Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.

Team Co-Ordinator

Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd

Manchester VMF

A vacancy has arisen for a Team Co-Ordinator to support the Manchester VMF Supervisor in the management of Wagon maintenance, including facilities and staff along with ensuring the activities of the depot are co-ordinated efficiently in order to maximise output and productivity.

Responsibilities whilst working in the role will include:

Adhering to health & safety and local safety policy requirements, and other safety and technical standards.
Ensuring Freightliner company engineering standards and procedures are understood, applied and followed.
Monitoring the work practices of staff under the post holder’s control to ensure they comply with company standards and are in accordance with safe working method statements
Ensuring all relevant records for examinations and repairs is correctly completed to company standards through our electronic Asset Management System
Assist in the management of the depot production activity. Maximise efficient use of staff and other resources to achieve the standards of maintenance specified in the Wagon maintenance plans.
Achievement of fleet availability, reliability targets on a day-to-day basis, at a cost acceptable to the business.
Assist the Supervisors as required to ensure effective Wagon maintenance planning, presentation, output and performance monitoring.

Requirements:

Commitment to adopting safe working practices
Be confident with man-management and the ability to make sound engineering decisions
An underpinning knowledge and an ability to understand mechanical and pneumatic systems.
Passed competency requirements for working on Rolling Stock
Engineering qualification, preferably to City and Guilds standard in Mechanical Engineering
Supervisory and or Man Management training

The successful applicant should be safety conscious and motivated to work safely to tight deadlines, a fully versatile team member who has a flexible approach to working hours.

Please note it is planned that this post works a shift pattern of Monday to Friday alternate earlies and lates, with overtime available, It is also subject to standard pre-employment checks including employment references, medical & D&A screening and successful DBS background checks.

Hours

The contractual basic hours for this role is 39 hours per week.

Manchester VMF operate a 2 week rotating shift pattern which provides flexibility and work/ life balance.

Week 1: Monday – Thursday 0600- 1430, with a 1330 finish time on Friday.

Week 2: Monday – Thursday 1400 – 2230, Friday 1030 - 1800.

The Team

The team you will be a part of is well aligned towards achieving the same goal, to ensure we provide safe, reliable wagons to meet our customer requirements. The successful applicant will be an important part of helping us achieve this. We work well together with a supportive culture bringing open communication and have fun along the way. We are an inclusive employer who welcomes employees of all backgrounds and experience levels. Please follow the below link to see testimonies of how some of our current employees joined us.

The Company

Once you have joined our team, Freightliner’s commitment to you is that we will provide an inclusive environment where you can learn and grow. There are plenty of development opportunities within Freightliner and we look to foster growth and internal progression. Please see the below link for employee testimonies demonstrating the various career progression pathways.

Inclusion & Diversity

As an endorsed Work180 employer, we are committed to increasing diversity and inclusion within our workforce and providing a supportive environment for this to flourish.

“When I started in Engineering it was a ‘man’s world’, but at Freightliner, I’m part of a diverse workforce which looks out for each other. No matter the task, I feel safe & supported when I come to work” – Terri-Ann Westerman, Power Controller.

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay is offered

Our perks and benefits

Our people are our most important asset. We strive to empower our employees, ensuring they are trained and competent, fit for work, always informed, and completely engaged in our culture that places safety and wellbeing firmly at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles. In return we can offer considerable career progression, and a rewarding career in an award-winning team alongside:

Competitive pay
Fantastic final-salary pension scheme after an initial qualifying period
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
A range of benefits to make your own so you can get the most of your work and home life which will also help save you money and hassle. From reimbursement on health treatments, to savings on new cars

This post is subject to standard pre-employment checks including employment references, medical & D&A screening and successful DBS background checks.

Could it be time to start your career journey with us?

Apply today!

Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.

We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.

In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.