Location:Bristol, Avon, United KingdomJob ID: R0107010Date Posted:2025-10-23Company 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:Here at Hitachi Rail, we have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic self-motivated Lead Technician to join our team at Stoke Gifford Train Maintenance Centre in Bristol. Salary: £50,041 15% Shift allowance£3000 Location Allowance Permanent Contract  Accountabilities In this exciting role, you will be responsible for service, complex fault find and repair Hitachi rolling stock assets. This is a permanent role working on a rotating day and night shift basis.Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables:<ul><li>Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment</li><li>Adhere to health, safety, environmental &amp; quality practices in the workplace</li><li>Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities</li><li>Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques</li><li>Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications</li><li>Prepare for and undertake the removal and replacement of traction and rolling stock components</li><li>Modify or manufacture traction and rolling stock components by material removal using hand tools</li><li>Assemble traction and rolling stock components using engineering processes and techniques</li><li>Install new traction and rolling stock components using engineering processes and techniques</li><li>Identify, assess and rectify defects and discrepancies on Hitachi rolling stock assets.</li><li>Identify repeat defects on Hitachi rolling stock assets and suggest / carry out repairs.</li><li>Create technical scopes of work for fault rectification by other members of staff.</li><li>Support reliability technicians with regards reliability improvements to rolling stock assets</li><li>Attend and provide technical support with failures in service when on duty.</li><li>Provide operational support to users of Hitachi rolling stock assets.</li><li>Keep SAP record system up to date with clear and concise information of work carried out.</li><li>Develop professionally and support good working relationships.</li><li>Learn new skills in accordance with Hitachi’s new business demands as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Liaison with Hitachi and external personnel as required to complete the duties of the post.</li><li>Other responsibilities relevant to the role based on localised requirements.</li></ul>About youRequired Skills/ Knowledge<ul><li>Network Rail Sentinel PTS</li><li>Stock-Specific maintenance and faulting. </li><li>Depot Protection</li><li>Working at Height</li><li>Manual Handling</li><li>Powered plant and tools – air / 110v</li><li>Crimping competence &amp; assessment</li></ul>Education/Qualifications<ul><li>M &amp; E ONC or Served apprenticeship with mechanical, electrical disciplines.</li><li>Engineering based NVQ level 3.</li></ul>Behavioural<ul><li>Sound knowledge of, and compliance to, rules and regulations</li><li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Able to represent Hitachi in a professional manner at all times</li><li>Good team worker.</li></ul>Desired Skills (not essential)<ul><li>Intermediate IT skills – typically Word, Excel</li><li>AC Depot isolation</li><li>Moveable plant</li><li>Driving Licence</li></ul>What we offer We 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-AL1Thank 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.

Lead Technician

Location:Bristol, Avon, United KingdomJob ID: R0107010Date Posted:2025-10-23Company 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:Here at Hitachi&nbsp;Rail, we have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic self-motivated Lead Technician to join our team at Stoke Gifford Train Maintenance Centre in Bristol. Salary: £50,041 15% Shift allowance£3000 Location Allowance Permanent Contract &nbsp;Accountabilities In this exciting role, you will be responsible for service, complex fault find and repair Hitachi rolling stock assets. This is a permanent role working on a rotating day and night shift basis.Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables:<ul><li>Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment</li><li>Adhere to health, safety, environmental &amp; quality practices in the workplace</li><li>Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities</li><li>Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques</li><li>Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications</li><li>Prepare for and undertake the removal and replacement of traction and rolling stock components</li><li>Modify or manufacture traction and rolling stock components by material removal using hand tools</li><li>Assemble traction and rolling stock components using engineering processes and techniques</li><li>Install new traction and rolling stock components using engineering processes and techniques</li><li>Identify, assess and rectify defects and discrepancies on Hitachi rolling stock assets.</li><li>Identify repeat defects on Hitachi rolling stock assets and suggest / carry out repairs.</li><li>Create technical scopes of work for fault rectification by other members of staff.</li><li>Support reliability technicians with regards reliability improvements to rolling stock assets</li><li>Attend and provide technical support with failures in service when on duty.</li><li>Provide operational support to users of Hitachi rolling stock assets.</li><li>Keep SAP record system up to date with clear and concise information of work carried out.</li><li>Develop professionally and support good working relationships.</li><li>Learn new skills in accordance with Hitachi’s new business demands as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Liaison with Hitachi and external personnel as required to complete the duties of the post.</li><li>Other responsibilities relevant to the role based on localised requirements.</li></ul>About youRequired Skills/ Knowledge<ul><li>Network Rail Sentinel PTS</li><li>Stock-Specific maintenance and faulting. </li><li>Depot Protection</li><li>Working at Height</li><li>Manual Handling</li><li>Powered plant and tools – air / 110v</li><li>Crimping competence &amp; assessment</li></ul>Education/Qualifications<ul><li>M &amp; E ONC or Served apprenticeship with mechanical, electrical disciplines.</li><li>Engineering based NVQ level 3.</li></ul>Behavioural<ul><li>Sound knowledge of, and compliance to, rules and regulations</li><li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Able to represent Hitachi in a professional manner at all times</li><li>Good team worker.</li></ul>Desired Skills (not essential)<ul><li>Intermediate IT skills – typically Word, Excel</li><li>AC Depot isolation</li><li>Moveable plant</li><li>Driving Licence</li></ul>What we offer We 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-AL1Thank 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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