Fleet Contracts Manager - Rail

at  TXM Recruit Ltd UK

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

· Excellent technical engineering knowledge of modern electric multiple unit fleets.
· Extensive experience of rail vehicle maintenance Depot working environments and rolling stock maintenance practices, including health and safety best practice, maintenance processes, infrastructure, tools and equipment requirements.
· Strong contract management, negotiation and commercial knowledge and skills, including large train services agreements.
· Working to multiple deadlines often under time constraints without compromising quality, able to demonstrate competent prioritisation principles and lead others to deliver against milestones.
· Effective communication with multiple stakeholders. Proven ability in developing strong working relationships with all stakeholders. Proven experience of collaborative working with third parties.

· To manage the TSA performance regime, variation orders and additional contract services to ensure value for money.
· To manage Depot Access Agreements (DAAs) with train operators to ensure service delivery and provision of suitable depot facilities.
· To drive improvements in all aspects of the maintenance and cleaning arrangements for the fleet to deliver acceptable levels of reliability, availability and train presentation.
· To ensure processes and procedures are in place at depots to maintain a safe working environment and delivery of safe trains into service.
· Through active engagement with other sectors of the business, the Fleet Contracts Manager will derive cost saving initiatives working within the bounds of the TSA & DAA contracts to drive down operational costs whilst maintaining the required levels of safety, availability, reliability and performance for the fleet.