Mechanical Biased Leading Hand/Supervisor - Locomotive Maintenance
📍 Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire
💰 Salary: £42,500 per annum + shift allowance + O/T
⏰ Shifts: 2-shift system (Mornings/Afternoons) - Monday to Friday
About the Role:
We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Biased Leading Hand/Supervisor to join our team, ensuring the efficient maintenance and preparation of locomotives. This role requires a hands-on approach, with 80% of your time spent on the shop floor conducting fitness to run checks, brake testing, and fuel point preparation, while 20% will be focused on supervision and delivering key performance indicators (KPIs).
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Perform fitness to run, brake testing, and fuel point preparation on locomotives.
✅ Lead and supervise a team, ensuring high standards of work and safety compliance.
✅ Oversee and deliver the 5 main KPIs to drive performance and efficiency.
✅ Support and mentor team members, ensuring best practices and high-quality output.
✅ Maintain accurate records and ensure all work is completed to industry standards.
What We're Looking For:
🔹 Strong mechanical background, ideally within the rail industry.
🔹 Experience in locomotive maintenance, including brake systems and fuel preparation.
🔹 Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
🔹 Willingness to work a rotating 2-shift system (mornings, afternoons)?.
🔹 Commitment to health and safety protocols and industry regulations.
What We Offer:
✨ Competitive salary of £42,500 per annum
✨ Additional benefits package
✨ Opportunity to work with a leading company in locomotive maintenance
✨ Career development and training opportunities
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join our dedicated team!
Contact Name: Ronnie Burton
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