Job Advertisement: Head of Production – Rolling Stock (Northampton) Salary: Circa £80,000 Benefits: 12.5% - 25% Bonus £587 car/car allowance per month Make your mark on the UK rail industry! Are you an experienced engineering or operations professional ready for your next challenge? We’re hiring on behalf of our client, a major player in the UK rail sector, for a Head of Production to lead maintenance operations at their Northampton depot. This is your chance to play a key leadership role in maintaining the safety and performance of the UK’s passenger trains — helping keep the country moving safely and efficiently. The Role As Head of Production, you’ll lead a team of Production Managers to deliver high-quality fleet maintenance. You’ll be responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations while driving continuous improvement and innovation. You’ll report to the Fleet Delivery Manager and take ownership of: Depot performance and operational efficiency Delivery of service-level agreements for high-value contracts Production budgets and resource planning Health & safety standards and employee engagement Operational improvements and change projects What You’ll Be Doing Leading the development and delivery of short-, medium-, and long-term production plans Coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to ensure timely materials and services Managing customer expectations and fostering strong senior relationships Ensuring contractual availability and driving fleet reliability improvements Implementing employee development plans to grow technical and leadership capability Driving Lean and continuous improvement projects across operations Overseeing strategic programmes including overhauls, modifications, and fleet campaigns What We’re Looking For HND or equivalent in engineering, maintenance, or operations (or relevant experience) Proven leadership of technical teams in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment Experience with change management and employee relations Solid understanding of continuous improvement tools and techniques (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) Strong grasp of health & safety legislation and practical application Analytical, IT-literate, and confident using performance data to inform decisions What’s in It for You? Competitive salary and pension Generous holiday allowance Flexible benefits package tailored to your lifestyle A chance to work on behalf of a respected client at the heart of the UK rail industry Be part of a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation with real impact Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join a team that’s shaping the future of UK rail travel.