Hitachi
Lead Technician
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Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
Job ID: R0127444
Date Posted: 2026-06-02
Company Name: Hitachi Rail UK Limited
Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No
About Us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.
Job Description
Hitachi Rail have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Technician to join our Neville Hill Outstations team in Leeds.
Salary: £49,590 + 15% Shift allowance
Contract Type: Permanent
Accountabilities
As a Lead Technician, you will take ownership of servicing, complex fault diagnosis, and repair of Hitachi Rail rolling stock assets, ensuring the highest standards of reliability and performance.
You will be joining a small, high-performing, and supportive team consisting of a team of Lead Technicians and a Team Leader, where collaboration and accountability are key. Due to the nature of the role, there will occasionally be elements of lone working.
Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables:
- Adhere to health, safety, environmental & quality practices in the workplace
- Maintain the condition of the work site, materials, and equipment
- Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities
- Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques
- Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications
- Prepare for and undertake the removal and replacement of traction and rolling stock components
- Modify or manufacture traction and rolling stock components by material removal using hand tools
- Assemble traction and rolling stock components using engineering processes and techniques
- Install new traction and rolling stock components using engineering processes and techniques
- Identify, assess, and rectify defects and discrepancies on Hitachi rolling stock assets
- Identify repeat defects on Hitachi Rail UK rolling stock assets and suggest / carry out repairs
- Create technical scopes of work for fault rectification by other members of staff
- Support reliability technicians with regards to reliability improvements to rolling stock assets
- Attend and provide technical support with failures in service when on duty
- Provide operational support to users of Hitachi Rail UK rolling stock assets
- Keep SAP record system up to date with clear and concise information of work carried out
- Develop professionally and support good working relationships
- Learn new skills in accordance with Hitachi Rail UK new business demands as required
- Liaison with Hitachi Rail UK and external stakeholders as required to complete the duties of the post
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About You
Required Skills/ Knowledge
- Manual Handling certification
- Experience of working with high voltage electrics
- Valid UK Driving Licence
- Strong knowledge of relevant rail and health & safety regulations
- IT proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Rolling stock maintenance and fault-finding experience
- Crimping competence and assessment qualification
Education/Qualifications
- HNC in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or a completed apprenticeship
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline
Behavioural
- Able to represent Hitachi Rail UK in a professional manner at all times
- Team-orientated individual
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Sound knowledge of, and compliance to, rules and regulations (Rail, HR)
Desired Skills (not essential)
- Experience within the rail sector
- Designated Person qualification (or equivalent)
- Network Rail Sentinel PTS certification
What We Offer
We value the importance of all of our employees, if you would like to join our fantastic organisation you could be entitled to:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday
- Potential opportunity for annual performance-related bonus
- Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%
- Private medical insurance
- Personal Accident insurance
- Group Income protection
- Group Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
Additional Benefits of the Role:
- Structured shift pattern: Days & Nights
- Work-life balance with regular time off and only 2 weekends in 4 worked
- Opportunity to work on new, modern rolling stock fleets
- Be part of a small, skilled, and supportive team
- Exposure to cutting-edge rail technology and innovation
- Opportunities for continuous learning and career development
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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas, and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative, and creative environments where your ideas are welcome, and new discoveries are waiting.
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