Company Information

VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.

As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 80 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Resource & Logistics Coordinator to join VolkerRail’s Plant Department working in Scunthorpe.

Key duties will include:

• Responsibility for ensuring the rostering of manpower requirements in accordance with the staff Terms & Conditions, including stipulated timescales to ensure contractual requirements (Work Programme) are delivered.
• Ensuring that the staff rosters are developed in accordance with the relevant HSQE etc. standards in place.
• Establishing and maintaining robust communication between Logistics & Resources Manager, Engineering Managers, Operations Manager (OTM), Driver Standards Manager, Field Delivery Manager, Field Standards Manager and all Crew Managers.
• Support Planning Manager/ Logistics Manager in ensuring that initial bids for Train Pathing requirements (STP) are prepared and submitted in line with the required timescales to ensure delivery of the work programme.
• Support Planning Manager/ Logistics Manager to ensure that all planning is undertaken in accordance with the relevant standards in place (NROL).
• Updating planning system with confirmed Train paths upon receipt and manage all changes to ensure delivery of planned shifts.
• The inputting of all training, annual leave and sickness shifts / hours into the relevant Business systems.
• Development and maintenance of the rostering database to ensure information is available, including the production of internal reports etc.
• Regular attendance at VolkerRail Plant Meetings as required.
• Analysis of actual labour hrs v’s “norms” for all maintenance works.
• Collation of weekly asset utilisation for all plant items, to be issued to Operations Managers for verification.
• With the support of the R&L Manager, develop a suit of reports to brief out to GM/CM/BM’s monthly to enable review, discussion and necessary action.

Job Requirements

You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Problem solving, communication and excellent organisational skills are a key requirement for this role.

The candidate will also ideally have the following experience/skill set:

• Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High attention to detail.
• Good presentation, written and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and self-confidence to build strong working relationships internally and externally at all levels.
• Able to manage a diverse workload.

VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits that includes pension, performance related pay, and other benefits commensurate to your skills and experience.

Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.