Locomotive & Rolling Stock Manager

The RH&DR is seeking a hands-on Locomotive & Rolling Stock Manager to lead the maintenance and development of its historic fleet. You will manage a small engineering team and take responsibility for the safe, reliable and compliant operation of all locomotives and rolling stock.

This role suits a practical, self-disciplined engineer who is comfortable working in the workshop, loco shed and office, and who can balance heritage authenticity with modern engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead and manage engineering staff maintaining locomotives and rolling stock

· Coordinate maintenance to ensure fleet availability for operations

· Ensure compliance with the Safety Management System and health & safety legislation

· Maintain workshops, records, procedures and RAMS

· Manage spares, stores and contractors

· Support training and development of staff and volunteers

· Provide engineering support across the railway

About You

Essential

· Engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience

· Strong workshop skills (turning, milling, fitting, fabrication)

· Leadership and organisational skills

· Good knowledge of COSHH, LOLER, PUWER and risk assessments

· Strong communication skills and IT competence

· Full UK driving licence and physically fit

Desirable

· Health & Safety qualification (IOSH / NEBOSH)

· Steam or diesel locomotive experience

· Project management experience

For full job description and person specification please email:stuart.ross@rhdr.org

For further information please email: paul.trotter@rhdr.org

To apply please send your CV with a covering letter to: stuart.ross@rhdr.org

Closing Date 13th February 2026.

Full Time

Working Hours

40

Working Days

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