Rail Freight Operations Manager

2 weeks ago

Rugby, Warwickshire, United Kingdom COLAS RAIL UK Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Freight Rostering Manager to join our team at Colas Rail UK. As a key member of our Freight Management Team, you will be responsible for managing a team of Freight Resource Planners, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and the timely issuance of rosters to deliver all Colas Rail Freight services safely, on time, and on budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • 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.
  • Ensure that the output of the rostering team is best in class regarding quality and accuracy.
  • 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.
Requirements
  • 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 workforce 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 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 license.
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.
About Colas Rail UK

Colas Rail UK is a leading provider of rail freight services, with over one hundred years of experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. We take care of our employees, always ensuring safety is a top priority and we nurture our collective wellbeing. We share a passion for what we do, celebrate our achievements, and value high standards like nowhere else. We dare to take on new challenges, continually innovate, and expand in new markets.

We value and encourage diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability, age, religion, or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. We will create a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We are committed to the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such, we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

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