Programme Managers Assistant (PMA) RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Programme Managers Assistant to support and join their expanding team. Our client offers a wide range of unique opportunities available to suit some of the best people and brightest minds in the automotive industry. They are positioned to become the most desirable Asian brand in Europe, and they need your help to get there. Position Description: Programme Managers Assistant (PMA) Rate: £26.75 per hour via Umbrella rising to £32.32 after 12 weeks - under AWR's Agency Worker Regulations. Programme Managers Assistant (PMA) - Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering The principal role of the PMA is to support the Programme Leader / Programme Manager with the management of a project focusing on collecting information and reporting. The PMA will develop an understanding of all the aspects of a Power Train project which must be tracked, gather information from the engineering teams that are implementing the project and then feed this information into the appropriate systems, reporting formats and documents. Following on from this they will support the presentations from the programme management team to various levels of management within the organisation. The PMA will frequently lead meetings with the engineering teams to gather the required information, for example covering project funding, issue management & progress to timing plans. This allows them to track progress and highlight to the programme leader/manager any areas of concern. Project administration tasks will also be required such as setting up meetings and managing Sharepoints. There will also be opportunities to work with other PMAs especially for the purposes of sharing lessons learnt and strengthening best practice. The projects run by this team are to install or retool manufacturing systems and, as such, are highly technical so an understanding of manufacturing systems is an advantage. Meeting deadlines is critical in this environment to ensure launch timing is met and prevent production shortages or stoppages. Skills Required: Excellent communication skills Proficient with MS Excel, MS Project, MS PowerPoint and MS SharePoint Skills Preferred: Project planning Experience Required: Project management experience Experience Preferred: * Strong knowledge of project management experience with a focus on planning and management reporting * Experience of project management tools * Experience in a manufacturing environment Education Preferred: Degree or appropriate experience Additional Information : Driving Licence is essential with the occasional visit to Dunton site. INSIDE IR35 *Please note: Due to the high level of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted* Eligibility: Due to working on behalf of our Client, unfortunately if you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK your application will be automatically declined **NO AGENCY CALLING