About the team:
St Philips Marsh Engineering DEM team has responsibilities for the safety and reliability of the rolling stock, the depot assets and the safety of the people that work at St Philips Marsh.
The DEM team are a vital link between Engineering HQ and production colleagues. Helping to keep the depot safe and compliant with various processes, procedures and legislative requirements.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within this team as a DEM Technical support. As part of this team you will be responsible for filing and storage of technical records, updating various systems with relevant information (R2, IFMS, warranty portals etc). An engineering background is desirable as you will be asked to interpret data and provide reports. An understanding of creating a data base is also desirable. You will also be responsible for managing site inductions and supporting the depot management team.
About the job:
The DEM team are responsible for controlling and managing documentation, information, training, competence assessment, and technical support to the Production team whilst promoting a safety culture. Your role will include manging the transition from R2 into our new Fleet management system (IFMS). You will also assist the DEM team with warranty, collecting information and compiling reports. There will also be an opportunity to learn new skills for candidates interested in self development.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Working with the DEM team to:
- Manage transition between R2 and IFMS.
- Storage of documentation
- Carry out depot inductions.
- Support Warranty Engineer with manging the warranty process and information.
- Liaise with stakeholder as required.
- Support the Depot Management team.
You'll need to be:
- Technically minded.
- Dedicated to a safe, efficient working environment.
- Flexible and delivery focused.
- Confident using information technology.
- Self-directed to engage with people to understand, and to then resolve issues.
As a minimum you'll need to have:
- An understanding the importance of following processes.
- Familiar with various IT systems, Microsoft Excel, word, Power Bi would be desirable.
- An Independent learner with an enthusiasm for development.
- Technical experience would also be advantageous.
- Some knowledge of traction and rolling stock desirable.
About the location
St Philips Marsh Depot is a large site with good transport links. We are 15mins walk from Bristol Temple Meads Railway station.
Working Pattern:
This is a permanent position and will require working Monday to Friday core business hours. There may also be opportunities to attend off site meetings.
Additional Information:
For further information please contact Bradley Hayward, SPM Depot Engineering Manager on
For more information regarding the application process please contact the Group Resourcing Team on or
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