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Maintenance Support Technician-November 2024
Derby
Nov 1, 2026
About Maintenance Support Technician

  Harsco Rail operates across the world and has a proven and sustained track record in providing customised, technology-driven rail track solutions.

  The company has been pioneering mechanised maintenance for more than 100 years. Today, Harsco is still leading the way with practical, customer-driven solutions that set the standard for insight, innovation and performance - keeping the wheels of commerce driving forward and passengers on the move.

  Harsco Rail’s Contract Services provide customers with a high quality service by work crews that know the machines’ operation and maintenance best. With years of experience, Harsco Rail’s Contract Service teams have covered more than 640,000 kilometres of track, consistently achieving industry leading production rates and high quality output. Contract services include providing the maintenance, equipment, and labour to complete the job.

  Harsco Rail offers contract services for Rail Grinding and has been grinding rail for over 50 years, covering more than 300,000 km (192,000 miles) in the last 7 years.

  Harsco Rail encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.

  JOB PURPOSE

  Carry out annual maintenance, modification and repairs on the Stoneblower Fleet

  To maintain machines against the agreed maintenance plan

  Maximise machine availability

  Based at Loram , Derby UK

  PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCIES

  Competency

  Qualifications & Experience

  Is likely to be time served apprenticeship in an engineering discipline, or Preferred recognised qualification as a mechanical / electrical / maintenance engineer

  Hold a professional qualification in an engineering discipline

  Experience within the Railway Industry

  Technical Skills

  Knowledge & understanding of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, electronic, fault finding & repair

  IT literate including basic knowledge of Microsoft systems

  Calibration & understanding of rail plant operating

  Competent in current maintenance standards

  Problem Solving and identifying solutions

  Behaviours

  Personable with Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

  Proactive.

  Good communicator.

  Self-motivated and ability to work without supervision and on own initiative.

  Diplomatic.

  Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.

  Adheres to deadlines.

  Customer care.

  Attention to detail.

  KEY RESULT AREAS

  Machine available for work / for optimum usage in a timely manner

  Servicing completed within required timeframe

  Performance of machine following annual maintenance

  Condition of machine

  Timely ordering of parts / equipment

  5S within depot

  Complete administration tasks in a timely manner

  Submission of completed maintenance documentation

  Quality of maintenance documentation

  RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

  Report any defects found on machine & carry out repairs within required competency level for the role

  Repair machines to exceed performance targets and KPI’s

  Ensure planned maintenance duties are completed in line with company policies & procedures & work instructions

  Ensure working environment is maintained as required by 5S

  Inform supervisor of any issues / problems in a timely manner, which are outside your remit of control

  Operate machine for maintenance purposes, as required

  Ensure regularly updated & compliant with company policies & procedures

  Awareness of company communication via notice boards

  Be responsible for the care of company assets

  To undertake training as required

  Ensure compliance with competence assessment systems

  Comply with the Company Code of Conduct

  HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work

  Comply with all Statutory and Company Policies, Procedures and Standards

  Inform your line manager, supervisor or health and safety representative of any unsafe occurrences

  Work closely with the Management Team to raise safety issues and support safety initiatives

  Ensure safety regulations are adhered to

  Responsible for adhering to all safety instructions and guidance whilst completing Stoneblower maintenance or repair.

  Ensuring competence and fitness to undertake activities designated as safety critical work

  Comply with company standards and procedures relevant to the undertaking of Stoneblower Maintenance

  Observe safety objectives issued

  Participate in safety tours and planned inspections as required

  Contribute to the delivery of company occupational health and welfare, safety and environmental improvement plans

  Only undertake work for which you have been trained and (if required) certified competent

  To comply with Risk Assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.

  Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer

  Co-operate with your employer on health, safety and environment

  Make safe any unsafe conditions where practical and challenge unsafe work practices

  Report all, and assist with investigating relevant accidents, incidents, and near misses

  DIMENSIONS

  Complete annual maintenance within the depot facility

  KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

  External

  Network Rail Fleet Team

  Third party Contractors

  Internal

  Stoneblower Contract Manager

  Stoneblower Maintenance Manager

  Stoneblower Field Service Manager

  Stoneblower Heavy Maintenance Manager

  Stoneblower Depot Supervisor

  Stoneblower Chargehand

  Stoneblower Field Service Supervisors

  Stoneblower Field Service Team

  Stores team

  EHS Manager

  Quality Manager

  Assessors/Trainers

  We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

  Harsco Corporation offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

  If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco's website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Harsco offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free (833) 209-2659 and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Harsco will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

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