Fleet Asset Engineer

Rail Fleet Asset Maintenance Manager
 
Salary & Benefits

• £51,500 salary
• 34 days annual leave
• Private healthcare & dental options
• Company pension scheme
• Company van
• Hybrid working (Derby 2 days, Rugby 2 days, 1 day WFH)

Location
Derby (2 days), Rugby (2 days), 1 day WFH
 
About the Role
 
We are seeking an experienced Rail Fleet Asset Maintenance Engineer to take full ownership of the maintenance strategy, performance, compliance, and reliability of a fleet of 60 diesel and electric freight locomotives.
 
This is a hands-off, fleet engineering maintenance management role, ideal for professionals who understand the why behind maintenance, not just the how.
 
You will focus on asset performance, engineering decision-making, and long-term reliability improvement.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Asset Performance & Reliability
  Analyse breakdowns and recurring faults, identify root causes, and drive engineering improvements.
• Engineering Governance
  Raise, manage, and track engineering change requests, dispensations, and cost justifications.
• Maintenance Planning & Oversight
  Own and manage fleet maintenance plans, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Data & Systems Management
  Maintain accurate asset records and manage data within asset management and quality systems.
• Documentation & Compliance
  Ensure all inspections, maintenance activities, and non-conformities are properly recorded and closed out.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  Work closely with engineering, procurement, stores, and operations teams.
• Continuous Improvement
  Identify and implement improvements to enhance reliability and optimise maintenance processes.

What You''ll Need

• 7+ years'' experience managing fleet assets, rolling stock, or heavy machinery
• Strong understanding of:
  • Asset lifecycle management
  • Fault finding & root cause analysis
  • Maintenance planning & reliability
• Experience with asset management or quality systems (e.g. Q-Pulse or similar)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organisational ability
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• Background in rail, heavy plant, aerospace, or military sectors
• Health & Safety qualifications
• Experience in engineering change control processes

Why Join Us?
 
This is your opportunity to step into a strategic engineering role, where you will move beyond hands-on maintenance and take ownership of fleet performance.
You''ll directly influence reliability, drive engineering decisions, and play a key role in the long-term success of a critical freight fleet.
 
Apply Now
Take the next step in your engineering career and make a real impact on fleet performance and operational excellence.  #ENG1

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