Senior Rail Production & Fleet Reliability Lead

CAF Group; Machynlleth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health care plan

Bike2Work

Job summary

CAF Rail UK in Machynlleth is seeking a Senior Production Manager to oversee production processes across multiple sites and support the Engineering team. The role includes coordinating planned and unplanned activities to maximise fleet availability and ensuring adherence to 5S and quality standards.

Travel to project locations and collaboration with CAF projects are expected. The role emphasizes safety, RAMS, and continuous improvement within a rail operations context.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 of relevant engineering qualification.
• IOSH Certification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in operations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production planning and people management role.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in an engineering or rail environment.
• Good understanding of onboard vehicle systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Support RAMS development and site safety statements.
• Actively participate HS inspections and audits.
• Lead safety policies and model behaviours across the site.
• Undertake competency assessments as required.
• Ensure the Production Managers maintain 5S standards across areas.
• Oversee fleet modifications and campaigns as per plan.
• Coordinate with planners to schedule maintenance activities.
• Work with Materials Manager to organise third‑party site attendance.

Skills

Engineering qualification

IOSH Certification

Operations experience

Production planning

People management

Rail environment

Vehicle systems knowledge

Education

Level 3 engineering qualification

Job description

CAF Rail UK in Machynlleth is seeking a Senior Production Manager to oversee production processes across multiple sites and support the Engineering team. The role includes coordinating planned and unplanned activities to maximise fleet availability and ensuring adherence to 5S and quality standards.

Travel to project locations and collaboration with CAF projects are expected. The role emphasizes safety, RAMS, and continuous improvement within a rail operations context.