Engineering Manager

Leeds - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 08-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

BUSINESS FUNCTION:Engineering

SALARY:62700

ROLE TYPE:On site - Neville Hill

HOURS:37 per week

Engineering at Northern is full of people who live and breathe rail. Experts in traction safety and strategy who help keep our fleets running smoothly day after day. As our new Engineering Manager (TCC) youll sit at the heart of it all leading a talented technical team across our Train Control Centres (TCCs) to help make our fleet even safer more reliable and ready for whatever the North throws at it.

You will be working out of our Neville Hill Train Care Centre supporting fleet performance and technical investigations and shaping plans that keep our customers moving. This is a role with reach and impact: not just helping trains run on time but setting the standard for how we respond to incidents plan investment and champion continuous improvement.

What youll be doing

Leading the regional TCC technical team to improve fleet reliability safety and compliance
Shaping and supporting engineering strategy in collaboration with senior leaders and depot teams
Acting as the technical lead for safety incidents and fleet investigations
Building and guiding a high-performing team with a focus on talent succession and skills development
Contributing to on-call technical support across the fleet
Working with suppliers manufacturers and industry partners to embed best practice and deliver results
Advising on business cases reliability projects and key metrics helping Northern hit our performance targets
Taking a lead role in analysing technical data to identify safety trends and risks

About you
Youll be someone who thrives on engineering challenge and team leadership with the insight and experience to spot issues before they become problems. Fleet strategy technical investigations and safety are all part of your skillset but its your ability to bring people with you that makes the biggest impact.

HNC or HND-level engineering qualifications are essential. If youve got a NEBOSH certificate or youre working towards one even better. You might also be a chartered engineer or on the journey to becoming one. Experience in rolling stock depot operations and audits will help you hit the ground running.

Whats in it for you

At Northern we dont just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Heres a taste of what you can look forward to:

Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you your partner and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing Northern Perks has you covered.
Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family lifestyle and more.
Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business youre in.
Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. Thats why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern
Were more than just a train operator. Were the heartbeat of the North connecting communities creating opportunities and driving sustainable growth. With 2500 trains running daily were on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825 the first passenger train set off in the North of England after which rail quickly spread across the globe and this year were celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern we dont just move people from A to B were building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if thats something you need. Were also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role well always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment.

No matter your background experience or whether you call it a bap barm or cob theres a place for you here in the railway.

Required Experience:

Manager

BUSINESS FUNCTION:EngineeringSALARY:62700ROLE TYPE:On site - Neville HillHOURS:37 per weekEngineering at Northern is full of people who live and breathe rail. Experts in traction safety and strategy who help keep our fleets running smoothly day after day. As our new Engineering Manager (TCC) youll s...