Rail Engineering Supervisor

Rail Engineering Supervisor
Depot-Based (Locomotive Maintenance)

 

 

Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £60,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Holidays: 36 days of annual leave

Pension plan

 

 

Lead a Skilled Rail Engineering Team Across Two Depots
We’re seeking an experienced Rail Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of skilled technicians across our two key depot sites: Worksop and Chesterfield.
In this vital role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, servicing, overhauls, fault diagnostics, and modifications of a diverse and operationally critical fleet of locomotives, ranging from heritage traction to modern industrial stock.

 

 

This is a permanent, depot-based role (no UK-wide travel) offering strong progression potential within a respected rail engineering environment.

 

 

The Fleet You’ll Oversee Includes:
Class 37 – Heavy overhauls, mainline-compatible
Class 20 – Modified for specialist operations
Class 08 – Shunting fleet, including remote-controlled units
Modern industrial locomotives – Used in freight, depot support, and infrastructure projects

 

 

Key Responsibilities
Supervise day-to-day engineering operations across both depots
Lead and develop a team of technicians, supporting training and performance
Oversee and coordinate all scheduled maintenance, exams, overhauls, fault finding, and component upgrades
Ensure all engineering works are delivered to safety, quality, and compliance standards
Allocate workloads, monitor progress, and support depot planning and workflow
Collaborate with fleet and planning teams to minimise downtime and improve reliability
Drive continuous improvement across engineering operations

 

 

What You’ll Need
Strong background in locomotive maintenance, preferably with Class 37, 08, 20, or industrial stock
Supervisory or team lead experience within a depot or rail engineering environment
Knowledge of diesel traction, mechanical systems, fault diagnostics, and exam schedules
Competency in health & safety compliance and depot operating standards
Strong communication and people-management skills
A flexible, hands-on leadership style

 

 

What’s On Offer
Up to £60,000 salary, depending on experience
Fixed weekday hours (Mon–Fri, 7 am–3 pm)
Depot-based role (Worksop & Chesterfield)
Involvement in one of the UK’s most diverse and historic freight fleets
Career development and promotion opportunities

 

 

Location Info
You will divide your time across two key engineering hubs:
Worksop – Nottinghamshire
Chesterfield (North Derbyshire)
Ideal for candidates living in Chesterfield, Worksop, Mansfield, Sheffield, Rotherham, Retford, or surrounding areas.

 

 

 

Apply Now
If you’re a hands-on rail supervisor ready to lead a high-performing depot team working on some of the UK’s most iconic locomotives, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please send your CV through the link

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