Job Description

As an Engineering Team Leader at Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, you are part of a team responsible for the smooth running and operation of the train. In this role, you will organise and roster team members to ensure workload coverage, lead maintenance and servicing activities, coordinate with suppliers and deputise for the Chief Engineer. If you’re looking to develop your skills and be part of a legacy of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Organising team members to ensure the planned workload is covered and work is carried out to the required standard.

• Leading the team carrying out Travelling Technician and Depot Technician duties, ensuring the safe rectification of any defects arising.

• Leading the team carrying out the servicing and running maintenance of the train, coordinating approved suppliers as appropriate.

• Leading the team carrying out overhauls, refurbishment and other projects on the train.

• Maintaining records of work done and any non-conformances arising.

Requirements

What You Bring:

• Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.

• Proven leadership ability and experience in handling and coordinating different teams.

• At least 5 years’ experience maintaining and/or overhauling railway vehicles, ideally Mk3 vehicles and/or BT10 bogies.

• Literate and numerate, able to plan work and communicate effectively with in-house artisans, contractors, on-train staff and those of Network Rail, train operators and other companies.

• Ideally to have served a formal apprenticeship trained through a recognised electrical and mechanical scheme.

• Ideally a qualified assessor to TAQA/A1/D32/33 standards.

Benefits

What We Offer:

At the Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

• Health & Dental insurance plans

• Discover Belmond Programme which includes complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations.

• Group Income Protection - Group Life Insurance - Employer contribution pension

• Team social events

• Wellness programme throughout the year

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.

This is your moment. Apply today!

About Us

Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, pays homage to the British tradition of touring, the train celebrates all that is intriguing, quirky and quintessential about the UK. Three- and six-night journeys take in the illustrious landscapes and vibrant cities of Cornwall, the Lake District and Wales. On board, guests enjoy menus designed by superstar chef Simon Rogan, a Bar, Observation Car and Wellness Suite.

With our vast offerings, the opportunities to craft a unique career here are endless. Join us and achieve the truly exceptional.

The Belmond & LVMH Family

The Britannic Explorer is proud to be part of LVMH and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.