Alstom
Test Technician
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Req ID: 522436
Location: Mansfield (On-Site)
Appointment Basis: Permanent
Apply by: 19/08/26
Salary + Benefits: £30,500
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, more than 86 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Purpose of the Role
To repair and test electronic equipment in line with functional specifications and engineering drawings to a high standard and within the standard repair/test times defined, in order to meet agreed deadlines for the manufacturing/returns schedule. Ensure high standards of right-first-time performance, repair/test efficiency, and service levels are consistently achieved. Provide fast resolution to any assembly issues identified and maintain good levels of communication with the Repair Team.
What Are My Key Responsibilities?
- Responsible for the repair and testing of electronic equipment on time and to the correct specifications and quality standards.
- Provide positive support to team members as required.
- Adhere to UK Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices.
- Comply with ALSTOM Engineering & Services Limited quality standards, factory rules, and HR policies.
- Ensure KPI targets for RFT (Right First Time), efficiency, cost, and service are consistently achieved.
- Contribute positively to continuous improvement activities.
- Meet all deadlines and targets set by the Repair Team Leader.
- Establish good working relationships with the Repair Team and key members of Manufacturing.
- Report Health and Safety issues/near misses to the Repair Team Leader.
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Performance Standards
Excellent standards of efficient and effective assembly/engineering work, fault-finding, communication, personal discipline, health and safety, time management, problem-solving, technical ability, and customer service focus.
Targets:
- Zero LTAs
- RFT > 95%
- Efficiency > 90%
- On-time delivery > 95%
What Do I Need to Qualify for This Job?
A solid understanding of electronics repair/engineering disciplines ideally educated to HNC level or equivalent, along with health and safety and quality standards.
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- Experience in electronics repair, testing, and engineering within a relevant manufacturing environment, using best practice repair/test techniques.
- Time-served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
- Driven, disciplined, logical-thinking, self-motivated, a team player, able to communicate at all levels, and above all, highly innovative in delivering high standards in electronics repair/test work.
Important to note
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.
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