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Section Manager [Railway Track] – Guide Bridge, Manchester
Reference: IRC2306351
Salary: £46,124
Closing date: 14th February 2025
Do you have experience of managing a large team?
Do you enjoy hands on problem solving and fixing railway track related problems?
Do you want to work for a company who get railway passengers from A to B safely?
Then this might be a role for you!
We are looking to recruit for a Section Manager in our Track discipline based in Guide Bridge, Manchester.
In this key role, you will be accountable for managing a section of the rail network and leading a large maintenance team. Please be aware that a new depot is currently being built at Guide Bridge and a review of the Guide Bridge boundaries are currently ongoing.
This role requires a strong mix of leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to handle operational challenges. Managing both in-house teams and contractors means balancing different working styles and ensuring seamless collaboration.
Your responsibility for planning, inspecting, and implementing tactical works will require a deep understanding of infrastructure management and problem-solving skills, especially when dealing with urgent tasks during on-call or after-hours situations.
Safety is key within the role, especially when dealing with infrastructure maintenance where risks can be significant. With the authority to recommend renewals, you’ll have a big impact on the long-term health of the assets too.
Managing budgets while ensuring performance, cost, and quality targets are met is a solid challenge. It will require a keen eye for efficiency and an ability to align the team’s efforts with strategic goals. Driving engagement and development across the team will be key in maintaining high morale and ensuring consistent performance.
Please Note: This is role is operational and there will be an element of on call and out of hours contact needed.
