Works Manager

Job Title: Works Manager – Communications, Signalling & Electrical (C,S&E)

Salary: From £55,000 per annum

Location: Gosforth

Benefits:

* Defined benefit pension scheme.

* Free local travel on Metro, buses, and Shields Ferry for you and a companion.

* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

* Access to a range of employee benefits including high street discounts, occupational health services, and a Cycle to Work Scheme.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Works Manager to lead our Communications, Signalling & Electrical (C,S&E) team based in Gosforth. Reporting directly to the Head of Infrastructure Works Delivery, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient delivery of capital-funded planned construction and engineering railway infrastructure asset renewals.

Responsibilities:

* Team Leadership: Lead and manage the Communications, Signalling, and Electrical Infrastructure Works Delivery Team as a Works Manager, ensuring high-quality work is delivered on time and within budget.

* Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environment, and technical specifications and standards. Lead in undertaking reviews, audits, inspections, and investigations to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

* Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, conveying technical information as required. Represent the Infrastructure Works Delivery Service Area at senior stakeholder meetings.

* Financial Management: Develop and manage the annual financial budget for the team, ensuring efficient resource allocation and fiscal prudence to achieve budget targets.

* People Management: Lead employee relations and Trade Union aspects of the team, promoting diversity, inclusion, and respect. Ensure resources within the team are suitably robust to deliver the Capital Programme.

* Professional Development: Take responsibility for personal and team professional development, engaging with wider industry groups, benchmarking, and standards.

Requirements for Works Manager:

* HNC or higher qualification in a relevant engineering subject.

* Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within the rail or transportation industry.

* Excellent planning, organization, and prioritization skills with a keen attention to detail.

* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

* Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards.

* Full driving license is essential