OPERATIONS MANAGER RAIL - NORTH WEST - PERMANENT

Rail Operations Manager is currently required to join a well established Network Rail main contractor in the North West region, on a permanent basis. The contractor is going through a large expansion programme, and is looking to hire someone who can head up the rail operations for the North West region.

The role:

• Working closely with the Regional Director, you will be expected to oversee all operations in relation to Rail Project Delivery in the North West
• Overseeing all Rail work with a keen interest on H&S, Technical, Compliance and Commercial requirements
• Reviewing current policies and procedures and making recommendations for change
• Managing and maintaining relationships with Network Rail
• Overseeing all Rail Project Operations
• Will involve travelling between Cumbria, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire

The candidate:

• Considerable experience of working in the rail industry, developing and delivering projects in relation to Civil engineering and P-Way related fields
• Experience of working in a similar role within the Rail industry, possibly progressing through from Project Manager or Senior Project Manager roles
• Educated to degree level, in a construction field such as Civil Engineering, possibly chartered and with a track record in leading and developing teams within the rail industry
• Must possess strong leadership skills, and ability to develop and challenge a team of technical staff, and manage performance levels

The opportunity:

• This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to take ownership of their own work bank, and play an influential part in the direction that the company is moving
• Competitive Salary
• Excellent bonus scheme
• Company car, Pension, healthcare
• Opportunities for personal professional development

If you are currently looking for a new challenge or the next step in your career, please give me a call.