Service Planning & Delivery Manager

Company: Arriva UK Trains Limited
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Location & Contract

Derby, hybrid working options. Fixed term until 31/12/2026.

Salary

£33,288 + on call.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Train Operating Companies (TOCs) to understand transport needs and produce effective plans.
  • Schedule rail replacement road transport services, ensuring customer‑centric, high‑quality journeys.
  • Create detailed briefings for stakeholders and guide operational plans.
  • Diagram timetables, procure bus services and ensure compliance with UK/EU driving regulations.
  • Source reliable taxi, bus or coach suppliers.
  • Engage with internal and external customers, attend meetings for smooth operations.
  • Analyse data to optimise service delivery and respond to changes in train schedules.
  • Maintain the taxi database, coordinate bookings and manage operator relationships.
  • Identify new business opportunities to expand ARTS services.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Negotiation skills to drive commercial outcomes.
  • Organisational skills, managing multiple tasks and prioritising workloads.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and Word; comfortable analysing data and producing reports.
  • Attention to detail across scheduling and invoicing.
  • Team spirit, working independently and collaboratively.
  • Geographical knowledge of the UK a plus.
  • Industry insight into driver hours rules and passenger transport operations desirable.

Benefits

Supportive environment, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact on transport solutions.

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Posted: July 9th, 2026