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Exam Lead – Days / Lates / Nights
Brighton Engineering Depot
Ready to step up and lead in a high-performing rail engineering team?
Brighton Engineering Depot has an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to join us as an Exam Lead—a key role where you’ll combine hands-on maintenance with team leadership to keep our fleet safe, reliable and ready for service.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading and coordinating teams delivering routine exams, maintenance and fault finding
- Acting as the link between the shop floor and Production Office
- Carrying out hands-on mechanical and electrical work to required standards
- Coaching and mentoring colleagues to drive performance and development
- Ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently and compliantly
- Reviewing upcoming work and supporting effective planning and delivery
- Driving continuous improvement across quality, safety and efficiency
- Supporting wider depot activities where trained (e.g. DP, forklift)
What We’re Looking For
- SE1 competency (minimum)
- At least 2.5 years’ experience in a rolling stock or similar engineering environment
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical principles
- Proven ability to lead, motivate and support teams
- A proactive, safety-first approach with strong problem-solving skills
- Coaching/mentoring experience (or working towards qualification)
- Positive attitude with the ability to build strong working relationships
Why Join Us?
- Step into a leadership role within a busy engineering depot
- Combine technical expertise with people management
- Be part of a culture focused on safety, teamwork and continuous improvement
- Real opportunities for career development and progression
If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career and lead from the front—we want to hear from you.
Apply now and help keep our fleet moving safely and reliably.
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