Apprentice - Reactive Maintenance Operative
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Company: RAILSCAPE LIMITED
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Location: Essex, SS6 7UY
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000020952
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Application Deadline Date: 27/03/2026
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Start Date: 13/04/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Working hours will generally be 08:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday. However, start and finish times must be flexible depending on the location they are travelling to. For example, hours may vary to 07:00 to 15:00 or 06:00 to 14:00 where required.
Brief Description
To support the maintenance team in carrying out reactive and planned maintenance duties across railway stations and depots, while working towards completion of the Property Maintenance Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship.
Training to be Provided
You will attend Barking & Dagenham College 1 day a week for day release.
Future Prospects
Potential for full-time employment within the company.
Vacancy Detail
- Assist the maintenance team in responding to maintenance issues across railway stations and depot facilities.
- Support engineers when attending reactive maintenance tasks and general repair works.
- Assist with basic maintenance activities such as painting, minor repairs, basic plumbing tasks, and general building upkeep under supervision.
- Help ensure areas are made safe and report any hazards or faults identified on site.
- Support routine inspections of station and depot facilities and report any issues identified.
- Assist with completing job records and updating job tracking systems where required.
- Support communication with station staff and depot teams when carrying out maintenance works.
- Help maintain tools, equipment, and van stock to ensure they are organised and in good working order.
- Maintain a professional and courteous approach when working within operational railway environments.
- Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks where required.
- Escalate any concerns, faults, or safety issues to the supervising engineer or manager.
- Work safely at all times and comply with railway safety rules and company procedures.
- Follow risk assessments, method statements, and instructions provided by supervisors.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment, minimising disruption to station and depot operations.
- Report hazards, incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions to the maintenance supervisor.
- Communicate effectively with the team and supervisors regarding job progress and safety matters.
- Ensure waste and materials are disposed of responsibly in line with environmental policies.
Other Information
- Interest in property maintenance, construction, or facilities management
- Willingness to learn practical maintenance skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Basic understanding of health and safety