Local Platform Manager

Overview

Develop and deliver strategic fleet roadmaps and asset plans for Siemens UK rail fleets.

Key Responsibilities

• safety excellence
• fleet roadmap
• compliance support
• continuous improvement
• asset planning
• customer relations

Tasks

-Championing health, safety, and environmental excellence by implementing safe systems of work, promoting behavioural safety, and supporting Siemens’ commitment to sustainable operations. -Developing and delivering strategic fleet roadmaps that cover the full lifecycle of all new and existing Siemens fleets, incorporating heavy maintenance, innovation, optimisation initiatives, and digital on-train solutions. -Ensuring compliance and business support by adhering to internal controls and Siemens policies, supporting bids and contract extensions, and collaborating with procurement and sales teams to deliver best-in-class service. -Driving continuous improvement and quality, contributing to the 3is programme, identifying efficiencies, and ensuring quality standards are met and continually enhanced. -Building strong customer relationships by engaging in regular reviews, collaborating on shared objectives, and ensuring all interactions reflect Siemens’ “Think Customer” philosophy. -Creating detailed asset plans that drive fleet performance and reliability, working closely with customers to align improvement initiatives with their operational goals and Siemens’ global strategy. -Role modelling Siemens’ values and behaviours, promoting a culture of integrity, accountability, and collaboration across all interactions.

Requirements

• leadership
• engineering degree
• project planning
• digital literacy
• rail maintenance
• reliability-centred

What You Bring

-Proven people management or leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and guide others to deliver results. -A relevant engineering or science degree, or equivalent experience gained within a complex technical environment. -Experience of project planning and familiarity with planning tools and methodologies. -Collaborative working style, building strong relationships across teams and disciplines to achieve shared goals. -Strong IT and digital literacy, with a good understanding of relevant systems and software tools. -Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation. -Understanding of industry maintenance best practice, particularly within the rail or related engineering sectors. -In-depth knowledge of engineering maintenance techniques and processes, including reliability-centred maintenance and its implementation.

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About Siemens

-The company drives progress with solutions in electrification, automation, and digitalization across industries. -With cutting-edge products and services, it leads sustainable innovation for industries like energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. -Its impressive portfolio includes smart grids, automated factories, advanced healthcare technologies, and solutions for urban mobility. -Siemens’ digital solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability in everything from smart buildings to electric vehicles. -It has contributed to iconic projects, including energy-efficient train systems and automation in key industrial sectors. -Transforming how industries use digital technology to optimize operations and tackle global challenges.

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