Job Description

We're Hiring - Locomotive Chargehand- Electrical!

Salary: Dependent on experience

Exciting opportunities await at our newly formed

HNRC Swietelsky

division! We're looking for skilled a

Locomotive Chargehand (Electrical)

to join our team at

Barrow Hill Depot / Worksop Traincare & Traction Depot

.

The role requires the ability to work proactively to maintain and repair Company Third Party Assets (Our amazing Locomotives). We are looking for A chargehand who has experience in installation and fault finding within Locomotive electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair electrical faults on HNRC Swietelsky and customer locomotive fleets, including (but not limited to) Class 08, Class 20, Class 37, Class 47, and Class 56. Ensure all findings and actions are accurately recorded. Take a lead role in diagnosing and repairing DC traction systems, generators, alternators, low-voltage, and control circuits, while providing mentorship to colleagues. Deliver training and mentorship to employees, overseeing team development. Implement a structured training programme to ensure competency standards are met. Implement electrical modifications in line with supplied procedures, raising and acting on any inaccuracies or opportunities for improvement. Demonstrate a proactive approach to identifying and addressing improvement areas. Carry out routine electrical inspections and examinations to the highest standards. Work independently, using initiative to complete electrical work effectively and safely. Manage and comply with all safety notices, rules, and regulations. Maintain excellent standards of housekeeping in line with safe working practices and company expectations. Collaborate with senior management to identify and implement improvements across the locomotive fleet. Mentor and support electrical apprentices in their professional development towards becoming fully qualified electrical engineers.

Direct Reports:

Locomotive Technicians- Electrical
General Responsibilities

Comply with all company rules, standards, and procedures. Uphold the company's values and expected behaviours at all times.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential:

Strong understanding of OTDR, GSM-R, and TPWS systems. Time-served in an electrical discipline with proven experience in locomotive fault finding and modifications. Experience mentoring apprentices or junior engineers. Familiarity with structured training programmes within engineering teams. Previous experience with traction and/or rolling stock. Good standard of mathematics and English. Team player with excellent communication skills. Understanding of the rail industry.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Training and Mentorship: 2 years (preferred) Locomotive: 3 years (preferred) Rolling Stock: 3 years (preferred) Electrical Engineering: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Whitwell S80 1UJ (preferred)
Work Location: In person