Wanted: Apprentice System Support Technician Salary: £16,500.00 + overtime + benefits Do you want to be part of a long-standing team, who are experts in their field, where no two days are the same and where possibilities to develop new skills and experiences are around every corner? PDS is passionate about creating a friendly, open and inclusive working environment where individuals are supported to excel in their area of expertise. We are continually seeking out new ways to improve our business and are firm believers that everyone should enjoy what they do. What we do We are a technically driven business with over 30 years of expertise; engineering and supporting high integrity control systems where failure simply isn't an option. These can range from small upgrades through to fully integrated turnkey solutions, covering all aspects of technology from control room to field devices. We supply the latest technology to various locations throughout the UK with our...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise and...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise...

Production Engineer Derby Circa £50,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced production environment? A leading name in the rail industry is looking for a Production Engineer to join their newly expanded Derby facility. This is a high-impact role where you can truly "own the outcome." With significant group investment driving expansion into Passenger, Tram, and Freight markets, you will have the opportunity to influence production efficiencies, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in high-profile bogie overhaul projects. If you are looking for a role with a diverse technical spread and the chance to implement your own process improvements, this is the platform to accelerate your career. Responsibilities: Provide lead engineering support for bogie and wagon overhaul activities, acting as the technical "go-to" for the shop floor. Manually develop and update complex Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manage part...

Project Planner Derby up to £39,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a "thinker" who enjoys peeling back the layers of a project plan rather than just inputting data? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Project Planner to join them during a period of significant expansion. This isn't a role where you will simply follow a manual; it s an opportunity to put your own stamp on the planning function. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between workshop production and high-level project milestones, helping to navigate "the grey" as the business implements new QMS processes and scales its operations. Responsibilities: Maintain and evolve detailed project plans, ensuring alignment between ERP (Sage) data and MS Project schedules. Take ownership of work order management, ensuring accurate tracking of overhaul activities and vehicle maintenance. Actively support risk management and Estimate at Completion (EAC) reporting to drive informed...