Location:Ashford, Kent, United KingdomJob ID: R0108433Date Posted:2025-10-20Company Name:Hitachi Rail UK LimitedProfession (Job Category):OtherJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Overhaul ManagerAshford£80,000 per annumPermanentYour new role<ul><li>Oversee all material deliverables associated with overhaul &amp; projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and delivery schedules.</li><li>Manage supplier relationships, focusing on quality assurance, performance management, and timely issue resolution.</li><li>Ensure all supplier activities align with project timelines and operational requirements.</li><li>Manage all Class 395 overhaul and heavy maintenance activities</li><li>Maintain compliance with company policies and the Health &amp; Safety at Work Act across all departmental activities.</li><li>Support the creation and implementation of a Competency Management System (CMS) for overhaul and heavy maintenance activities.</li><li>Serve as the key liaison with customers regarding fleet performance and contractual requirements.</li><li>Manage departmental budgets through effective resource planning and cost control.</li><li>Drive team development, including training, competency building, and succession planning.</li><li>Support the Contract Manager in identifying and developing commercial and business opportunities.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>M &amp; E HNC or served engineering apprenticeship</li><li>Extensive experience working within a rail maintenance environment.</li><li>Sound knowledge of, and compliance to, UK and European railway rules regulations and industry standards.</li><li>Proven experience in people management in an operational environment.</li></ul>What we offerWe value the importance of all of our employees, if you would like to join our fantastic organisation you could be entitled to:<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Annual Performance bonus paid on discretionary basis.</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Personal Accident insurance</li><li>Group Income protection</li><li>Group Life Insurance</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.#LI-AS1

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Overhaul Manager

Location:Ashford, Kent, United KingdomJob ID: R0108433Date Posted:2025-10-20Company Name:Hitachi Rail UK LimitedProfession (Job Category):OtherJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Overhaul ManagerAshford£80,000 per annumPermanentYour new role<ul><li>Oversee all material deliverables associated with overhaul &amp; projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and delivery schedules.</li><li>Manage supplier relationships, focusing on quality assurance, performance management, and timely issue resolution.</li><li>Ensure all supplier activities align with project timelines and operational requirements.</li><li>Manage all Class 395 overhaul and heavy maintenance activities</li><li>Maintain compliance with company policies and the Health &amp; Safety at Work Act across all departmental activities.</li><li>Support the creation and implementation of a Competency Management System (CMS) for overhaul and heavy maintenance activities.</li><li>Serve as the key liaison with customers regarding fleet performance and contractual requirements.</li><li>Manage departmental budgets through effective resource planning and cost control.</li><li>Drive team development, including training, competency building, and succession planning.</li><li>Support the Contract Manager in identifying and developing commercial and business opportunities.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>M &amp; E HNC or served engineering apprenticeship</li><li>Extensive experience working within a rail maintenance environment.</li><li>Sound knowledge of, and compliance to, UK and European railway rules regulations and industry standards.</li><li>Proven experience in people management in an operational environment.</li></ul>What we offerWe value the importance of all of our employees, if you would like to join our fantastic organisation you could be entitled to:<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Annual Performance bonus paid on discretionary basis.</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Personal Accident insurance</li><li>Group Income protection</li><li>Group Life Insurance</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.#LI-AS1

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