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.