Job Title: Production Manager (Rolling Stock)
Location: Leeds
Contract Type: Contract
Sector: Rail / Rolling Stock
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to work on a contract basis for a leading rolling stock organisation in Leeds. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing depot production activities to ensure rolling stock maintenance, refurbishment, and modification programmes are delivered safely, on time, within cost, and to the required quality standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role within a safety-critical rail environment, requiring strong operational control, people management, and technical understanding of rolling stock maintenance activities.
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Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day production and maintenance activities within the rolling stock depot
- Ensure all work is delivered in line with safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets
- Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, and technical staff
- Plan and control workloads to maintain fleet availability and programme milestones
- Ensure compliance with Railway Group Standards, company procedures, and safety regulations
- Monitor productivity, progress, and resource utilisation, taking corrective action where required
- Liaise with engineering, quality, supply chain, and client stakeho...