Engineering Planning Manager

SE Trains Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway operator in Greater London is looking for a passionate leader for their Engineering Planning Team. This role requires extensive railway management experience and a commitment to safety and excellence. Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge and the ability to collaborate across teams. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering stellar service and improving railway operations.

Benefits

Great Place to Work awards

Commitment to community representation

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of railway management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Southeastern rolling stock and re-railing procedures.
• Understanding of railway standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Engineering Planning Team.
• Drive planning strategies that optimise fleet availability.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Statistical analysis

Communication

Customer focus

Education

ILM Level 5 qualified

IOSH certified

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

In this role, you will provide inspirational leadership to the Engineering Planning Team, ensuring the seamless delivery of rolling stock to meet both maintenance and passenger service requirements. You'll shape and drive planning strategies that optimise fleet availability, manage defects and restrictions in line with DOTEL compliance, and support the delivery of a reliable timetable through effective rolling stock allocation and long-term maintenance planning. You'll represent Engineering at cross-functional meetings and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve processes and outcomes. You'll champion compliance, including seasonal sanding regimes, and ensure all rolling stock returned to service meets engineering standards - supporting safe, efficient operations as we move towards the future of rail with Great British Railways.

Responsibilities

• You, dare to lead - ILM Level 5 qualified, with over 5 years of railway management experience.
• Safety is your foundation - IOSH certified, PTS holder, and a good understanding of the principles of Loss Control and Modern Safety Management.
• Technically sharp - NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering, with strong knowledge of Southeastern rolling stock and re-railing procedures.
• Operationally aware - You understand railway standards, procedures, and what it takes to keep services running smoothly.
• Data-driven and organised - Skilled in statistical analysis, planning, and using Microsoft Office to stay ahead.
• A natural communicator - You influence, collaborate, and build strong relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• Customer-focused - You bring business awareness and a commitment to delivering service excellence.
• We\'re one of Britain\'s busiest train operators, serving London, Kent and parts of East Sussex. We run over 1,700 trains a day, carrying more than 500,000 passengers and serving 180 stations.

About the company and Safeguarding

We\'re one of Britain\'s busiest train operators, serving London, Kent and parts of East Sussex. We run over 1,700 trains a day, carrying more than 500,000 passengers and serving 180 stations. However, working on our railway is more than getting passengers from A to B. It\'s about all the little moments that make a difference to their journey. It\'s also about making our railway a great place to work. With a team that represents the communities we serve. This is a journey we\'re fully committed to and we\'re proud to have been named a \'Great Place to Work\' at the 2023 National Rail Awards and endorsed as a WORK180 Employer for Women. Our Safeguarding Team works to keep our customers, colleagues, and the public safe by improving safeguarding measures and knowledge making sure everyone gets home safe, every day.