Head of Production

Are you passionate about the future of rail transport? Do you want to be part of a team that's shaping the next generation of trains using cutting-edge technology? Look no further! Join us as a Head of Production. Our current depot locations are in Cardiff, Glasgow, Liverpool, Leicester, Newcastle and Norwich offering a wide scope of opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in the UK Rail Industry.

The successful candidate will be based at Leicester.

SRSUK is a proud subsidiary of Stadler Rail AG Switzerland. At SRSUK we take pride in delivering high-class services for our modern trains across the UK. Our established presence in passenger rail, combined with our expanding expertise in freight rail, positions us as a leading service supplier in the UK rail industry. We are dedicated to continuous growth and technical innovation, in line with our ambitious business strategy.

• Innovative Environment:
  Working in a fast paced, results orientated environment, you will proactively work alongside your team to ensure services are available.
• Growth and Development:
  You will be part of a dynamic company committed to the development of our people, offering opportunities for learning and career development.
• Passionate Team:
  You will manage a dedicated team working diligently to deliver and provide an essential service successfully collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Customer-Centric Approach:
  You will work effectively to ensure the needs and expectations of our service users are supplied with the highest standards of service.

We're seeking proactive individuals who align with our company KPI's and values. If you are looking to make a difference and deliver high quality service then we want to hear from you.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of fleet production and maintenance activities on a 24/7 basis. Leading production teams and working closely with customers and internal stakeholders, the role focuses on maximising fleet availability, reliability and train presentation while embedding a strong safety culture, delivering contractual KPIs, developing high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement across all operational and engineering activities.

• Lead and inspire the Production team to deliver safe, reliable and efficient fleet operations that meet contractual performance and availability targets.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with quality, environmental and operational standards.
• Manage day-to-day production activities to maximise fleet reliability, availability and train presentation.
• Build, develop and coach high-performing teams through effective leadership, performance management and succession planning.
• Act as the key customer and stakeholder interface for production performance, service delivery and warranty matters.
• Monitor and improve operational performance through KPI management, reporting, root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reliability, optimise maintenance activities and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead investigations into safety, quality and performance issues, ensuring timely resolution and sustainable improvements.
• Foster effective collaboration across operational, engineering and performance teams to achieve business objectives.
• Provide leadership support to the wider site, including deputising for the Head of Location when required and participating in on-call arrangements.

• Significant experience within rolling stock maintenance, fleet operations or a large engineering environment.
• Proven track record of leading and developing teams, with at least five years' people management experience.
• Experience managing production, maintenance or operational activities within a transport, rail or engineering setting.
• Strong background in stakeholder engagement, customer management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience driving operational performance through KPI management, continuous improvement and root cause investigations.
• Demonstrable experience identifying, assessing and mitigating operational and safety risks.

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, coach and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving…