About this role
This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement across our rail Mechanical systems inclusive but not limited to Platform Train Interface; Wheel-Rail/guideway Interface; Light Rail Vehicle Dynamics, mechanical systems, and structures; Rail Tunnel Vent Systems; and Rail Depot heavy maintenance equipment throughout their entire lifecycle by implementing and assuring effective asset system strategies, standards, and plans. The focus is on optimising cost, risk, and performance to deliver the best whole‑life value. The role works across a range of rail engineering systems and requires strong collaboration with operational, mechanical maintenance, development, supply chain, finance, and safety teams to ensure a joined‑up approach to asset performance.
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- HNC in a relevant discipline or demonstrable equivalent experience and expertise.
- EngTech status in a relevant discipline or the ability to achieve EngTech status within 12 months of appointment.
- Good knowledge and strong experience of maintenance practices, methodologies and strategies.
- Good understanding of whole‑life cost principles and proven experience applying them.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data and judgement effectively to drive continuous improvement and develop robust solutions.
- Experience contributing to business cases, with the ability to translate technical information into meaningful, commercially focused insight.
- Pragmatic and objective decision‑making skills.
- Demonstrable safety leadership.
Desirable
- Relevant asset management qualification (e.g., IAM).
- Good understanding of assets within the specialist area (sector‑specific familiarity).