Technical Riding Inspector

BUSINESS FUNCTION:Engineering

GRADE: Fleet Level 5 Shifts

SALARY:53592per annum

ROLE TYPE:On Site

HOURS:35 per week

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and keep our trains on track and in top condition

Were on the lookout for a motivated and skilled Technical Riding Inspector (TRI) with a strong electrical focus to join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping a reliable safe and connected future for rail travel.

Picture yourself making an impact by ensuring our fleet operates at the highest standards. From electrical faultfinding and repairs to improving performance youll be at the heart of delivering exceptional service for our customers.

Can You See Yourself

• Excelling in Electrical Work: Carrying out advanced electrical faultfinding maintenance and inservice repairs on our trains ensuring they meet the high standards our customers and stakeholders expect.
• Being HandsOn: Responding to callouts for failed trains and working as part of a team to minimise disruption and improve performance.
• Thriving on Collaboration: Acting as the face of Northern working closely with frontline staff to ensure customers enjoy a reliable and safe journey.
• Driving Improvement: Continuously reviewing and improving electrical systems and processes to meet targets and deadlines helping to build a railway the North can be proud of.
• Being a Team Player: Reporting to the Train Riding Manager and working as part of a team covering the East Coast Mainline collaborating with colleagues to ensure the fleet is managed effectively.

Are You

• Electrically Skilled: A Level 3 or apprenticetrained multiskilled engineering technician with a strong emphasis on electrical faultfinding and maintenance.
• Reliable and Hardworking: Ready to take on a challenging but rewarding role that keeps our fleet in top condition. Adaptable: Willing to work a variety of shifts including early mornings late nights weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Calm Under Pressure: Able to think quickly and stay composed in highpressure situations.
• Eager to Learn: Open to support and additional training from our expert Training Team.

Please note this role is safetycritical and is subject to Rail Safety & Standards Board (RSSB)regulations. YouMUSTmeet the safety critical criteria for thisposition or your application will be automatically rejected.

Whats in it for you

At Northern we dont just value our people we go the extra mile to support them. Heres a taste of what you can look forward to:

• Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you your partner and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75 discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42 on a bike and spread the cost.
• Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing Northern Perks has you covered.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family lifestyle and more.
• Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business youre in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. Thats why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern

Were more than just a train operator. Were the heartbeat of the North connecting communities creating opportunities and driving sustainable growth. With 2500 trains running daily were on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825 the first passenger train set off in the North of England after which rail quickly spread across the globe and this year were celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern we dont just move people from A to B were building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if thats something you need. Were also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role well always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and medical assessment.

No matter your background experience or whether you call it a bap barm or cob theres a place for you here in the railway.