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KeolisAmey Docklands (KAD) operates the iconic Docklands Light Railway (DLR) — a fully automated light-rail network serving East London. As part of the Transport for London (TfL) family, we play a vital role in keeping London moving safely, reliably, and sustainably.
We are proud of our people, our safety culture, and our commitment to continuous improvement. We are now looking for a Shift Production Manager for Night Shifts Only to join our Rolling Stock team at Beckton Depot and play a key role in maintaining the reliability of our fleet.
As Shift Production Manager, you will lead a team of Advanced Train Maintainers and Train Maintainers, taking responsibility for the safe, efficient maintenance, modification, and release of DLR rolling stock into service.
This is a safety-critical leadership role, requiring strong technical understanding, confident decision-making, and the ability to manage people and production activity in a fast-paced depot environment.
You will oversee daily production activity, ensure compliance with maintenance standards, and act as a key deputy to the Depot Manager when required.
Lead and manage rolling stock maintenance activities to ensure trains are safe, compliant, and ready for service
Inspect and review completed maintenance work and authorise the release of trains into operational service
Prioritise workload across shifts to minimise failures and deliver planned preventative maintenance on time
Maintain a safe working environment and oversee depot facilities, test track and wheel lathe operations
Chair daily production meetings and coordinate activity with asset and engineering leads
Deputise for the Depot Manager as required, ensuring continuity of leadership
Ensure accurate use of the Maximo asset management system and robust record keeping
Lead, coach, and develop a team of 16 maintainers, supporting apprenticeships and ongoing competence development
Identify training needs, manage performance, and support disciplinary processes in line with company policy
Drive continuous improvement through Lean maintenance and 5S methodologies
Essential
ONC / HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification
Proven leadership experience in a safety-critical engineering or maintenance environment
Experience working within a Rolling Stock or rail engineering environment
Strong people-management skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
Good understanding of technical competence frameworks and maintenance standards
High levels of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
Desirable
At KAD, you’ll enjoy a range of competitive benefits, including:
Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominated household member
75% discount on National Rail season tickets
Interest-free season ticket loan
Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
Access to Perkbox, Doctor Care Anywhere virtual GP, and Employee Assistance Programme
If you’re a confident production leader with a passion for safety, engineering excellence, and developing high-performing teams. Apply today and help keep London moving — safely and reliably — every day.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and inclusive. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Please note: If you are successful and offered the role, you will be required to undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) which must be deemed satisfactory by the company. This will include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of your home address, employment reference checks covering the last three years and your right to work in the UK.
Closing Date: 2nd August 2026
