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Service Engineer 1 (All Shift)

GTR
Brighton
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  • Salary:

£45,017
  • Location:

Engineering \- Brighton
  • Contract Type:

Permanent
  • Closing Date:

18 June 2026


Service Engineer – Brighton Depot

Keep Britain's Railway Moving

Are you an engineer who enjoys fault finding, problem solving and hands\-on maintenance? Whether you're coming from rail, automotive, military, manufacturing, aviation, heavy industry or another engineering environment, this could be your opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of the UK's largest train operators.

At GTR, our engineers play a vital role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable and ready for service every day. We're looking for motivated individuals who take pride in quality workmanship, thrive in a team environment, and are committed to safety.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Carrying out maintenance, repairs and examinations on rolling stock

  • Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults

  • Undertaking component changes and heavy lifting activities where required

  • Completing additional repairs identified during examinations

  • Responding to failed units when required

  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation

  • Supporting and mentoring new team members

  • Working collaboratively to deliver fleet availability and performance targets
What We're Looking For

✔ Apprenticeship served, engineering qualification, or transferable engineering experience

✔ Experience in fault finding, maintenance or repair activities

✔ Strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork

✔ Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills

✔ Physically fit and able to meet engineering medical standards

✔ Able to obtain Personal Track Safety (PTS) and Depot Protection (DP Track) competence

If you're looking for a hands\-on engineering role where no two days are the same and where you can develop a long\-term career in rail, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us deliver a better railway together.

\#LIKD1


Benefits
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Pension

Staff Travel

Childcare Vouchers

Extra Holidays

Discount Scheme

Long Service Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

The Transport Benevolent Fund

In\-House Occupational Health Department

Cycle to Work Scheme

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