Semi Skilled (Yard)

Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) is the largest of Scotland’s seven regional transport partnerships. We run the Glasgow Subway, a host of specialist bus services and are responsible for delivering better public transport for all.

The Subway has been modernised twice in its history with the previous modernisation taking place in the late 1970s. We are currently undertaking a £288m transformational project which will result in the Subway being one of the most advanced systems in Europe. This is your opportunity to be part of the future of Subway, helping us to deliver the first full Unattended Train Operation (UTO) system in the UK.

As well as an excellent remuneration package, giving potential earnings of £30.7K to £33.5K gross inclusive of shift allowances, SPT offers a great career average pension scheme, free Subway travel and subsidised rail travel to and from work.

About the Role 

As a member of the Maintenance team, you will carry out low level preventive maintenance and inspections on a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment including pumps, compressors, motors, points and buildings.  In addition, you will carry out repairs to pipework, drains and track fixtures within competency.  You will operate a variety of plant and equipment including cranes, forklift, track mobile, locos, train sets, wash plant and company road vehicles.

Further details of the role and key responsibilities are set out in the job description.

Contractual hours will be Monday to Friday working an average of 38 hours a week on a rotating shift cycle including early shifts starting at 7am and back shifts finishing at 10pm. 

About You

SPT is now seeking to recruit a Semi-Skilled worker. The successful candidate will have experience of working in a maintenance environment, preferably in the Railway/Public Transport industry. Experience of working in a highly safety critical maintenance environment is desirable, with the ability to demonstrate high levels of concentration and vigilance. You must have good verbal and written skills with the confidence to work without immediate supervision and have a driving licence.

As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online technical assessment. Candidates meeting the agreed standard will then be invited to attend an interview and will subsequently need to pass a Safety Critical Medical examination.

What we can offer……

Working at SPT comes with many benefits you can look forward to:

• 33 Days Annual and Public Holiday Entitlement then 41 Days after 5 years’ service (pro rata to Shift Pattern and calculated in Hours)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Group Life Assurance Cover
• SPT actively encourages learning and development and are committed to ongoing learning and development to support career progression
• Employee Travel Pass Scheme – a Subway Smartcard to travel on the Glasgow Subway for free plus an additional card for a member of your household
• Salary Sacrifice Bus or Rail Season Ticket Scheme – subsidised at a maximum of £600 towards the cost
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Long Service Awards, Credit Union

You will be based at Broomloan Depot, Govan, Glasgow.

Please note, this position falls into the high risk category under the Alcohol and Drugs policy and therefore is subject to random & for-cause testing procedures.

How to Apply 

To apply, please select the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete an online application form. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 25th September 2024 at midnight. 

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to pass a medical examination that will include a test for alcohol and drugs. 

SPT is an Equal Opportunities company welcoming applications from a diverse background.  If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you.  SPT encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

SPT operates blind recruitment, which is the process of removing any and all identification details from candidate application forms.  This includes identifiable personal details such a candidate’s name, gender, ethnicity and age. This information is not visible to our Hiring Managers.  This practice is used to ensure fairness, attract diverse candidates and to remove unconscious bias from our recruitment process. By implementing this approach, SPT aims to create a level playing field to assess applicants solely based on their skills, qualifications and experience.

For applicants with special requirements, or if you have any questions, please email quoting the above reference.