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Automotive Mechanic cross train into rail

Westbury
money-bag £41000 - £41200/annum £41,000
225057536
Posted 3 days ago

Vehicle Technician / Automotive Mechanic ? Train as a Rail Engineer

Salary & Package

  • £41,000 starting salary (rising to £45,000 within 2 years)
  • Company van, tools, fuel card, phone & laptop
  • Pension + medical plan
  • Fully paid training & development
Location Westbury (BA13 4HP)

Must live within 1 hour

The Opportunity Are you a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic or Automotive Engineer looking for something different?

We are offering a rare opportunity to transition out of the motor trade and into the rail industry — with full training provided.

No rail experience needed

We will cross-train you from automotive into rail engineering
You’ll use your existing mechanical skills while learning to work on freight locomotives and rolling stock — a stable, higher-paying, and long-term career path.

Ideal Background We are specifically looking for people from:
  • Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic
  • Automotive Technician (Dealership or Independent Garage)
  • HGV / LGV Technician
  • Plant Fitter / Plant Mechanic
  • REME / Forces Vehicle Mechanic
If you can diagnose and fix vehicles — we can train you on trains

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Carrying out maintenance and servicing on rail vehicles
  • Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
  • Performing inspections and testing
  • Completing maintenance paperwork
  • Working independently in a mobile role (van provided)
Working Pattern
  • Rolling 6-week rota
  • Typically 4 x 10-hour shifts
  • Includes “as required” support week
What You Need
  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance / Mechanical Engineering
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Ability to pass:
    • DBS check
    • Medical
    • Drug & alcohol screening
  • British citizen (role requirement)
Career Progression This is not just a job — it’s a career move out of the motor trade:
  • Vehicle Technician ? Rail Fitter ? Technician ? Team Leader
Longer-term opportunities in:
  • Technical Services
  • Asset Management
  • Training & Development
This company is known for promoting from within

Why Apply?
  • Move away from garage pressure / bonus culture
  • Higher long-term earning potential
  • Fully equipped mobile role
  • Stable, growing industry (rail is future-proof)
  • Full training provided — no rail experience required
Apply Now If you’re a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, or Automotive Engineer looking for a better long-term career — apply today.  #ENG1

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