Plant Maintenance MB3

Who are we?

South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight.

Join our team and help us continue to bring people together to get the most out of life.

About the job

The holder of this post is responsible for servicing, maintenance, and repair of all Depot facilities at Wimbledon Depot.

Adherence to depot protection, safety, quality and environmental procedures, rules and regulations in force.

Responsible to the Depot Manager, the post provides support for all associated depot equipment and to react to depot faults as they arise in addition all maintenance records must be kept up to date.

Who are you?

You are seeking a change of scenery and an exciting new challenge that offers fantastic job satisfaction and variety. You are a qualified electrician with experience of basic maintenance such as plumbing and carpentry or have a keen interest in DIY.  You have experience working in a safe manner and understand the importance of following strict Health and Safety regulations. You are able to work within a safety critical environment and have great attention for detail. You are a focused individual that enjoys working as part of a team, a fantastic communicator and great listener, and have the ability take initiative.

Principal Accountabilities

• Work to laid down specification and depot quality systems/ working instructions.
• Complete and check necessary documentation associated with work sheets, etc.
• Undertake work in a safe manner and leading by example.
• Impart knowledge from technical staff briefs
• Carry out all monitored checks i.e. PAT testing and recording.
• Legionella compliance checks.
• Undertake in process quality checks.
• Obtain, use, care for, and return all test equipment and/or common user/specialist tools.
• Conduct weekly/monthly checks on depot plant and equipment.
• Loading/Unloading of delivery vehicles
• Advise Depot Manager of any additional work outside of the specification.
• Support communication processes Movement Managers for example accidents/ incidents and depot faults.
• Work to be undertaken to comply with depot quality procedures.
• Supervise and mentor assistants and apprentices and provide on the job training where required.
• Perform duties of own grade and below as directed and within competency
• Additional tasks as specified by Depot Manager, within competencies.
• Principle accountabilities may differ from depot to depot and you will be required to sign the job description acknowledgement sheet.

Minimal Requirements

• Successful completion of training and courses relevant to role
• Qualified in 17th / 18thEdition wiring regulations with good general buildings maintenance experience.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Experience working with high voltages, such as 750V DC
• Report writing skills
• Computer literate
• Full UK Driving licence as will be required to drive company vehicles including 3.5t Vans.

Training 

At SWR we believe in providing our staff with the best tools and training in order to carry out tasks to the best of their ability. Upon joining, you will attend practical courses at our training centre in Basingstoke where you will attain recognisable qualifications and information in the following areas:

• Personal Track Safety
• INBS operation
• Fork-lift licence
• Emergency first aid

Working Pattern

Working an average of 37 hours over 5 days 

Week one, Mon-Thu 0730-1500. 
Week Two, Mon-Fri 0730-1500 & Sat 0700-1400

The Reward

In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including:

• Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employees
• Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependent)
• 75% discount on many other train operating companies
• Full training and support with development
• Excellent pension scheme

We all belong at SWR. Our vision is to provide an inclusive environment for all colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.

We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain a zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.

We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive.

If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, for example, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below.  We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.

https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/

https://www.healthassured.org/blog/neurodiversity/