Mobile Maintenance Technician Freight Rail Engineering Based Along the M1 Corridor Derby Nottingham Leicester Full-Time Permanent Salary: Up to £44,000 + Overtime Van + Fuel Card Provided Tools, Uniform & Full PPE Supplied The Opportunity We re looking for a
Mobile Freight Maintenance Technician to join a nationally respected rail engineering team, working hands-on with freight locomotives and rolling stock.
This is a mobile role ideal for a skilled engineer who thrives in varied environments and wants to contribute directly to maintaining the backbone of the UK supply chain.
What You'll Do - Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on freight locomotives and rolling stock across multiple UK locations in Derby, Leicester and Nottingham 9M1 corridor).
- Carry out diagnostics, electrical and mechanical repairs, and safety-critical inspections.
- Ensure all rail assets meet performance and safety standards.
- Complete all technical documentation accurately and legibly.
- Follow safety policies, method statements, and risk assessments while maintaining site cleanliness.
- Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a flexible mobile team.
Your Shift Pattern This role follows a
rotational schedule with a mixture of shift types to support nationwide freight operations:
- Standard Day Shifts will be a mix of the following with rest days in between:
07 00 (10 hrs)
07 00 (8 hrs) - Afternoon Shifts:
13 00 - Rest Days:
Allocated during the week based on rotation - Weekend Work:
Required on a rotating basis - Reserve (AR) Shifts:
Standby shifts as needed to support demand
Overtime is available and paid in addition to salary. What You ll Need - NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline (mechanical/electrical).
- Previous hands-on experience working on freight locomotives ideally.
- Full, clean UK Driving Licence.
- Must be able to pass a railway medical (including drugs & alcohol test).
- Clean criminal record (DBS check required).
- Willingness to travel and stay away overnight as required (But not very often).
- Must be based within the M1 Corridor Derby, Nottingham, or Leicester area.
What You ll Get - c£44,000 salary (depending on experience)
- Overtime paid
- Company van + fuel card
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Company pension
- Healthcare cash plan includes dental, optical, and other wellness benefits
- Life insurance
- All PPE, tools, and workwear provided
- Training and development support, including career progression routes into specialist or leadership roles
- Full induction at Midlands Head Office
Why Join Us? Join a business playing a crucial role in the maintenance and reliability of freight services across the UK. This is more than a job it s your chance to work in a high-impact sector with long-term security, great team culture, and national-scale operations.