Lead Mobile Engineering Manager - 1729
Greater Anglia · Romford, United Kingdom ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Lead
- Category
- Management
- Experience
- 2+ years
Please note that we are unable to accept your application if you do not meet the following criteria.
- Full, valid UK driving licence and able to meet Company requirements for driving company vehicles.
- You will be working an average of 37 hours per week. This role is shift-based and includes early starts, late finishes, weekends, and bank holiday working.
- You must be able to arrange your own transport to ensure timely arrival for early and late shifts.
- Location: this role covers Liverpool Street, Ipswich, Colchester, Norwich and Southend, with regular travel across the Greater Anglia network.
- Employment is subject to satisfactory Right to Work checks, a DBS check, and a safety‑critical medical assessment.
- Applicants must be over 18 years of age.
Kickstart Your Career with Greater Anglia!
Are you looking to launch your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? Greater Anglia, a key player in the railway network from London Liverpool Street to the East of England, is offering an exciting opportunity to join our team. With our new, modern, and environmentally friendly trains, now is the perfect time to join us as we elevate the customer travel experience.
The Role
We are seeking four highly capable, safety-focused and people-oriented Lead Mobile Engineering Manager’s (LMEM) to provide frontline engineering support while leading our Mobile Engineering Manager (MEM) and LORT teams across the Greater Anglia network.
Reporting to the Engineering Deployment Manager (EDM), you will play a key role in delivering a safe, consistent and high-performing 24/7 engineering response. Alongside undertaking the operational duties of a Mobile Engineering Manager, you will support the day-to-day leadership of the team, ensuring effective resource management, colleague development, operational resilience and engineering assurance. You will also act as a key point of contact for operational, technical and people-related matters, working closely with Fleet Control and other stakeholders to support service delivery and fleet performance.
- Undertake the full operational duties of a MEM, providing 24/7 frontline engineering response and acting within your competence and company authorisation.
- Provide shift leadership, guidance and first-line management to MEMs and LORTs
- Allocate work, prioritise deployments and manage operational coverage in conjunction with Fleet Control.
- Lead on-site engineering response, fault diagnosis, safety assessment and recovery activities
- Apply approved mitigations and authorise defined degraded operation in accordance with DOTE and controlled instructions.
- Manage annual leave, sickness, short-notice absence, roster coverage and associated team records.
- Conduct regular 1-to-1s, supporting colleague welfare, performance, development and competence.
- Provide first-line assurance of DST entries, work orders, incident reports and engineering evidence.
- Ensure vehicles, tools, equipment, consumables and stores remain available, compliant and fit for purpose.
- Coach, mentor and support MEMs and LORTs, promoting consistent standards and continuous development.
- Act as the first point of escalation for operational, technical, performance and team-related matters.
- Maintain strong relationships with Fleet Control, TSD, Network Rail, technical teams, OEMs and external partners.
- Provide regular operational, performance and people-management updates to the Engineering Deployment Manager.
- Support continuous improvement, incident investigations, fleet reliability and performance initiatives.
- Deputise for the Engineering Deployment Manager as required.
We’re Looking for Candidates Who Have:
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
- Full, valid UK driving licence and able to meet Company requirements for driving company vehicles.
- ONC/HNC (or equivalent) in engineering, STEM or related field desirable.
- Proven experience in rolling stock engineering, incident response or safety-critical railway operations
- Supervisory or team leadership experience, including supporting colleague welfare, performance, development and competence.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word (Power BI desirable).
- Safety aware, with a strong understanding of railway safety management systems, risk assessment and competence management.
- Experience leading on-site engineering response, fault diagnosis, safety assessment and recovery activities.
- Ability to allocate work, prioritise deployments and manage operational coverage in conjunction with Fleet Control.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What’s in it for you?
- Travel Discounts: Enjoy free travel on Greater Anglia and 75% off with other train operators, plus discounts for eligible family members too!
- International Adventures: After 12 months, unlock discounted international travel for you and your family.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access the GA Hapi App for deals on shopping, dining, and fun days out.
- Vouchers for Loved Ones: Get 12 annual discount vouchers for family and friends to enjoy.
- Wellbeing Support: 24/7 employee assistance, eyecare vouchers, flu jabs, and physiotherapy services.
- Pension Perks: Start with a Defined Contribution pension, with the option to upgrade to a Final Salary pension after 2 years.
- Family-Friendly Policies: We’ve got you covered with maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and shared parental leave after 26 weeks.
- Save While You Spend: Cycle to work and tech purchase schemes once you pass probation.
- Car Scheme: Eligible colleagues can access our Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, offering a hassle-free way to drive a new or pre-loved electric vehicle.
The closing date for all completed applications is on Friday 23rd October 2026
*Please note vacancies can close earlier due to high influx of candidate applications*
At Greater Anglia we are proud of the work that we do. We’re investing to help shape the future of rail in the UK and being a part of our team gives you every opportunity to contribute to the journey we are on.
Join Us and Experience:
- Inclusivity & Respect: Be yourself and thrive in a supportive environment where every idea and person is valued. Help us be Greater Together.
- Community & Teamwork: Work together to deliver the best for our customers while enjoying a friendly, can-do atmosphere.
- Pride & Progress: Contribute to meaningful change and a sustainable future, with continuous improvement is the norm.
Ready to Bring Your G A Game?