Works manager

Job Title: Works Manager ndash; Communications, Signalling Electrical (C,S E) Salary: From GBP55,000 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