Materials and Maintenance Planning Manager - TOTON

Groupe CAT; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe CAT in the United Kingdom seeks a Materials and Maintenance Planning Manager to help ensure the rail wagon fleet is maintained safely and in line with plans, UK legislation and industry standards.

You will supervise in-house and external workshops, manage CMMS records, and develop reports to support workload planning and performance improvements across the Technical Services department.

Qualifications

• GCSEs incl. maths and English are required.
• A-level (or equivalent) education is required.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Mechanical engineering background or interest is preferred.
• Strong IT skills and proficiency with common Office software.
• Some supervisory experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance planning with the Technical Services Manager.
• Oversee maintenance by in-house technicians and third-party workshops.
• Record all work accurately in the CMMS (2020M).
• Maintain stock records for wheelsets and ensure data accuracy.
• Produce weekly planning reports and KPI updates.
• Support fleet improvement and digitalisation projects.

Skills

Project management

IT skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical engineering interest

Education

GCSEs incl maths & English

A-level or equivalent

Job description

GIVE YOUR CAREER A BOOST!

Here, every talent counts. Joining our teams means becoming part of a dynamic, innovative and rapidly evolving environment, where everyone has the opportunity to grow, express themselves and make a difference. Whether you’re just starting out or an experienced professional, we offer a collaborative environment, varied roles and real opportunities for career progression. Good news: our Technical Services Department is recruiting for a Materials and Maintenance Planning Manager

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY ROLE

At the heart of our business, you will be working with the Technical Services Manager to ensure the rail wagon fleet is maintained safely and in compliance with maintenance plans, UK legislation, and industry standards. The role oversees maintenance carried out by in-house technicians and third-party workshops, ensuring all work is accurately recorded in the CMMS (2020M) to maintain compliance, traceability, and fleet reliability.

Materials

• Manage UK wheelset stock and maintain accurate records of condition, size, location, and remaining life.
• Produce weekly wheelset stock reports for the Technical Services Manager.
• Visit repair sites as required to verify stock records and carry out audits.
• Analyse maintenance data to forecast wheelset, parts, and workshop requirements.
• Develop and maintain maintenance planning reports to support future workload planning.
• Attend weekly maintenance planning meetings and support delivery of agreed priorities.
• Monitor the Wagons Out of Service report and provide regular status updates.
• Chase progress on repairs and resolve issues delaying wagons from returning to service.
• Share weekly maintenance plans and progress updates with the Technical Department.

Maintenance

• Review maintenance reports and provide updates on wagons needing repairs.
• Check maintenance data and resolve any errors or missing updates.
• Keep maintenance records up to date in the CMMS (2020M).
• Update repaired wagons on the TOPS system.
• Prepare weekly staff planning reports.
• Support administration tasks, including payroll and purchase orders.
• Assist with wagon refurbishment and maintenance projects.
• Help prepare KPI reports, environmental returns, and audit documentation.
• Support fleet improvement and digitalisation projects.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and cover for the Rail Technical Manager when required.

YOUR PROFILE

Experience & Skills

• Min 4 good GSCEs passes, including maths and English
• Education to A level or equivalent.
• Project management skills
• Mechanical engineering background or interest
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office software
• Some experience at a supervisory level is essential.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ambition and confidence to grow with the company
• Willingness to travel within the UK as required by the role
• Full clean driving license
• Organised analytical self-starter
• Confident and proficient with IT software.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to develop within a structured and stable organisation, offering robust processes whilst encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
• Work in a friendly and collaborative environment, where mutual support is at the heart of professional relationships.
• Benefit from opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement within a large, well-established group.

READY TO TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE?

Join us and let’s hit the road together!