Job Description

HM Team Leader – Coach Builder

Location: Crewe

Rate: £30.52 Umbrella per hour (inside IR35)

Contract: 18-Month Contract

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 07:30am – 15:30pm

Overview

We are seeking an experienced HM Team Leader to join a leading rail maintenance operation in Crewe on an 18-month contract basis. This role is responsible for leading Heavy Maintenance project teams, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures, engineering standards, and project deadlines.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day leadership across heavy maintenance activities, supporting operational performance, safety compliance, and team development within a rail depot environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise Heavy Maintenance teams across allocated projects

Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across the depot

Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in line with risk assessments, work instructions, and company procedures

Monitor team compliance with VMI’s, VOI’s, AAW Block Cards, and associated documentation

Support the safe movement and operation of rail vehicles within depot limits

Operate/driving rail vehicles where required and location specific

Liaise with Project Engineers to support work planning and technical issue resolution

Ensure all tasks are completed to agreed quality and production standards

Carry out shift briefings and ensure effective communication across teams

Mentor, coach, and support Team Members with competency development and training activities

Conduct In Process Evaluations (IPEs), Records of Development, and Evidence of Development activities

Support continuous improvement initiatives across operations

Ensure workspaces remain compliant, safe, and fit for purpose

Carry out weekly safety tours and complete reporting through the Safety Tour app

Report near misses and assist with investigations and close-out activities

Maintain compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and company standards

Skills & Experience Required

Strong understanding of rail vehicle maintenance, overhaul, and modifications

Experience managing rail depot or heavy maintenance operations

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation

Good understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles

Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards within rail engineering

Understanding of production efficiency and continuous improvement techniques

Strong leadership and people management skills

Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Rail Traction & Rolling Stock preferred)

City & Guilds or BTEC qualification in Engineering

Good standard of general education

Driver Operator/Shunter assessment in relevant vehicle class (location specific)

People management training desirable

What’s on Offer

Competitive rate of £27.34 per hour (Umbrella)

Monday to Friday working pattern

Long-term 18-month contract opportunity

Opportunity to work within a major rail engineering environment in Bristol