This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Team Leader to join a leading client within the Rail Rolling Stock industry at their depot in Machynlleth, Wales working on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and technically strong individual to take on a key leadership role within a safety-critical rail maintenance environment. The successful candidate will lead a team of skilled technicians, ensuring maintenance activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while supporting operational reliability and fleet performance. This role is ideally suited to someone with strong fault-finding capability, leadership experience, and a passion for continuous improvement within a fast-paced engineering environment.
Job Responsibility
Lead, supervise, and coordinate a team of Rail Technicians to ensure safe and efficient delivery of maintenance activities
Prioritise workloads based on safety risk, operational impact, and fleet reliability requirements
Drive achievement of contractual performance, availability, and reliability targets
Participate in operational meetings and produce performance reports and KPIs
Ensure all maintenance activities and records are accurately maintained within GMAO and other company systems
Liaise with Materials Management teams to ensure timely availability of parts and materials
Oversee Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Warranty Claims processes
Support stock control and material management procedures within depot stores
Monitor attendance, conduct return-to-work interviews, and support disciplinary and investigation processes where required
Conduct competency assessments and support ongoing development of technicians
Promote and lead a positive health & safety culture across the depot
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support lean working practices including 5S
Ensure all work is completed in line with railway industry, site, and company quality standards
Requirements
Level 3 Engineering qualification or above
Candidates with lower qualifications may also be considered if supported by significant relevant experience
Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within rail or heavy engineering
Strong fault-finding and root cause analysis capability
Ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
Experience using diagnostic software and testing equipment
Excellent understanding of maintenance planning and operational priorities
Strong communication and team leadership skills
Full UK Manual Driving Licence
PTS (Sentinel) certification preferred or ability to obtain
Must be flexible and available to work days and nights and weekend shifts where required
What we offer
Key leadership role within a modern rail depot environment
Opportunity to work on advanced rolling stock systems and technologies
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Collaborative and safety-focused culture
Be part of a team driving reliability and operational excellence across the rail network