About this role
Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice
Location: Laira Depot, Plymouth
Start your engineering career with Hitachi Rail
At Hitachi Rail, we are driving the Mobility Transition, helping passengers, customers and communities benefit from more connected, seamless and sustainable transport. Our mission is to deliver innovative technologies and solutions that support the future of rail across the world.
Everything we do is underpinned by our values:
- Wa (Harmony) – Respect for colleagues, customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
- Makoto (Sincerity) – Acting with integrity, fairness and honesty in everything we do.
- Kaitakusha-Seishin (Pioneering Spirit) – Embracing innovation, challenges and continuous improvement.
Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and build the skills needed for a successful engineering career within a global organisation?
Our Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to develop hands-on engineering skills while working alongside experienced maintenance professionals responsible for supporting the next generation of rail vehicles.
What you'll be doing
As an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you'll receive structured training and practical experience to develop your skills in rail maintenance. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will:
- Support maintenance specialists and team members with a variety of maintenance activities.
- Learn to use engineering tools safely and effectively.
- Follow standard operating procedures to maintain modern rolling stock.
- Develop the ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team.
- Support operational objectives through additional maintenance-related tasks.
- Participate fully in a formal apprenticeship programme leading to a Level 3 qualification.
- Attend college and complete coursework to a high standard.
- Take part in regular training, development and performance reviews.
What we're looking for
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are keen to learn, motivated to develop their skills, and interested in pursuing a long-term career in engineering.
You'll ideally have:
- A genuine enthusiasm for working in a maintenance environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Good time management and organisational skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A professional and responsible approach to work.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- An understanding of the importance of health and safety within a working environment.
- A motivated, dependable and detail-oriented mindset with a desire to build a career within engineering.
Entry Requirements
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English.
Why Join Hitachi Rail?
At Hitachi Rail, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, gain industry-recognised qualifications and learn from experienced engineering professionals within a world-leading rail organisation. We are committed to helping our people achieve their full potential through training, mentoring and career development opportunities.
You'll join a business that values innovation, teamwork, continuous learning and creating a more sustainable future for transportation.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK prior to starting employment.
Hitachi Rail is an equal opportunity employer.
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About Us
Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.
Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.
From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.
Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.
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