Apprentice Rail Engineering Technician Level 3 Manchester 2026

Req ID:504307

Appointment Basis:Fixed Term

Location:Manchester M12

Application Deadline: 30th January 2026

Salary: 18000

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day 80000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

This is an opportunity to join a world-leading engineering company through a well-established 39 months (inlcuding End point Assessment) Apprenticeship Development Programme. You will work alongside experienced professionals and receive strong support mentoring and coaching while developing against the Apprenticeship Standard.

The programme includes placements across multiple departments to build a broad understanding of the business. Placements are planned to support your development and provide a varied rewarding experience.

Our Manchester Longsight and Liverpool depots are well-established facilities that undertake maintenance for the Train Operators Avanti and Cross Country including our iconic Pendolino Class 390 tilting trains.

You will be working as part of a multifunctional team responsible for diagnosing and repairing faults along with undertaking daily service exams.

Academic college studies will be combined with real life work-based experience across our organisation. Your qualification will be completed at Reaseheath College Training will be delivered by block release. The remainder of the time is spent at work in the depot where you will have the opportunity to build and gather evidence of your competence whilst working towards a formal qualification.

There are 2 vacancies which can be located at either our Manchester or Liverpool site.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate at an appropriate level carrying out designated tasks within the team assigned.
• Participate in company initiatives in particular to be engaged in Continuous Improvement activity targeted at all aspects of Alstom performance.
• Participate in STEM & other Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives
• Conduct oneself at all times in a manner that reflects positively on Alstom.
• To comply with Alstom Procedures and the Code of Ethics
• You will undertake a planned rotation within appropriate departments in order to gain the skills and competence to complete the Standard addition you will attend education both part time and on block release to achieve the Knowledge Behaviours and Competencies as required by the apprenticeship. Attendance outside of standard work patterns should be expected.
• Carry out D.P.P duties
• Become trained and competent in carrying out daily and safety exams
• Assist with fuelling and system top up
• Carry out general site duties e.g.: Line of Routes
• Provide technical support to the site teams in the provision of primary fault finding/reporting
• Provide basic maintenance competency e.g.: side skirt cleans brake pads block changes etc.
• Gritting of walkways in severe weather conditions and/or exceptional circumstances
• Carry out site cleaning/general housekeeping
• Be responsible for managing the 5 S standards across the depot
• Driving company vehicles if certified
• Carry out cleaning by exception
• Learn and proficiently use relevant Alstom IT systems e.g. Alista SAP and SES input and iForm
• Crane driving and lifting equipment and training as required
• Additional training for future similar roles/types of equipment
• Provide corrective maintenance (Electrical or Mechanical)
• Provide preventative maintenance (Electrical or Mechanical)
• Provide secondary fault finding
• Positioning of fault data into shared drive facility
• Carry out Testing & Re-commissioning activities in accordance with pre-written test and commissioning procedures
• Assist in component change outs and failure reporting for central systems support and reliability growth teams
• Investigate technical problems
• Functionally test systems with minimal supervision using a variety of techniques and methods including the use of computer-based diagnostics systems
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the site quality and safety procedures
• Assist in the testing and repair of equipment identified as faulty and removed from trains
• Ensure work is performed in a safe and effective manner and in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) Electricity at Work Regulations (1989) Railway Group Standards and relevant Alstom Procedures.
• Site or fleet specific requirements: to be Authorised person where required Operator Workshop repairs Hotel standards tasks.

What do I need to qualify for this job

You will need (orbe predicted to have): - Minimum 5 GCSEs of Grade 4 - 9 - This should include Maths English and a Science

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role

• Good mechanical/electrical ability combined with understanding the importance of precision and accuracy
• Self-motivated and able to demonstrate commitment to achieving the apprenticeship standard
• Be able to act as a member of a multi-disciplined team (with flexibility around team roles) and also able to work on your own initiative where required.

Mobility by nature: us on a life-long transformative journey the rail industry is here to stay so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

Youll also:

• Enjoy stability challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life medical pension)

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

As part of the application process you will need to answer a series of mandatory questions; please allocate a few minutes in going through them and answering as they are the first sift process. The recruitment process includes online tests assessment centre competency interview. You will be contacted via email if you are successful at each stage.

We wish you the best of luck for all the steps and look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity statement:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race colour religion gender sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability status or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a Disability Confident employer we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.