Apprentice - Rail Engineering Technician/Fitter: L3 - (Crewe) 2025

ALSTOM Gruppe; Crewe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

Apprentice - Rail Engineering Technician/Fitter: L3 - (Crewe) 2025

Date: 31 Jan 2025

Location: Crewe, CHE, GB

Company: Alstom

Appointment Basis: Fixed Term

Application Deadline: 28th February 2025

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry.

About The Role:

This role is based at our Crewe site.

Our Rail Engineering/Fitter Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to learn about supporting operational activities around overhaul and maintenance of bogies, wheelsets, traction motors, pantographs, HVAC units and Construction of new build bogies for HS2. You will work as part of a multifunctional team, supporting operational activities.

You will also be involved in:

• The overhaul and maintenance of bogies, wheelsets, traction motors, pantographs and HVAC unit
• The construction of the new build bogies for HS2
• Participate in company initiatives, particularly in Continuous Improvement activity
• Participate in STEM & other Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives
• Comply with Alstom Procedures and the Code of Ethics
• Carry out general depot duties
• Provide basic maintenance competency
• Carry out depot cleaning/general housekeeping
• Carry out Testing activities in accordance with pre-written test procedures

As part of the apprenticeship programme, you will be working towards completing a Level 3 Diploma in Rail Engineering Knowledge, and the Level 3 Competency in Rail Engineering. Over the programme, you will be combining academic studies with real-life work-based experience across our organisation.

Joining the team at Alstom will mean working on real assignments and gaining hands-on experience from day one, with the chance to build a personal network across the business.

This apprenticeship programme is the start of your progression into technical expert roles. We are looking for innovative and ambitious talent to become our future leaders and senior managers- upon completion of the apprenticeship programme, there will be the opportunity to step up into these roles.

Entry Requirements:

• GCSE or equivalent in 5 subjects including Maths, English and Science at Grades 5-9

Candidates will also need to have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team.

As part of the application process, you will need to answer a series of mandatory questions. If you have successfully completed your application, a follow-up e-mail will come through in a few days, explaining the next steps of the selection process.

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable.

Equal opportunity statement:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.