Rail Operations Manager

Rail Operations Manager South of Stratford upon Avon Do you have extensive experience in the Rolling Stock sector? Are you looking for a new challenge that could really shape your career? We are supporting our client in the search for a Rail Operations Manager based out of their state of the art facility in Stratford upon Avon. You will be responsible for leading the safe delivery of on-time rail operations through effective planning and management of the site rail operations team. You will also be involved in; * Developing rosters for the rail operations team, ensuring sufficient available resource as well as managing the welfare of the team in line with company procedures * You’ll lead the planning of all rail operations ensuring plans are prioritised and effectively communicated to the team. * Chairing daily and weekly planning meetings * Working with internal teams to ensure team members are competent to carry out their duties and working to Operational standards, procedures etc. * You will develop and implement a suite of KPIs to enable proactive monitoring of delivery performance. * Provide coaching and mentoring to the Operations team leader to support continued development and cover during periods of absence. What you’ll have; * You will have a through knowledge of train driving and shunting techniques within Rail Depots, yards and sidings * Previous line management of a Rail Operations Team including drivers/shunters * It would be great if you have any formal management qualification, PTS, or IOSH. * You’ll have excellent knowledge of railway operations and conversant with the Railway Rule book * Familiar with relevant Health and Safety Legislation and Rail Industry Standards * Similar experience as a Driver Manager or Operations Manager within Rail Operations This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organisation with excellent people and a road map for the future to grow and develop the business. Salary offered is highly competitive and potentially negotiable with 15 % bonus, excellent pension scheme, Financial wellbeing support, Flexible working, Enhanced family friendly policies, Life Assurance, Healthcare cash plan, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays as well as other great benefits