Rail Rolling Stock Production Lead

Rullion Managed Services; Derby; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance (Morning) 8%

Shift allowance (Afternoon) 16%

Overtime weekend rates

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services is seeking a Production Manager for rolling stock in Derby. The role focuses on safe, on-time delivery of trains, managing production operations, and leading teams to achieve safety, quality, and performance standards.

The role involves 37 hours per week with alternating weekly shifts, including morning, afternoon, and weekend overtime at enhanced rates. Experience in heavy manufacturing and rail is advantageous.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering is desirable.
• Experience managing large teams (10+ staff).
• Technical knowledge of Traction and Rolling Stock.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control production on a shift-by-shift basis.
• Identify staffing requirements to meet budgeted workloads.
• Ensure safety, quality, and statutory requirements are met.
• Maintain industrial relations and discipline within the team.
• Review plans with Production Controllers to meet daily targets.
• Prioritise workload according to traincare centre requirements.
• Update IT systems as required.
• Encourage staff development and training.

Skills

People management

Workload planning

SAP

MS Office

Rail IT systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ravers

Trust

Gemini

Job description

Rullion Managed Services is seeking a Production Manager for rolling stock in Derby. The role focuses on safe, on-time delivery of trains, managing production operations, and leading teams to achieve safety, quality, and performance standards.

The role involves 37 hours per week with alternating weekly shifts, including morning, afternoon, and weekend overtime at enhanced rates. Experience in heavy manufacturing and rail is advantageous.