Operations Planner
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
Join our team at KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM), the largest light rail network in the UK!
We are currently recruiting for Operations Planner to join our Timetable & Resource Planning Team within Manchester’s iconic Metrolink.
As an Operations Planner, you will be responsible for the production of timetables and rosters for all Operational staff based on Goal Systems, incorporating the rules and regulations, safety, and Operational Procedures and any agreed and negotiated parameters. The role will also ensure attendance at key meetings providing expert guidance on impact any work will have on planned work (such as required timetable or roster changes, adherence to agreed and negotiated parameters.)
Key accountabilities will include:
- Design and produce timetables using specialist tools and systems ensuring they meet agreed parameters and guidelines
- Design and produce rosters for operational staff and any other staff as required.
- Resource Planning for any Projects, Training, or other requirements of the business
- Production of accurate analysis and concise reports detailing key points relating to timetabling or rosters.
- Attendance at key meetings to ensure that impacts from a planning/operational perspective are considered, and solutions offered
- Contribute to the delivery of a high performing team through ensuring objectives, standards and key performance indicators are met
- Contribute to building an inclusive culture, taking a zero-tolerance approach to behaviours and attitudes that go against the FREDIE culture, escalating matters to management when appropriate
- Ensure own health, safety, and wellbeing in the workplace, ensuring the zero harm principles and just culture is demonstrated in all ways of working
- Ensure compliance with relevant policies, regulations, and standards
What you’ll bring:
- High level of Computer literacy with Advanced/Intermediate MS Office skills, particularly in MS Excel.
- Technical aptitude with a proven ability to master specialist IT systems quickly.
- Ability to present complex data in a clear and concise format
- Methodical and highly analytical in approach to their work
- Excellent problem-solving skills with an ability to think creatively
- Previous experience in Resource Planning, Scheduling or Timetabling within a Transport operations environment, specifically within a contract/concession framework
- Ability to engage and influence people to deliver an excellent outcome for KAM and our customers
- Commitment to own personal development
- Punctual, time-conscious and adept at organising own time
At KAM, we celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities, and colleagues, and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.
Research has shown that not everyone applies for a role when they don’t feel 100% qualified. Therefore, if you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, and sexual orientation to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.
What we can offer you:
- A competitive annual salary
- A permanent full-time contract 37.5 Hours per week
- Generous Annual Leave Scheme starting at 25 days plus bank holidays
- Flexible and Hybrid Working Options to support a culture of promoting a good work life balance.
- Free Tram Travel for all our colleagues, plus a sponsored pass for an immediate family member
- Access to Amazing Discounts at most major retailers including Asda, Currys PC World, John Lewis and many more.
- Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Prioritising your Health and Wellbeing with a range of services available including a free counselling service, annual health checks, access to Employee Assistance Programme and more.
- Supporting your continued development journey with a focus on developing career pathways and reimbursement of professional fees where essential to the role.
The closing date for applications is 28th May 2024
Early applications are welcome.
The Company
KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM) is the largest light rail network in the UK. Growing and evolving since first opening in 1992. Metrolink have so far expanded to 103km of track, 99 stops and 147 trams, with a target of 52 million yearly passengers by the end of 2022.
We recognise and celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and society at large.
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