Works Train Technician (Electrician or Mechanical)
  Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
  Folkestone, Kent
  permanent,full-time/part-time

This Job Has Expired! This advert has now been deleted by the advertiser, the details below are for information only.


Eurotunnel manages, maintains and operates the Channel Tunnel Fixed Link Concession between Folkestone and Coquelles, France. Opened on 6 May 1994, the Fixed Link is a rolling motorway which transports passenger and commercial freight vehicles on board Shuttles across the Channel at 140kph, in 35 minutes. It also allows the running of third party passenger and railfreight trains. The advantages of the Channel Tunnel are security, reliability, speed, frequency and respect for the environment.

An innovative rail company and responsible infrastructure manager, Eurotunnel is part of the Getlink group and is a leading stakeholder in the economies around Kent and Calais, contributing to the dynamism of the regions surrounding its operations. As a responsible employer, the Getlink Group is committed to providing a working environment that fosters personal development and fulfilment in order to attract and retain good and qualified staff.

In 2017, Eurotunnel Shuttles carried over 1.6 million trucks, and 2.6 million passenger vehicles and facilitated the transportation of just over 1m tonnes of freight and some 10.3m Eurostar passengers. The Channel Tunnel facilitates trade worth £91.4bn per year, representing a quarter of all UK trade in goods with the European Union. We are now seeking an experienced and highly motivated Technician to join our Works Train department.

Working at our terminal in Folkestone you will be part of a team of Technicians employed to fault diagnose and correct electrical/mechanical based problems on all types of works train equipment including car/PSV vehicles, plant, on track machines and locomotives.

The team are also responsible for driving shunting locomotives within a stabling yard in order to configure and prepare works trains ready to maintain the Channel Tunnel Infrastructure. Works Train Technicians work either a day or shift roster dependent upon their expertise. Day working positions require occasional shift work, whereas shift working positions require 24/7 cover.

All positions participate in an on call rota. You will ideally hold an electrical or mechanical qualification to HND/HNC or equivalent. Previous experience of working in an electrical or mechanical environment is essential. A lower qualification to BTEC Level 3 or equivalent may be considered with a minimum of 5 years work experience.

Experience of railway electrical/mechanical maintenance or train movements and shunting is an advantage. This position will interest you if you are passionate about working in a team committed to using their engineering experience to resolve technical problems to deliver a high quality of service for our customers.

In return for your contribution you will receive an attractive benefits package, including: • Private Healthcare • Contributory Pension Scheme • Life Assurance • Concessionary Travel • Company Share Incentive Plan • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Eurotunnel is committed to equal opportunities.

If you would like to apply for this position please visit our recruitment page at:
www.getlinkgroup.com/uk/group/Recruitment

Completed applications must be received no later than 12 noon on 17 August 2018.


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Posted on: 2018-08-17 12:55:19

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Works Train Technician (Electrician or Mechanical)
  Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
  Folkestone, Kent
  permanent,full-time/part-time

This Job Has Expired! This advert has now been deleted by the advertiser, the details below are for information only.


Eurotunnel manages, maintains and operates the Channel Tunnel Fixed Link Concession between Folkestone and Coquelles, France. Opened on 6 May 1994, the Fixed Link is a rolling motorway which transports passenger and commercial freight vehicles on board Shuttles across the Channel at 140kph, in 35 minutes. It also allows the running of third party passenger and railfreight trains. The advantages of the Channel Tunnel are security, reliability, speed, frequency and respect for the environment.

An innovative rail company and responsible infrastructure manager, Eurotunnel is part of the Getlink group and is a leading stakeholder in the economies around Kent and Calais, contributing to the dynamism of the regions surrounding its operations. As a responsible employer, the Getlink Group is committed to providing a working environment that fosters personal development and fulfilment in order to attract and retain good and qualified staff.

In 2017, Eurotunnel Shuttles carried over 1.6 million trucks, and 2.6 million passenger vehicles and facilitated the transportation of just over 1m tonnes of freight and some 10.3m Eurostar passengers. The Channel Tunnel facilitates trade worth £91.4bn per year, representing a quarter of all UK trade in goods with the European Union. We are now seeking an experienced and highly motivated Technician to join our Works Train department.

Working at our terminal in Folkestone you will be part of a team of Technicians employed to fault diagnose and correct electrical/mechanical based problems on all types of works train equipment including car/PSV vehicles, plant, on track machines and locomotives.

The team are also responsible for driving shunting locomotives within a stabling yard in order to configure and prepare works trains ready to maintain the Channel Tunnel Infrastructure. Works Train Technicians work either a day or shift roster dependent upon their expertise. Day working positions require occasional shift work, whereas shift working positions require 24/7 cover.

All positions participate in an on call rota. You will ideally hold an electrical or mechanical qualification to HND/HNC or equivalent. Previous experience of working in an electrical or mechanical environment is essential. A lower qualification to BTEC Level 3 or equivalent may be considered with a minimum of 5 years work experience.

Experience of railway electrical/mechanical maintenance or train movements and shunting is an advantage. This position will interest you if you are passionate about working in a team committed to using their engineering experience to resolve technical problems to deliver a high quality of service for our customers.

In return for your contribution you will receive an attractive benefits package, including: • Private Healthcare • Contributory Pension Scheme • Life Assurance • Concessionary Travel • Company Share Incentive Plan • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Eurotunnel is committed to equal opportunities.

If you would like to apply for this position please visit our recruitment page at:
www.getlinkgroup.com/uk/group/Recruitment

Completed applications must be received no later than 12 noon on 17 August 2018.


Advertiser: Direct Employer

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Posted on: 2018-08-17 12:55:19

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