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Shorterm Group
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 22 days
Leicester, Leicestershire LE1 4PG, England
£19.23 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position of Lead Hand (Locomotives) is available in Leicestershire with a salary of £43,000 per annum.
- Candidates should have a strong mechanical background, ideally with experience in locomotive maintenance and leadership.
- The role involves 80% hands-on work on the shop floor and 20% supervision to ensure safety compliance and performance.
- Applicants must be willing to work a rotating shift system, including mornings and afternoons, and be committed to health and safety protocols.
- This position offers competitive pay, additional benefits, and opportunities for career development in a leading locomotive maintenance company.
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: 43,000 per annum
Shifts: Rotating - Mornings, Afternoons
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 3-shift system (mornings, afternoons, nights).
* 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: Jarreth Mayze
Email Address: (url removed)
Due to the volume of applications, we can only commit to contact those candidates we deem suitable for the position. However, we may retain your details and contact you in the future should suitable positions arise.
The above job specification could be subject to change as agreed with our clients
Shorterm Limited (Company No (phone number removed)) is registered at the following address. The Barn, Philpots Close, Yiewsley, Middlesex, UB7 7RY
