Rail Engineering Supervisor
Depot-Based (Locomotive Maintenance)
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: GBP60,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Holidays: 36 days of annual leave
Pension plan
Overview
Lead a skilled Rail Engineering Team across two depots. We are seeking an experienced Rail Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of skilled technicians across our two key depot sites: Worksop and Chesterfield. In this role you will oversee 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 with potential for progression 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
The following responsibilities apply across both depots:
* 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
What follows are the typical qualifications and experience for this role:
* 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
What we offer includes:
* Up to GBP60,000 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 or contact Sam at CV Bay’s East Midlands office.
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