Purpose of the Role
Allocating the necessary operational staff for delivering operational work carried out by Rail Grinding & Milling (RG&M) Operations according to the requirements of the customers’ orders. This will be achieved through the production of accurate rosters for RG/M Staff ensuring an efficient use of all available manpower, whilst complying to the constraints of fatigue policy and the relevant terms and conditions stipulated in the contracts of different staff members.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dealing with an operational work force and creating rosters for staff that work on a variable shift pattern. They will be able to demonstrate a proactive and results driven approach.
* Excellent computer skills in excel & word
* Knowledge and experience of general planning is desirable
* Knowledge of rules and regulations as applicable to rail plant operations is desirable
* Good geographical knowledge of the railway infrastructure network is desirable
* A proven team player who has the ability to deliver in what could be described as demanding circumstances
* To be able to present information in a clear and concise manner
* Be able to communicate with personnel at all levels
* The ability to have open discussion with clients.
Behavioural Skills
* Engage and Care- Engage and stay close to our client. Provide sustainable solutions that you truly care about and join us in having an impact on the Infrastructure of the UK.
* Execute and Share- Share our joint passion for the important work executed every day at Colas Rail. Share in our success, our diversity, our development and execute our project plans.
* Energy and Dare- Display the energy of a leader, champion your teams. Dare to think innovatively and explore new horizons.
Key Responsibilities
* Liaise with the Fatigue controller to check against the fatigue index to identify any risks and manage appropriately before the rosters are issued.
* Utilise staff from all Areas/Departments to keep Volunteers/Operators/lodging/ excessive travel to a minimum.
* Ensure as much as possible that dedicated crews are on dedicated machines.
* Manage all Rail Grinding & Milling operational staff (RG&M) annual leave and input onto roster if acceptable and return conformation of annual leave within seven days either granted or declined
* Attend weekly rostering meetings with the management team and supervisors
* Check the Rosters in collaboration with the Planners/ Operational Managers prior to distribution to all RG&M Operators staff.
* Identify and manage anomalies within the rosters
* Participate in daily /weekly/periodic operational planning meetings when required
* Input rostered hours into the OTMS database
* Issue rostered hours on a weekly basis to the RG&M operational staff
* Attend interface meetings with the customers as required
* Liaise with other Regional Planning and Rostering Coordinators to optimise manpower utilisation and minimise the requirement for external resources and operator’s competence.
* Identify any shortcomings in the machine rosters and inform the Business and Operations Managers.
* 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.
Profile
* 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