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The Fleet Planner will be a key member of a four-person team, reporting to the Senior Fleet Maintenance Controller. The role involves planning work distribution across Traincare Centres to optimise resource use and maximise fleet availability. The Fleet Planner ensures the service demands of West Coast Traincare and its customers are met in a safe, cost-effective manner while meeting required quality and performance standards.
Job Responsibility:
Schedule maintenance exams at Traincare Centres in accordance with set requirements to maintain high fleet availability
Allocate sufficient time for preventative maintenance and repairs, considering Traincare Centre capacity
Prioritise work at Traincare Centres to meet train availability requirements
Respond to train failures and infrastructure issues in coordination with the Operator to minimise production impact
Communicate fleet availability, performance, and production plans across the business
Collaborate with Fleet Maintenance Controllers to address urgent requirements and agree on long-term plans
Requirements:
Minimum five years' experience in a depot or operational environment, ideally with planning experience
Knowledge of operational railway processes is essential
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Self-motivated, with excellent planning and organisational abilities
Diplomacy and professionalism when dealing with customers and Traincare Centres