Level 1 Tram Technician

Join our team at Keolis Amey Metrolink (KAM) the largest light rail network in the UK!

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the awesome team behind the scenes. We are looking for a passionate and hands-on Tram Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic Engineering Team at the heart of Manchesters beloved Metrolink network in Trafford.

In this role youll be a key player in keeping our trams safe reliable and ready to serve the people of Greater Manchester. Working closely with our experienced Tram Maintenance Team Leader and team of technicians youll help deliver our maintenance plan with precision and pride.

Whether youre responding to and fixing tram asset fault failures or carrying out essential maintenance tasks your work will directly impact the smooth running of one of the UKs most iconic transport systems.

Were looking for someone whos not just technically skilled but also a true champion of safety wellbeing and teamwork. Youll be an advocate for excellence helping to embed a Just Culture of care and accountability in everything we do.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a team that keeps Manchester moving
• Work on cutting-edge tram systems
• Collaborate with passionate professionals
• Grow your skills in a supportive environment
• Help shape a culture of safety and integrity

If youre ready to make a real difference and take pride in your work wed love to hear from you!

Key accountabilities will include

• Hands-on Maintenance - Youll help care for our tram assets by following detailed maintenance instructions - keeping everything in tip-top shape.
• Safety First - Youll actively take part in safety briefings and workshops helping to create a culture where everyone looks out for each other.
• Quality Work - Youll carry out tasks to the highest standards following our maintenance guidelines to ensure the fleet stays reliable and ready.
• Share Insights - If somethings not quite right youll provide timely and constructive feedback to help us improve and respond quickly.
• Keep Records Spot-On - Youll make sure our asset management records -both paper and digital - are accurate up-to-date and easy to follow.
• Youll only take on tasks youre trained and confident to complete helping us maintain a safe and professional working environment.

The role is does require you to work across a rostered shift pattern of days evenings nights and weekends.

What youll bring:

• Educated to NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline / Advanced modern apprenticeship or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of maintenance activities within a large multi-disciplined team
• Experience in a large maintenance environment with a focus on safety and completing maintenance activities to plan
• Adaptability to the varying demands of the maintenance and operational needs
• Excellent attention to detail and able to follow instructions
• Work as part of an awesome team to deliver maintenance requirements on time to the capacity model
• Good knowledge of IT systems including the Microsoft applications

What we will offer you:

• Salary is 45323 per annum
• Permanent working full time
• Free Tram Travel for all our colleagues plus a sponsored pass for an immediate family member.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Ability to buy additional holidays.
• Access to Amazing Discounts at major retailers including Asda Currys PC World John Lewis and many more.
• Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Wellbeing Support including a free counselling health checks and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Supporting your development focusing on career pathways and professional fees covered if required for role.

The closing date for applications: 11 November 2025

Depending on the level of applications for this role we may close the advert earlier therefore we encourage you to submit your application early.

Our Commitment to you:

At KAM we celebrate the diversity of our customers communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce which is equitable inclusive and representative of the communities we serve and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders ages ethnicities cultures abilities and sexual orientation to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.

We live our values of We Care We Commit We Imagine through our behaviours and we strongly believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and create an environment where individuals can imagine that anything is possible. We care about our people and we fully commit to creating an inclusive environment where our people feel valued respected and empowered to thrive.

We recognise the importance of flexibility in the workplace and where possible we will do our best to consider alternative working patterns or flexible arrangements to help you balance work and life in a way that works for you and the business. If youd like to discuss before applying please feel free to contact our recruitment team.

To ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process please let us know if you will require any support or reasonable adjustments. You can contact our team here .

What we will need to check:

If you are successful we will need to complete several pre-employment checks prior to you starting. These include.

• Proof of address.
• Evidence of right to work in the UK.
• References from previous employment or studies from the last 3 years
• Pre-employment medical (level subject to role).

Criminal Records self-declaration check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM) is the largest light rail network in the UK. Growing and evolving since first opening in 1992. Metrolink have so far expanded to 103km of track 99 stops and 147 trams with a target of 52 million yearly passengers by the end of 2022.

We recognise and celebrate the diversity of our customers communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and society at large.