Trainee Technician

At Alstom, our ambition is to be a global leader in the transportation sector, in the digital age. Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Alstom offers a complete range of equipment and services, from high-speed trains, metros, trams and e-buses to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions.

At Bombela Maintenance, a subsidiary of Alstom, we employee 160 employees all working towards a common goal of becoming the best railway maintenance company. We are committed to consistently delivering a safe Gautrain, on time every time.

Bombela Maintenance is looking to recruit 2 x Trainee Technicians

The main purpose of this role is to provide assistance to the production team to ensure safe, reliable and available trains as per customer requirements, primarily through preventative maintenance and repairs.

These roles will be based at the Gautrain Maintenance Depot in Midrand, Johannesburg. 

YOUR ROLE:

• Ensure compliance to safety and quality rules and regulations at all times
• Assist with Preventative Maintenance
• Assist with Corrective Maintenance when required
• Basic MAXIMO administration
• Correct use of Materials, tools and equipment
• Effective team-work and self-management
• Could work shifts which include weekends, night work, overtime and public holidays.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12.
• S4 or N6 National Certificate excluding P1 & P2
• Rail/ Production experience will be an advantage.
• Fit and robust.
• South African citizen
• Ability to see in colour
• Ability to work at heights
• Good hearing (exposure to noise)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.