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 is something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.
Job Description
Here at HitachiRail, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self‑motivated Wheel Lathe Technician to join our team at the North Pole Train Maintenance Centre in London.
Salary: £43,375, 15% Shift allowance, £6000 Location allowance, Permanent contract
Accountabilities
In this exciting role you will operate and maintain the wheel lathe and carry out associated activities that support the operations of the wheel lathe. This is a permanent role working on a rotating shift basis.
Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables:
- Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment.
- Support health and safety practices in the workplace.
- Prepare for and undertake planned maintenance on the wheel lathe & ancillary equipment.
- Carry out wheel turning for Hitachi and third‑party rolling stock.
- Post‑operation checks and adjustments.
- Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications.
- Provide operational support to fleet staff if lathe duties permit.
- Develop professionally and support good working relationships.
- Learn new skills in accordance with Hitachi’s new business demands as required.
- Liaise with Hitachi and external personnel as required to complete the duties of the post.
About you
Required Skills / Knowledge
- Experience in Milling, Turning, CNC, or similar experience.
- Sound knowledge of, and adherence to, rules and regulations.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
Education / Qualifications
- M & E ONC or served apprenticeship with mechanical, electrical disciplines.
- Engineering based NVQ level 3 or 2.
Behavioral
- Calm and diplomatic under pressure.
- Loyal, committed, confident and determined.
- Strong team player.
- Able to represent Hitachi Rail professionally at all times.
Desired Skills (not essential)
- Intermediate IT skills (e.g. Word, Excel).
- Milling/Turning/CNC or similar experience.
- Network Rail Sentinel PTS.
- Depot driving and shunting.
- Wheel Lathe operations and maintenance experience.
What we offer
- 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.
We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.
EEO Statement
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.
Contact Details:
Hitachi Vantara Corporation Recruitment Team
