Fleet Performance Leader: Reliability & Planning
Govia Thameslink Railway
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Job summary
Govia Thameslink Railway is seeking a Fleet Planning & Performance Manager to lead our Fleet Control function, shaping maintenance planning, technical support and continuous improvement. You will drive performance, availability and safety across the rolling stock fleet, partnering with operations, Network Rail, ROSCOs and industry stakeholders.
You will lead a 35-strong fleet team, develop maintenance strategies to maximise fleet availability while controlling costs, and foster a culture of
Qualifications
- Significant experience in rolling stock maintenance, fleet engineering or rail operations.
- Proven leadership of large operational or engineering teams.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
- A track record of delivering performance improvements and cultural change.
- Technical understanding of rolling stock maintenance and railway operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of 35 fleet professionals.
- Drive fleet reliability, availability and performance improvements.
- Develop maintenance strategies that maximise fleet availability whilst controlling costs.
- Build strong partnerships across GTR and the wider rail industry.
- Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, continuous improvement and high performance.
- Ensure teams have the skills, tools and support needed to succeed.
Skills
Job description
Govia Thameslink Railway is seeking a Fleet Planning & Performance Manager to lead our Fleet Control function, shaping maintenance planning, technical support and continuous improvement. You will drive performance, availability and safety across the rolling stock fleet, partnering with operations, Network Rail, ROSCOs and industry stakeholders.
You will lead a 35-strong fleet team, develop maintenance strategies to maximise fleet availability while controlling costs, and foster a culture of
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