Service Engineer 1 (All Shift) - #189749

Govia Thameslink Railway


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Brighton
Salary: £45,017 per year
Contract type: Full time
  • 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.

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Benefits

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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