Rolling Stock Inspector - 3 SHIFT - Engineering - Hornsey
? Rolling Stock Inspector
Location: Hornsey Train Service Centre
The Opportunity
Are you a technically minded rail professional who thrives on problem-solving, leadership, and keeping the railway moving? Were looking for a Rolling Stock Inspector to play a critical role in maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of our fleet at Hornsey Train Service Centre.
In this hands-on and highly visible role, youll lead technical investigations into complex rolling stock defects, attend operational incidents, and represent GTR during service recovery activities. Youll combine technical expertise with strong leadership to ensure work is delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
What Youll Be Doing?
As a Rolling Stock Inspector, you will:
* Lead and manage teams to consistently meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and customer requirements
* Deliver maintenance and repair activities on time, within agreed budgets and performance targets
* Attend train failures and operational incidents, carrying out fault-finding, root cause analysis, and service recovery
* Conduct detailed technical investigations and produce clear, accurate written reports
* Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety, engineering, maintenance, and quality standards
* Drive improvements in fleet reliability, increasing MTIN and reducing errors
* Support fleet performance targets, including availability and reliability
* Investigate workplace accidents and incidents in line with legislative and company requirements
* Assist the Depot Manager with staff control, development, and recruitment
* Deputise for Engineering Team Leaders and the Production Manager when required
* Champion a positive safety culture where wellbeing, engagement, and professionalism come first
How Youll Make an Impact?
Youll achieve success in this role by:
* Effectively planning resources to meet shift production output and SLA targets
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised depot environment, controlling risks and hazards
* Providing expert technical guidance and making sound decisions aligned with standards and legislation
* Identifying and leading continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and operations
* Coaching, mentoring, and developing a motivated, customer-focused, and high-performing team
* Ensuring maintenance management systems are accurate and robust, maximising rolling stock availability
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key leadership and technical role within a busy, safety-critical rail environment. Youll have real influence over fleet performance, operational resilience, and team development—making a tangible difference every day.
If youre ready to step into a role that combines technical excellence, leadership, and responsibility, wed love to hear from you.