Together, we move what matters ****

We are at the start of something powerful. Heavy Haul Rail was created with a simple but transformative belief: the UK deserves a smarter, cleaner, more resilient freight future. And we have the opportunity to build it.

Every role in this business carries purpose. Whether you work in operational delivery, driving trains, engineering, or business support, the work you do contributes directly to reducing emissions, easing road congestion, strengthening supply chains and powering British industry. This is meaningful work, with real impact.

Who we are ****

Previously operating as Freightliner’s Heavy Haul business, we are now an independent company following CMA CGM Group’s acquisition of Freightliner UK’s Intermodal Logistics business in January 2026.

Heavy Haul Rail is the UK’s next-generation rail freight partner built for a sector ready to evolve. We believe it’s time to move differently. Congested roads, rising emissions, fragile supply chains. These aren’t just logistical challenges; they’re environmental and economic wake-up calls. We’re here to lead the modal shift, helping businesses transition from road to rail with confidence, clarity, and measurable impact.

We move 17 million tonnes of freight a year for customers in the industrial, energy and construction markets. The company operates 95 locomotives and over 1000 wagons. Heavy Haul Rail’s team of 950 supports customer deliveries to over 100 locations across the UK, running 250 trains per week.

Heavy Haul Rail also supports the renewal and maintenance of the rail infrastructure and supports passenger train operators and rolling stock companies, including the provision of drivers and route conducting services.

But none of this happens without us, its people.

Together, we move what matters

We are at the start of something powerful. Heavy Haul Rail was created with a simple but transformative belief: the UK deserves a smarter, cleaner, more resilient freight future. And we have the opportunity to build it.

Every role in this business carries purpose. Whether you work in operational delivery, driving trains, engineering, or business support, the work you do contributes directly to reducing emissions, easing road congestion, strengthening supply chains and powering British industry. This is meaningful work, with real impact.

Who we are

Previously operating as Freightliner’s Heavy Haul business, we are now an independent company following CMA CGM Group’s acquisition of Freightliner UK’s Intermodal Logistics business in January 2026.

Heavy Haul Rail is the UK’s next-generation rail freight partner built for a sector ready to evolve. We believe it’s time to move differently. Congested roads, rising emissions, fragile supply chains. These aren’t just logistical challenges; they’re environmental and economic wake-up calls. We’re here to lead the modal shift, helping businesses transition from road to rail with confidence, clarity, and measurable impact.

We move 17 million tonnes of freight a year for customers in the industrial, energy and construction markets. The company operates 95 locomotives and over 1000 wagons. Heavy Haul Rail’s team of 950 supports customer deliveries to over 100 locations across the UK, running 250 trains per week.

Heavy Haul Rail also supports the renewal and maintenance of the rail infrastructure and supports passenger train operators and rolling stock companies, including the provision of drivers and route conducting services.

But none of this happens without us, its people. We are recruiting a qualified Train Driver to join our team at our Suffolk depot.

What You’ll Do

Purpose of the Role:

The IT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for the design, implementation, management, and ongoing optimisation of the organisation’s IT infrastructure. Covering networks, servers, cloud platforms and telecommunications, ensuring high availability, high performance, and security of IT systems while aligning infrastructure strategy with business objectives.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Manage and support of the existing IT infrastructure services
• Monitor existing environment for pre-emptive support & troubleshooting
• Ensure high availability, resilience, and performance of IT infrastructure services
• Collaborate with IT and business teams
• Deliver infrastructure-related projects on time and within budget
• Work with the business as technical lead on projects and business change
• Liaising with and co-ordinate internal teams and & third parties, to see resolution of issues
• Identification, investigation, and introduction of new technologies to improve service and security.
• Create & maintain Infrastructure documentation
• Where applicable implementing and maintaining the company’s policies and procedures
• Ensuring the legal compliance of IT responsible regulations
• Maintain and progress infrastructure Roadmap to improve performance
• Any other duties commensurate with skills, scope, and time available.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with network technologies including Wifi, SD-WAN, LAN & WAN
• Experience with Cloud platforms (Azure, Office 3635 Etc)
• Experience with the Microsoft Stack of Products
• Experience with Security system management and implementation
• Experience with interoperability of systems
• A proven record of delivering reliable functioning systems, meeting business requirements
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff across the business, as well as key customers and suppliers.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure, prioritising workload and managing conflicting demands.
• Articulation of technical information to non-technical staff.
• Ability to understand the wider IT arena as well as individual specialisation.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Technical Authoring.
• Travel will be required.

Behavioural Competencies:

Attacks goals and objectives with drive, energy and enthusiasm; Proactive approach to work and uses own initiative to implement improvements; Embraces new challenges, is hands on operationally and gets things done; Sets high standards of work for self, and consistently achieves these; High level of integrity and openness, combined with commitment to good governance; Energetic, highly motivated, with an enquiring mind and passion for operational excellence and innovation, in pursuit of business growth and success; Good team player, work well with the IT Department and Business Listens attentively to others’ perspectives and provides constructive feedback and coaching;

This post is subject to standard pre-employment checks including employment references, medical & D&A screening, and successful DBS background checks.

Why Join Us?

Here, you’re not one small part of a big machine. You’re a key contributor with national significance and real-world impact. We want our colleagues to feel proud of the work they do, connected to our mission and empowered to shape the future of this business. As part of Heavy Haul Rail, you can expect:

• Purpose that matters. Your work contributes to a cleaner, more efficient freight industry.
• Opportunity to shape what’s next. We’re new, agile and ready to do things differently, your ideas help build our future.
• A team that moves forward together. Collaboration, respect and shared ambition define how we work.
• A commitment to excellence. We deliver with pride, precision and professionalism.
• Room to grow. Your development fuels our momentum.

Our perks and benefits

Our people are our most important asset. We strive to empower our employees, ensuring they are trained and competent, fit for work, always informed, and completely engaged in our culture that places safety and wellbeing firmly at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles. In return we can offer considerable career progression, and a rewarding career in an award-winning team alongside:

• Competitive pay
• Fantastic final-salary pension scheme after an initial qualifying period
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development.
• Access to the company's life assurance scheme
• A range of benefits to make your own so you can get the most of your work and home life which will also help save you money and hassle. From reimbursement on health treatments, to savings on new cars.

Apply now

We know where we’re heading. We know why it matters. Now, it’s time to move, to make it real, together.

If you meet the criteria outlined above, apply now using this link.

For queries contact careers@heavyhaulrail.co.uk

Shaping tomorrow. Starting today

The future we want to build won’t happen on its own, we have to move it forward, together. Heavy Haul Rail has the purpose, the ambition and the opportunity to reshape how Britain moves. Whatever our roles, we are collaborators, creators and custodians of a better future. This journey starts with what we choose to do today, tomorrow and every day after that.

Our values are:

• Make Every Mile Matter: We act with intention and responsibility, knowing our work shapes a cleaner, stronger future for the UK.
• Build Boldly: We use our entrepreneurial spirit to challenge legacy thinking and design better ways forward, for our customers, our industry and each other.
• We move as one: We collaborate with trust, respect and shared momentum, because progress is a team sport.
• Deliver with certainty: We stand behind our work. We’re reliable, precise and accountable in everything we do.
• Fuelling The Future: We invest in our people and our potential, championing learning, curiosity and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us? ****

Here, you’re not one small part of a big machine. You’re a key contributor with national significance and real-world impact. We want our colleagues to feel proud of the work they do, connected to our mission and empowered to shape the future of this business. As part of Heavy Haul Rail, you can expect:

• Purpose that matters. Your work contributes to a cleaner, more efficient freight industry.

• Opportunity to shape what’s next. We’re new, agile and ready to do things differently, your ideas help build our future.

• A team that moves forward together. Collaboration, respect and shared ambition define how we work.

• A commitment to excellence. We deliver with pride, precision and professionalism.

• Room to grow. Your development fuels our momentum.

Our perks and benefits ****

Our people are our most important asset. We strive to empower our employees, ensuring they are trained and competent, fit for work, always informed, and completely engaged in our culture that places safety and wellbeing firmly at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles. In return we can offer considerable career progression, and a rewarding career in an award-winning team alongside:

• Competitive pay

• Fantastic final-salary pension scheme after an initial qualifying period

• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

• Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

• Access to the company's life assurance scheme

• A range of benefits to make your own so you can get the most of your work and home life which will also help save you money and hassle. From reimbursement on health treatments, to savings on new cars.

Apply now ****

We know where we’re heading. We know why it matters. Now, it’s time to move, to make it real, together.

For queries contact careers@heavyhaulrail.co.uk

Shaping tomorrow. Starting today ****

The future we want to build won’t happen on its own, we have to move it forward, together. Heavy Haul Rail has the purpose, the ambition and the opportunity to reshape how Britain moves. Whatever our roles, we are collaborators, creators and custodians of a better future. This journey starts with what we choose to do today, tomorrow and every day after that.

Our values are:

• Make Every Mile Matter: We act with intention and responsibility, knowing our work shapes a cleaner, stronger future for the UK.

• Build Boldly: We use our entrepreneurial spirit to challenge legacy thinking and design better ways forward, for our customers, our industry and each other.

• We move as one: We collaborate with trust, respect and shared momentum, because progress is a team sport.

• Deliver with certainty: We stand behind our work. We’re reliable, precise and accountable in everything we do.

• Fuelling The Future: We invest in our people and our potential, championing learning, curiosity and continuous improvement. with confidence, clarity, and measurable impact.