Automotive Mechanic cross train into rail
Pure Talent Group • Westbury, Wiltshire • Posted June 29, 2026
About the Role
Vehicle Technician / Automotive Mechanic → Train as a Rail Engineer
Salary & Package
£41,000 starting salary (rising to £45,000 within 2 years)
Company van, tools, fuel card, phone & laptop
Pension + medical plan
Fully paid training & development Location Westbury (BA13 4HP)
Must live within 1 hour
The Opportunity Are you a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic or Automotive Engineer looking for something different?
We are offering a rare opportunity to transition out of the motor trade and into the rail industry — with full training provided.
No rail experience needed
We will cross-train you from automotive into rail engineering
You’ll use your existing mechanical skills while learning to work on freight locomotives and rolling stock — a stable, higher-paying, and long-term career path.
Ideal Background We are specifically looking for people from:
Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic
Automotive Techn...
Salary & Package
£41,000 starting salary (rising to £45,000 within 2 years)
Company van, tools, fuel card, phone & laptop
Pension + medical plan
Fully paid training & development Location Westbury (BA13 4HP)
Must live within 1 hour
The Opportunity Are you a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic or Automotive Engineer looking for something different?
We are offering a rare opportunity to transition out of the motor trade and into the rail industry — with full training provided.
No rail experience needed
We will cross-train you from automotive into rail engineering
You’ll use your existing mechanical skills while learning to work on freight locomotives and rolling stock — a stable, higher-paying, and long-term career path.
Ideal Background We are specifically looking for people from:
Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic
Automotive Techn...