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Tester (Permanent Nights)
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £34,000 - £44,000 (with shift allowance)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 22:00 - 06:00 (33% Shift Allowance)
Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a skilled Tester to join a leading rolling stock company based in Milton Keynes. This position requires a highly competent individual with an apprenticeship or recognised training programme in mechanical/electrical engineering, capable of producing high-quality work in accordance with UK rail safety regulations.
As a Tester, you will perform functional testing and commissioning of EMU/DMU and other rolling stock post-works. You will also assist in fault identification and rectification, working independently and to written instructions to help ensure the Depot provides top-level service.

Responsibilities:

Perform tasks as directed by your line manager.
Read and interpret schematic drawings.
Investigate and resolve rolling stock faults with minimal supervision.
Work in high-voltage environments.
Download and process train diagnostic data.
Conduct basic fault finding on electrical and mechanical systems.
Test various on-train systems and produce complex, analytical technical reports.
Deputise for the test team leader when required.
Maintain test paperwork, including test sheets and fault logs.
Liaise with production departments as needed.
Attend off-site railway depots to support customer requirements.
Complete additional reasonable tasks as directed by the line manager. 
 
Person Specification

Qualifications:
Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in a relevant field.
Competent in electric/mechanical fault-finding techniques.

Skills
Ability to fault-find complex circuits and systems to a basic level.
Computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Strong understanding of 5S principles.
Awareness of safety and quality standards. 
 
Salary and Progression:

£34,000 to £44,000 per year, depending on experience.
Candidates without rail experience will start at the lower end with room for progression.
Candidates with extensive rail experience will be placed toward the higher end of the salary banding.
Shift allowance of 33% for permanent night shifts.
Transferrable industries include:
-Rail, hgv, aviation, bus, reme, plant, marine, facilities maintenance, facilities management, fmcg")

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