Rolling Stock Doors Team Leader

Position: Rolling Stock Doors Team Leader
Employment Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
Salary: £36,000 to £46,000 depending on experience

Summary:

The Rolling Stock Doors Team Leader is responsible for leading and managing a team of door technicians (circa 15) to ensure all train door systems are maintained, repaired, overhauled and verified to the highest standards. This role ensures that every vehicle’s door systems are fully operational, compliant, and safe before being released back to the customer. 

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Management
Manage, lead, and develop a team of door technicians on site
Plan daily activities, allocate workload, and monitor performance 
Provide technical guidance, coaching, and support to technicians 
Ensure staffing levels meet operational and project requirements 
Carry out performance reviews and support training and competency developmentTechnical & Operational Oversight
Oversee all maintenance, fault-finding, overhaul, and repair of rolling stock door systems 
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with railway standards, OEM requirements, and company procedures 
Support complex fault diagnostics and provide escalation support when required 
Monitor productivity and ensure efficient use of labour and resources Inspection & Verification
Personally verify and sign off door systems prior to vehicle release 
Ensure all doors on every unit are fully functional, safe, and compliant 
Conduct quality inspections and audits of completed wor
Confirm all testing and documentation is completed accurately before HandoverCustomer & Stakeholder Interface
Act as the main point of contact for door-related activities on site 
Liaise with production, engineering, and customer representatives 
Provide updates on progress, issues, and risks affecting delivery 
Support audits and customer inspections Key Skills & Experience:
Strong experience with rolling stock door systems (e.g. sliding, plug external doors) 
Proven leadership or supervisory experience 
In-depth knowledge of rail maintenance standards and safety requirements 
Ability to perform inspections, testing, and technical verification 
Strong problem-solving and fault-finding ability Safety and Compliance:
Adhering to industry standards, company procedures, and safety regulations during all testing processes.
Ensuring proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and waste.
Following all safety procedures and guidelines to protect oneself and others from hazardous materials.
Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks, gloves, and coveralls.
Adhering to environmental regulations and proper disposal methods for paint and solvents.
You have a responsibility under the Health & Safety at Work etc Act 1974 to take reasonable care of yourself and other persons that may be affected by your acts or omissions at work, secure the health, safety and welfare of your staff at work and protect, so far as is reasonable practicable, all others against risks to their health or safety arising from your work activities and those of their staff and ensure that your duties are discharged adequately.  The responsibility to achieve the duty cannot be delegated. The tasks required to discharge them can be delegated; assistance and support can be obtained; but the responsibility remains with you.Personal Attributes:
Safety-focused and disciplined.
Proactive and solutions-driven.
Strong attention to detail and quality.
Able to motivate and develop team members.
Flexible and adaptable to meet production demands.
Deal effectively with difficult or problem individuals, maintaining discipline, fairness and team cohesionBenefits:
25 holiday days annually + Bank holidays
Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Cycle to work Scheme
Increased rate for overtime
Increased rate for shift work