Job Information
Enviri Corporation OTM Planner in Dartford, United Kingdom
Harsco Rail operates across the world and has a proven and sustained track record in providing customised, technology-driven rail track solutions.
The company has been pioneering mechanised maintenance for more than 100 years. Today, Harsco is still leading the way with practical, customer-driven solutions that set the standard for insight, innovation and performance - keeping the wheels of commerce driving forward and passengers on the move.
Harsco Rail’s Contract Services provide customers with a high quality service by work crews that know the machines’ operation and maintenance best. With years of experience, Harsco Rail’s Contract Service teams have covered more than 640,000 kilometres of track, consistently achieving industry leading production rates and high quality output. Contract services include providing the maintenance, equipment, and labour to complete the job.
Harsco Rail offers contract services for Rail Grinding and has been grinding rail for over 50 years, covering more than 300,000 km (192,000 miles) in the last 7 years.
JOB PURPOSE
To plan OTM movements as per Customer requirements
To support Operations Team in maximising contractual obligations
To plan and roster OTM crews
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCIES
Competency
Qualifications & Managerial Experience
Knowledge and experience of the Railway Industry preferred
Experience in planning, preferably in the Rail Industry
A good understanding and (or) experience of planning software
IT literate including knowledge of Microsoft systems and other databases
Experience of Customer Relations
Technical Skills
Proficient in Excel (Advanced) and Word
Written and Verbal communication skills
Good problem solving skills
High attention to detail
Behaviours
Team Player but able to work on own initiative
Self motivated
Ability to use and follow reference information
Dependable
Achieves goals through implementation of plan
Takes decisive action
KEY RESULT AREAS
Planning and allocation of crews and machinery to meet contractual requirements
Accuracy of records and documentation
Accuracy of forecasts
5S score for own area of responsibility
Attention to detail
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
Formulating OTM plans from customer requirements
Maximise OTM availability and number of planned shifts
Meet contractual requirements relevant to the role and provide performance data and other information as required
Limit use of external route conductors and source external route knowledge when required
Ensure the required OTM competence is rostered to each OTM customer order (Both Traction and Route knowledge)
Compliant with company policies and procedures
Maintain documentation as required for the role
To undertake training as required
Ensure working environment is maintained as required by 5S
Inform Manager of any issues / problems in a timely manner, which are outside your remit of control
To liaise with the OTM Team Leader/Machine Managers, Planning & Control Manager, Operations Managers, Standards Managers, Maintenance Managers, OTM Crews and Controllers as necessary
Rostering and crew allocation
Ensure the ‘Rostering Guidelines’ are followed and adhered when creating a roster
Ensure the Fatigue Risk Index is utilised to measure fatigue
Liaise with Customers and third parties on a regular basis to ensure delivery of contractual requirements, as well as reporting of any problems as required.
Accurate forecasting of operational shifts and external route conductor requirements
To assist managers in other OTM planning activities
To liaise with the Customer on a regular basis and report any problems as required
Attend Network Rail Lockdown conferences as required
To provide any statistical or other information as required
To ensure electronic and manual filing systems/records are maintained for audit purposes
To assist the OTM Planning Manager in providing draft related policies and procedures
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work.
Contribute to the delivery of company occupational health and welfare, safety and environmental improvement plans.
Only undertake work for which you have been trained and (if required) certified competent.
To comply with Risk Assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer.
Co-operate with your employer on health, safety and environment.
Make safe any unsafe conditions where practical and challenge unsafe work practices.
Inform your line manager, supervisor or health and safety representative of any unsafe occurrences
Report all, and assist with investigating relevant accidents, incidents and near misses
Additional responsibilities as identified for Managers in PRO/S/G/015
DIMENSIONS
- UK
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Peer Group
Customer
Third Party e.g. Support Teams, Suppliers
Operations Managers, , Planning & Control Manager, Machine Managers/Team Leaders, OTM Crews, Operations Controllers
Other Internal Departments
Manager