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!
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Materials and Maintenance Planning Manager - TOTON in Nottingham employer: Groupe CAT
At our Killingholme Compound, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values every talent and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a strong focus on professional development and continuous improvement, we offer our employees the chance to grow within a structured organisation while working alongside skilled teams in a dynamic environment. Join us to experience meaningful career progression and contribute to high-quality automotive operations.
