrical & Mechanical)
Preventative maintenance (Electrical & Mechanical)
Component exchange
Final work and process inspection as required (peer checks)
Fault finding and reporting
General depot duties e.g. Line of Route audits
General housekeeping / 5s activities
SAP and SES input (Training dependant)
Crane driving and lifting equipment where training has been provided & competent
Mentoring others as and when required
Work in conjunction with our client's lifesaving rules
Comply with and enforce our clients Health and Safety policy
Due to working in a safety critical environment, you will be subject to Drugs and Alcohol Testing and will follow strict Health & Safety controls and guidelines.
Please apply or contact for further details.
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