Operations Team Manager - Caledonian Sleeper

Scotland | Other

Operations Team Manager

Caledonian Sleeper

Hybrid role (based out of London and Central Belt, with requirement for travel)

Full Time, Permanent

£44,024 per annum plus benefits

 

Caledonian Sleepers forms a vital part of Scotland's transport network, regularly moving over 300,000 trips per year with an anticipated increase to 350,000 over 15 years, Caledonian Sleepers will manage and operate all aspects of the network with total revenues of £800m over its 15-year contract term. The contract will have a workforce of over 100 employees and together with several key 3rd party suppliers, will deliver the core service and specialist projects, providing a unique 'one stop shop' solution for Transport Scotland and their business, tourism, and leisure aspirations.

 

We are currently looking for an Operations Team Manager to join our team who will be responsible for the leadership and line management of our Train Managers and/or Shunter teams. The post holder will look after all elements of people management including performance, absence management, and conduct management and will be responsible for driving engagement through regular my catch ups, communication, and visibility. They will work closely with the safety management team and build a strong understanding of the competency management framework and how the Train Managers and Shunters operate within it and ensure all operational staff are safe and competent.

 

The Operations Team Manager will be required to work closely with the Guest Experience Team to ensure we deliver consistently for the front-line teams and guests, and work closely with the wider business to ensure any issues are resolved quickly and in line with the agreed processes. They will drive continuous improvement through identifying opportunities, generating ideas and implementing change.

 

What you'll need to do the role:

  • Previous line management experience.
  • People management skills including recruitment, HR, absence management, performance management.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage own workload.
  • Knowledge of railway operations is preferred.
  • Operational experience of delivery customer service within a transport or hospitality environment.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Self-motivated and ability to motivate others.

 

What we offer:

  • Are you looking for a company who can be flexible to fit around you? Then look no further! Caledonian Sleeper offers a range of shift patterns and can offer a great degree of flexibility to our candidates.
  • Complementary travel for employee and dependents on Caledonian Sleeper and Scotrail
  • Reduced travel within most rail operators within GB
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Friends and Family discounts
  • Final salary railway pension
  • Access to health insurance scheme
  • Access to Serco Benefits package discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships
  • Extensive training and development

 

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Expiry Date
02/06/2023 02:47:00
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