ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CAREER WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN PEOPLE’S DAY.

We are seeking a Performance Engineer to join our team based from Slade Green Depot.

THE EXPERIENCE YOU’LL NEED

To be considered for this role we recommend you demonstrate the below in your application;

• 5+ years’ experience in general rolling stock, knowledge of planned maintenance processes and repair of rail vehicle systems.
• Vocationally competent in general rolling stock, knowledge of planned maintenance processes and repair of rail vehicle systems.
• General knowledge of all current types of Southeastern operated rolling stock.
• Qualified Internal Auditor (desirable)
• Minimum HND/HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Completed a recognised Advanced Apprenticeship framework (Level 3) or equivalent.
• Demonstrable Continued Professional Development (CPD) through membership of professional institution (such as the IMechE, IET or CQI) (desirable).
• Institute of Leadership and Management Level 3 (ILM3) qualification or equivalent (desirable).

As proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Scheme, we will offer you an interview if you apply under these schemes and meet the minimum criteria for the role. Find out more here.

OTHER THINGS TO KNOW

• This vacancy may close early if we receive a large number of applications. So, make sure you get yours in early.
• All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, a right to work verification, a basic criminal record check, and a pre-employment medical assessment. Work visa sponsorship isn’t available for this role.
• If you applied but weren’t successful in getting a similar role at Southeastern, please wait six months before applying again.
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WHAT YOU’LL DO

• To identify, monitor, and report on all aspects of fleet performance (inclusive of but not limited to delay attribution, and incident management) for all Southeastern operated Fleets, identifying and investigating trends within the Engineering Directorate. To carry out quality assurance checks such as “in process checks” and “finished work inspections” as required.
• Ensure compliance to quality control and fleet safety processes and procedures within the Engineering department.
• Drive continual improvement in the reliability, and customer satisfaction of vehicles entering service from engineering maintenance facilities by means of investigation, statistical analysis, provide feedback and advice to MDC’s on defect management, and technical audit. Highlight areas of weakness and opportunities for improvement, within the DOTEL and other processes effecting performance.

To be considered for this role we recommend you demonstrate the below in your application;

• 5+ years’ experience in general rolling stock, knowledge of planned maintenance processes and repair of rail vehicle systems.
• Vocationally competent in general rolling stock, knowledge of planned maintenance processes and repair of rail vehicle systems.
• General knowledge of all current types of Southeastern operated rolling stock.
• Qualified Internal Auditor (desirable)
• Minimum HND/HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Completed a recognised Advanced Apprenticeship framework (Level 3) or equivalent.
• Demonstrable Continued Professional Development (CPD) through membership of professional institution (such as the IMechE, IET or CQI) (desirable).
• Institute of Leadership and Management Level 3 (ILM3) qualification or equivalent (desirable)