FAMS Administrator

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a FAMS Administrator to manage the Fleet Asset Management System for seasonal operations in Birmingham. You will support maintenance tasks, ensure accurate data entry, and maintain compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will have IT skills in asset management systems and experience in relevant environments, with strong communication abilities to guide depot staff effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance, engineering, or asset management environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with asset management systems is beneficial.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Fleet Asset Management System for maintenance operations.
• Support maintenance task management and data entry.
• Ensure compliance with data management and reporting requirements.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Attention to detail

Ability to interpret technical documentation

Good communication skills

Guidance and mentorship capabilities

Education

Experience in maintenance, engineering, or asset management

Familiarity with FAMS or equivalent systems

Competence in Microsoft Office

Tools

FAMS

Maximo

SAP

Job description

Role Title:

FAMS Administrator

Reports to:

Depot Supervisor / Engineering Manager (as appropriate)

Location:

Depot-based – Birmingham

Contract Reference:

Operation & Maintenance of Network Rail’s Seasonal Fleet

Role Purpose

To manage the Fleet Asset Management System (FAMS) for the Seasonal Treatment MPV fleet, ensuring all maintenance, asset, and inventory activities are accurately recorded, tracked, and reported to support operational efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• FAMS System Administration
  • Assist the Supervisor in managing planned maintenance tasks in FAMS by ensuring accurate and timely data entry, documentation, and system updates.
  • Support the Supervisor in tracking work orders by providing up-to-date information on spares, consumables, labour, meter readings, and supporting documentation in FAMS.
  • Assist the Supervisor by providing up-to-date inventory information to help ensure required parts are available for scheduled maintenance and repairs.
  • Coordinate the purchase of non‑FAMS items and consumables, ensuring timely procurement to support depot operations and maintenance activities.
  • Maintain asset information, including asset lists, serialised parts, and condition management.
• Develop expertise in FAMS
  • Generate and interpret system reports to support maintenance and inventory management.
• Raise work orders for emergency, unscheduled, and deferred maintenance
  • Ensure sufficient detail for review and approval.
  • Ensure all maintenance and fault data is up to date within 24 hours of occurrence.
• Process Improvement
  • Work with engineering and operational teams to improve data capture, reporting, and system functionality.
  • Support the implementation of system updates, training, and process changes as required by the Employer.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong IT skills, with experience in asset management or maintenance management systems (FAMS, Maximo, SAP, or similar).
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record‑keeping.
• Ability to interpret technical maintenance documentation and translate into system records.
• Good communication skills for liaison with engineering, operations, and management teams.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to depot staff on FAMS‑related issues, supporting their effective use of the system.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in a maintenance, engineering, or asset management environment (railway or similar regulated industry preferred).
• Familiarity with FAMS or equivalent asset management systems.
• Competence in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Contractual & Compliance Requirements

• Adhere to all requirements for data management, reporting, and audit as set out in the CP7 Contract and associated technical work scope.
• Support compliance with Network Rail standards, including NR/L3/SCO/311 and relevant HSE requirements.
• Participate in training and competence assessments as required.

Inventory Management

• Set and monitor Reorder Points (ROP) and Economic Order Quantities (EOQ) for all stock items to ensure timely replenishment and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate BIN locations for all items to support efficient picking, storage, and cycle counting.
• Ensure all items have a default BIN location; avoid blank BINs to streamline receipt and storage.
• Use Goods Receipt Notes (GRN) to verify all incoming shipments against electronic dispatch records.
• Follow Shipment Receiving process for all FAMS arts.
• Record all inventory movements (issue, transfer, return) in FAMS or equivalent systems for full traceability.
• Conduct regular cycle counts to reconcile physical stock with system records, aiming for 100% annual coverage.
• Maintain and develop FAMS dashboards to ensure accurate real‑time reporting of stock positions.
• Organise containers and storage areas by function, ensuring clear labelling and accessibility.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in all storage areas to support audit readiness and operational efficiency.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.