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Purpose of the Role
- Support, manage, and deliver testing, commissioning, overhaul, and in-service reliability of a UK fleet of traction and rolling stock.
- Ensure that all assets are maintained to the highest safety, availability, and performance standards.
- Provide technical support, lead incident resolution, and liaise with customers, suppliers, and industry partners to maintain operational excellence.
- Act as the primary technical contact for all matters relating to the traction and rolling stock fleet.
- Oversee and coordinate maintenance planning, service delivery, and supplier performance.
- Manage spare parts, tooling, and materials in collaboration with the procurement function.
- Lead technical investigations, fault analysis, and incident management to ensure timely resolution.
- Develop and maintain accurate technical documentation, configuration records, and asset management systems.
- Analyse performance and reliability data to drive continuous improvement.
- Conduct site visits, supplier audits, and safety tours to ensure compliance with engineering and safety standards.
- Represent the company at technical, commercial, and customer meetings.
- Provide support during operational incidents as part of the engineering on-call roster.
- Deputise for the Head of Engineering as required.
- HNC/HND (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline.
- Strong technical knowledge of traction and rolling stock systems.
- Experience in maintenance planning, engineering management, and fault resolution.
- Proficient in MS Office and fleet management systems such as TOPS, R2, or similar.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
- Membership of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers or Institution of Engineering and Technology.
- Familiarity with business development processes and supplier management.
- Hold valid PTS and DP certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Comply with all company safety procedures, ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of self and others.
- Maintain required medical and PPE standards.
