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Planning & Rostering Manager

3 months ago

Rugby, United Kingdom Colas Full time

Make your mark with Colas Rail UK 

At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent - and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different. 

 

This is true because...

  • We value everyone as part of the same team.
  • We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down. 
  • We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want. 
  • We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion. 
  • We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different. 
  • We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations. 

 

About Us 

Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure. 

At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail. 

 

Leading by our values

Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions. 

We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support. 

We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent. 

We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour. 

Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role. 

 

Purpose of the Role

 

  • To manage a team of Freight Resource Planners, ensuring necessary resources are allocated efficiently and rosters are issued in the required time scale to deliver all Colas Rail Freight services safely, on time and on budget.
  • Resources will be allocated in line with our Colas Rail T&C’s, rostering guidelines & customer orders.
  • To act as a point of contact for the Freight Management Team for all resourcing related matters.
  • To own the rostering process from creation to delivery, working closely with freight delivery managers, and under the direction of Freight Performance and Policy manager
  • To continually develop systems and processes.
     
Person Specification

 

  • Extensive knowledge and experience of rostering and planning ideally in a rail freight environment.
  • Experience in leading and developing a team
  • Background in dealing with an operational work force, and staff that work on a variable shift pattern.
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiating and communication skills.
  • Able to demonstrate a proactive and pragmatic approach.
  • Computer literate with extensive experience in using Microsoft Office (Excel mainly). Experience in using diagramming tools would be beneficial.
  • Competent on using Network Rail Online Logistics (NROL) and Train Running Under System TOPS (TRUST)
  • Excellent attention to detail with a problem-solving mindset
  • Be assertive and confident when dealing with issues.
  • Have knowledge and understanding of operational staff terms and conditions.
  • Experience in making tough decisions in challenging situations to safely and cost effectively deliver to the customer expectations.
  • Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK railway infrastructure network
  • To be able to present information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Be able to communicate with personnel at all levels.
  • Knowledge of rules and regulations as applicable to Freight operations
  • A proven team player who has the ability to deliver in what could be described as demanding circumstances.
  • Holder of full UK driving licence
Key Responsibilities

 

Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability

  • To lead, motivate, and develop the Freight Rostering Team.
  • To act as a guiding mind for all rostering matters.
  • To act as cover for team members when required.

Safety

  • Manage the production of traincrew diagrams / rosters efficiently and in-line with Colas Rail rostering guidelines, principles, and terms & conditions.
  • Oversee the input of traincrew diagrams / rostered shifts into the Fatigue Management system.
  • Have full understanding of NR/L2/OHS/003 Fatigue Standard with regards to fatigue considerations when producing traincrew rosters.
  • Comply with company policies on Safety Tours and Safety Briefs in a professional manner.

Quality

  • Ensure that the output of the rostering team is best in class regarding quality and accuracy.
  • Ensure all diagrams comply with company policies, and consider;
  • Impact on staff safety and fatigue,
  • Efficient staff utilisation,
  • Efficient use of Hotels, Taxi’s, and external hire.
  • Work with the delivery managers to resolve day to day issues, resource plans, and work allocation.
  • Monitor changes to the plan as it develops over the week.
  • Liaise with Business Managers, Planning Manager and SCO possession planner for SCO work acceptance.

Profitability

  • Work to ensure that rosters are continually improved.
  • Work with other departments to improve the efficiency of the overall train plan.

The above does not limit your duties and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake any work within your capabilities and capacity.

As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.

 

What We Offer

 

  • Competitive Salary
  • 26 days Annual Leave
  • Industry leading Life Assurance
  • Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
  • Pension Scheme
  • Eye Care Vouchers
  • Long Service Award
  • Season Ticket Loan
  • Occupational Health Service
     

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail. 

We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process. 

We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements. 

Join us in making a positive impact Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.