TFL Vacancies – Trams Engineering Apprenticeship

Job Description:

Our engineers focus on the assets that form the foundation of our transport system. The role of a technician within London Trams is an essential part of TfL. It’s especially important as Croydon is a rapidly growing part of London, with much development going on.

Job Responsibilities:

• Placement 3 – Civil Works – [2 Weeks] – Offers insight into the cyclical maintenance activities that the London Trams Civils team carry out. An opportunity to learn about the purpose of highways inspections and the health and safety legislation requirements that relate to the Civils team.
• Placement 4 – Track– [2 WEEKS] – Developing an understanding of the track maintenance regime, a basic understanding of track componentry and undertaking maintenance work with the Track team.
• Placement 5 – Fleet– [3 MONTHS] – Assisting with maintenance of the tram fleet, undertaking activities as directed by fleet technicians/service delivery managers. Engaging in tram bogie overhaul work as part of projects works required to extend the lifespan of the tram fleet.
• Placement 6 – Overhead Line – [3 MONTHS] – Undertaking routine inspection, maintenance and component replacement as directed by Overhead Line Supervisor.
• Placement 7 – Systems – [3 MONTHS] – Undertaking routine inspection, maintenance and component replacement of London Trams systems assets. This can involve working on Passenger Information Displays, points, CCTV cameras, Programmable Logic Computers and many other items of specialist equipment.
• Placement 1 – Stores – [2 WEEKS] – Gaining an appreciation of obsolescence management, as well as an understanding of material requirements planning and assisting in materials movements within SAP.
• Placement 2 – Control Room – [1 WEEK] – Developing an understanding of various control room processes that manage disruptions and incidents on the network and how the control room manage access to the Tramway.

Job Requirements:

• Highly motivated and proactive
• Logical thinkers
• Relish technical challenges

Qualification & Experience:

• You should already hold or be working towards a minimum of 2 GCSEs (or equivalent) A*-C or grade 4 and above including Maths and English Language.
• You’re not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.
• You must be 18 years of age before the start date to be eligible for this scheme.

Job Details:

Company: TFL

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: London, England

Application Deadline: N/A