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.