Recovery Technician D

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions.

About the role

Take on a new challenge and apply your mechanical and maintenance expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dedicated and safety-conscious teammates. You'll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and safety of commuter services by performing preventive and corrective maintenance on vehicles and wayside equipment, including visual inspections and troubleshooting of electro-mechanical components.

Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (technical supervisors, maintenance crews, and safety officers), manually drive trains to ensure they are serviceable for revenue service, and handle emergencies with quick action and adherence to established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performing train and system recoveries of failed equipment to ensure operational readiness
• Performing visual inspections and maintenance of electro-mechanical components, such as brakes, air compressors, couplers, doors, HVAC, and auxiliary power systems
• Conducting “light” preventive and corrective maintenance on vehicles and wayside equipment
• Reviewing and adhering to safety instructions, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance and minimize risks
• Making recommendations for hardware and procedural improvements identified during maintenance or troubleshooting
• Responding to emergencies and handling failures promptly and in alignment with established protocols
• Manually driving trains and ensuring all trains entering revenue service are fully serviceable
• Recording all maintenance activities and relevant information on appropriate work orders/forms
• Participating in regular training to maintain and enhance technical skills and knowledge
• Following all Alstom security and safety instructions to ensure personal safety and the reliability of the fleet

Requirements

• Degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience or understanding of maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures in industrial or maintenance environments
• Knowledge of general hand tools and their proper usage
• Ability to work in a 24-hour shift environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in the English language
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and effectively handle emergencies
• Commitment to continuous learning and obtaining required certifications

Benefits

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Work with advanced electro-mechanical systems and cutting-edge rail technology
• Progress towards becoming a highly skilled and certified professional in rail maintenance and operations
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from investment in your development through award-winning learning
• Fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential
• Comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, retirement)