Operation Team Member

Hitachi, Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail technology company in London is seeking an enthusiastic Operation Team Member to ensure the safe control of traction and rolling stock movements. The ideal candidate should have experience in a rail environment, possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work under pressure. Responsibilities include undertaking shunting duties, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety regulations. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• Experience working within a rail environment.
• PTS qualified or able.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic numeracy and literacy.
• Sound knowledge of and compliance with the rulebook and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Undertake shunting duties safely and in a controlled manner.
• Ensure all duties align with the Rule Book and operating instructions.
• Maintain equipment for movement operations to a high standard.
• Attend callouts and work within safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to remain flexible

Ability to withstand pressure

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Fleet Management Tools

Job description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Operation Team Member who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The position is based in London at Bounds Green Train Maintenance Centre. The role is part of the Movements Team and involves the safe control of movements of traction and rolling stock as a designated person on and off‑site, as well as the control of movements around the depot in line with operating procedures. Other key functions of the role require forming, re‑coupling and uncoupling vehicles/set‑units, operating ground‑frame panels, passing competent outstations, and passing as a driver competent shunter.

Responsibilities

• Undertake shunting duties as instructed by the Operations Team Leader in conjunction with operating procedures, ensuring these duties are carried out safely and in a controlled manner.
• Ensure all shunting duties are carried out in line with the Rule Book, Appendix, and other instructions.
• Arrive and depart T&RS safely using approved techniques as set out within the Rule Book, Appendix, and other instructions.
• Maintain the standard and condition of all equipment required for movement operations to a high standard, reporting any faults or defects.
• Attend station and main‑line callouts where required, working within regulations and procedures as defined in the Personal Rule Book and Depot Safe Systems of Work.
• Through adherence to Depot Operating Procedures, ensure the quality of operational movements undertaken is delivered safely and timely, enabling the TMC to meet contractual requirements agreed with the customer.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working within a rail environment.
• PTS qualified or able.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic numeracy and literacy.
• Sound knowledge of and compliance with the rulebook and operational procedures.
• Ability to represent Hitachi in a professional manner at all times.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build working relationships.
• Ability to remain flexible and withstand pressure.

Desired Skills (Not Essential)

• Basic IT skills – typically Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Experience with Fleet Management Tools – P2, SOROS, Open Train Times.
• Experience working with traction and rolling stock.

About Hitachi Rail

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 multicultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there is something for everyone to get involved with.

At Hitachi Rail, we welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and accident insurance, flexible spending accounts, a retirement savings plan, and paid vacation. We also offer a number of work‑life programmes such as flextime and various training and development opportunities.