Senior Operations Manager
Senior Operations Manager
A leading client in the Rail Rolling Stock Industry is recruiting for a Senior Operations Manager to work on a contract basis based at their site in Widnes Chesire
Purpose of the Role
Reporting to the Head of Operations responsibilities include the planning leading and mentoring of Operations Managers and operational employees to ensure project and business deliverables are achieved or exceeded whilst achieving contractual obligations Support the preparation and execution of internally produced services parts and internally based projects in accordance with customer expectations whilst adhering to the requirements and policies Measure and improve KPIs taking containment and remedial action where necessary
Responsibilities
Support the planning and execution of internally produced services parts and internally based projects
Manage mentor and organise operations employees including product testers to deliver daily production requirements in order to meet the project business objectivesEnsure that current and future manpower requirements and production capacity are accurately identified and effectively resourced
Manage recruitment training and induction of operation project staff
Ensure that critical issues are identified and proactively developed and agree mitigation initiatives
Ensure key project stakeholders are informed and aligned toward project goals
Develop and use KPIs to monitor performance and improve the business
Develop internal production through efficiency improvements and refresh extend capabilities
Lead and support continuous improvement activity within the workshops and team to ensure that the APSYS requirements are met for the Shop FloorEnsure the effective control development and continued use of all Operational based systems e g SAP with its related packages and Time and Attendance
Manage the Competency process for shop floor personnel
Management of Work Packages associated with internally produced services parts and internally based projects
Desired Knowledge and Experience
Sound IT Skills and Previous Management of teams (Managers Staff)WP Management experience
Excellent Financial Awareness
Good knowledge of railway products and systems
Conflict management and interpersonal skills
Team spirit approach and good communication skills
Communication abilities to obtain collaboration
Anticipation and clear reporting
Leadership initiative and decision minded