Location:Doncaster, South Yorkshire, United KingdomJob ID: R0105601Date Posted:2025-10-21Company Name:HITACHI RAIL LIMITEDProfession (Job Category):OtherJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoAbout UsA career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Job Description:Facilities Team LeaderDoncaster£51,937 per annum + 5% shift allowancePermanentYour new role<ul><li>Deputies for the Facilities Manager when required and act as initial point of contact for the Facilities Technicians.</li><li>Ensuring shift cover is maintained, cover gaps in the roster when required. Setting work and attending to in-depth faults while acting as mentor to the Facilities Team.</li><li>Responsible for assisting with the planning and delivery of planned and reactive maintenance and minor works ensuring suitable and sufficient labour, materials plant and equipment is available to deliver the works on time, to required specifications and within budget.</li><li>Assisting with contractor management by ensuring contractors are inducted, method statements and risk assessment have been approved and that permits are issued.</li><li>Responsible for routine preventative and corrective maintenance tasks, first line inspection, call out, electrical and mechanical fault finding and repair to all Train Maintenance Centre (TMC) fixed and portable Infrastructure.</li><li>Support the Facilities planner with planning activities to ensure coordinated delivery of TMC maintenance, repairs and call outs with external contracted are coordinated.</li><li>Ensure all Infrastructure and plant visual inspections, routine preventative and corrective maintenance tasks and repairs are recorded correctly in the SAP system to provide an auditable record of work undertaken.</li><li>Act as a specialist subject matter expert with regards to specialist equipment. Be prepared to travel and overnight away from base location for short periods to support other TMCs / locations around the UK with ongoing issues.</li><li>Train Maintenance Centre Winterisation and Summarisation tasks including snow clearance and de-icing of footpaths to ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times.</li><li>Initiation of “contractor call out” when required and supervision of third party contractors on site</li><li>Raising and completion of the permit to work including working at height, track possessions, and hot working permits.</li><li>Undertake fork truck and battery operated vehicle driving duties within depot confines in accordance with the depot operating procedures and instructions</li><li>Actively participate in the ongoing continuous improvement activities for Infrastructure maintenance to share experience and knowledge a crossed other TMCs</li><li>Support the Business Assurance organisation with planned safety inspections, safety tours and contractor audits.</li><li>Waste management – monitor all waste streams to ensure staff and contractors are managing waste in line with Hitachi procedures.</li><li>Infrastructure spare parts – Ensure spare parts are requested from the stores, fitted correctly and defect parts returned to the store in line with Hitachi procedures.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>NVQ level 3 (Mechanical/Electrical) or Time served apprenticeship (Mechanical or Electrical)</li><li>Previous experience of routine building maintenance. (Or relevant experience/qualification)</li><li>Must be comfortable working shifts within a team or on their own.</li><li>Ability to investigate complex electrical and mechanical faults and write detailed reports.</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-AS1Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  <a href="https://www.hitachirail.com/careers">https://www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>.At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail">https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail</a>

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.

Facilities Team Leader

Location:Doncaster, South Yorkshire, United KingdomJob ID: R0105601Date Posted:2025-10-21Company Name:HITACHI RAIL LIMITEDProfession (Job Category):OtherJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoAbout UsA career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Job Description:Facilities Team LeaderDoncaster£51,937 per annum + 5% shift allowancePermanentYour new role<ul><li>Deputies for the Facilities Manager when required and act as initial point of contact for the Facilities Technicians.</li><li>Ensuring shift cover is maintained, cover gaps in the roster when required. Setting work and attending to in-depth faults while acting as mentor to the Facilities Team.</li><li>Responsible for assisting with the planning and delivery of planned and reactive maintenance and minor works ensuring suitable and sufficient labour, materials plant and equipment is available to deliver the works on time, to required specifications and within budget.</li><li>Assisting with contractor management by ensuring contractors are inducted, method statements and risk assessment have been approved and that permits are issued.</li><li>Responsible for routine preventative and corrective maintenance tasks, first line inspection, call out, electrical and mechanical fault finding and repair to all Train Maintenance Centre (TMC) fixed and portable Infrastructure.</li><li>Support the Facilities planner with planning activities to ensure coordinated delivery of TMC maintenance, repairs and call outs with external contracted are coordinated.</li><li>Ensure all Infrastructure and plant visual inspections, routine preventative and corrective maintenance tasks and repairs are recorded correctly in the SAP system to provide an auditable record of work undertaken.</li><li>Act as a specialist subject matter expert with regards to specialist equipment. Be prepared to travel and overnight away from base location for short periods to support other TMCs / locations around the UK with ongoing issues.</li><li>Train Maintenance Centre Winterisation and Summarisation tasks including snow clearance and de-icing of footpaths to ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times.</li><li>Initiation of “contractor call out” when required and supervision of third party contractors on site</li><li>Raising and completion of the permit to work including working at height, track possessions, and hot working permits.</li><li>Undertake fork truck and battery operated vehicle driving duties within depot confines in accordance with the depot operating procedures and instructions</li><li>Actively participate in the ongoing continuous improvement activities for Infrastructure maintenance to share experience and knowledge a crossed other TMCs</li><li>Support the Business Assurance organisation with planned safety inspections, safety tours and contractor audits.</li><li>Waste management – monitor all waste streams to ensure staff and contractors are managing waste in line with Hitachi procedures.</li><li>Infrastructure spare parts – Ensure spare parts are requested from the stores, fitted correctly and defect parts returned to the store in line with Hitachi procedures.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>NVQ level 3 (Mechanical/Electrical) or Time served apprenticeship (Mechanical or Electrical)</li><li>Previous experience of routine building maintenance. (Or relevant experience/qualification)</li><li>Must be comfortable working shifts within a team or on their own.</li><li>Ability to investigate complex electrical and mechanical faults and write detailed reports.</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-AS1Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at &nbsp;<a href="https://www.hitachirail.com/careers">https://www.hitachirail.com/careers</a>.At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail">https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail</a>

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