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Supervisor

Company: COLAS RAIL PLANT

Country: United Kingdom

Type of Contract: Permanent

Publication Date: 3 Oct 2025

Make your mark with Colas Rail UK

At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent - and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different.

This is true because...

+ We value everyone as part of the same team.

+ We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down.

+ We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want.

+ We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.

+ We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different.

+ We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations.

About Us

Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure.

At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail.

Leading by our values

Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions.

We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.

We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent.

We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour.

Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role.

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the Store Supervisor is to take responsibility for and be accountable for the comprehensive management of inventory and the procurement of materials essential for the efficient maintenance and operation of the Network Rail-owned rail grinding fleet based at Rugby. This role supports the Maintenance Manager in monitoring, developing, and managing the supplier base to ensure that operations meet requirements for safety, quality, cost, and delivery. By maintaining rigorous oversight of inventory processes and supply chain activities, the Store Supervisor significantly enhances the overall reliability and effectiveness of the rail grinding fleet.

Person Specification

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Strong negotiation skills

+ Analytical mindset

+ Ability to work independently and safely without supervision

+ Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

+ Flexible, honest, and reliable with a positive attitude towards change

+ Structured and methodical approach to problem-solving

+ Commitment to ongoing personal development through training opportunities

+ Inquisitive mindset, open to challenging established norms

+ Experience in managing and developing staff

+ Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

+ Competence in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines effectively

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

+ Knowledge and experience in stores/warehouse procedures

+ Experience in stock control

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Experience with material management functions in business systems

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel

+ Knowledge of quality systems and management practices

+ Possession of a clean road vehicle driving license

+ Experience with forklift and pallet trucks

+ Materials management and stores qualifications (desirable)

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead a small stores team, ensuring sufficient staffing and training for key activities.

+ Carry out stock checks and maintain accurate stock levels and BIN numbers and ensure this is recorded correctly against audit criteria.

+ Oversee the repairable float and update supplier reorder details in the relevant system.

+ Ensure stock is stored correctly and safely

+ Manage warranties and rejections alongside the engineers

+ Coordinate material requisitions and transport for rail grinding machine shipments, optimizing procedures for efficiency.

+ Support rail grinding fleet maintenance by coordinating overhauled equipment.

+ Reduce waste in picking time by optimizing procedures, store layout, and staff utilization

+ Negotiate with suppliers and monitor performance against KPIs, assisting in the supplier accreditation process.

+ Identify initiatives to improve supplier performance and reduce costs.

+ Inspect and process deliveries robustly

+ Maintain accurate warehouse documentation for audits and ensure compliance with ISO standards.

+ Uphold high safety standards, participate in safety initiatives, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

+ Follow all of Colas Rail’s Lifesaving Rules, policies and procedures

+ Attend safety briefs and disseminate when required, complete close calls and safety conversations.

+ Collaborate with finance to ensure budget targets are met.

+ As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.

+ Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.

Profile

• Competitive Salary

• 26 days Annual Leave

• Industry leading Life Assurance

• Healthcare Cash Plan

• Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme

• Pension Scheme

• Eye Care Vouchers

• Long Service Award

• Season Ticket Loan

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail.

We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process.

We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.

Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.

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