Here at Hitachi Rail, we are currently seeking a committed Refuelling Team Leader to join our permanent night shift operation at our Stoke Gifford Train Maintenance Centre in Bristol. This is a critical leadership role within our night‑time depot operations, responsible for overseeing and delivering the safe, efficient servicing of Hitachi rolling stock assets. You will lead the servicing team to ensure trains are prepared, compliant, and available for service in line with operational and contractual requirements. Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables:
Responsibilities
* Undertake servicing and replenishment of train arriving from service
* Replenishment of diesel
* Replenishment of Ad‑Blu
* Toilet system servicing
* Replenishment of fresh water for the toilet and galley systems
* Replenishment of driver’s windscreen wash
* Replenishment of sand hoppers fitted to the train
* Support the maintenance staff with corrective and preventative maintenance, complex fault finding and repair of Hitachi rolling stock assets
* Monitor the Maintenance Management System (SAP) to ensure all work is recorded correctly
* Capture and record all servicing undertaken and materials used in the required IT system
* Report any defects found, notifying the Servicing Team Leader and recording this in the required IT system
* Support the continued development of the SAP maintenance management system (MMS) and ensure all servicing requirements are captured and delivered
* Ensure all material usage is controlled and recorded, and any materials being returned to the stores for repair are correctly labelled and the process is followed
* Comply with lean principles and best practice as instructed at North Pole and other out‑stabled locations as necessary
* Support the maintenance staff and cleaners to ensure the contractual agreed number of trains are made available for service
* Health & safety – follow correct working practices at all times, use all relative PPE equipment, and keep road ways/pits clean after work
* Liaise with Hitachi and external personnel as required to complete the duties of the post
* Intermediate IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Qualifications
* Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics and drawings
* Train driving, Fire warden, and First Aider competencies; Mechanical & Electrical ONC, or a served apprenticeship in mechanical/electrical disciplines or equivalent proven railway experience
* Engineering NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
Behavioural
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
* Strong understanding of, and adherence to, internal and external rules and regulations
* Professional, safety‑focused approach aligned with Hitachi values
* Calm, diplomatic, and resilient under pressure, with the ability to support and develop others
* Clear, confident verbal and written communication skills
* Able to build effective relationships at all levels
* Committed, reliable, and positive with a continuous improvement mindset
Desirable
* Experience with powered plant and tools (e.g., bogie drop, cranes, air systems, 110v tools)
* Train driving assessment and licence
* Depot Protection competence
* Certifications in Working at Height, COSHH, Manual Handling, and AC/DC Depot Isolation
Competitive salary
* Competitive salary
* 25 days holiday
* Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%
* Private medical insurance
* Personal Accident insurance
* Group Income protection
* Group Life Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.
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