Team Leader - Coach Builder

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