Rail Stakeholder Manager
I have an exciting opportunity for a Rail Development Rail Stakeholder Manager to join a client of mine based in Sheffield You ll be joining an organisation dedicated to shaping the future of South Yorkshire tackling important issues like transport infrastructure housing skills development and job creation They work closely with local councils businesses and community groups to deliver impactful projects that make a real difference to the region s economy and quality of life You will be responsible for leading and managing a team of two officers and oversee a budget of £ 175 000 - you will act as a key stakeholder to all the regional TOC s ensuring that their plans align to the companies ambitions and the best outcome is delivered for the customers
Responsibilities for this Rail Stakeholder Manager role - Oversee the implementation of policies at local level across the South Yorkshire region ensuring that rail services through the region and beyond allow passengers to connect with essential services for work education healthcare and leisure- Work collaboratively with key stakeholders including TOC s TfN and Rail Noth Committee to ensure that the requirements of South Yorkshire are represented
- Act to protect timetables to ensure continuity of service and lobby for improvements in connectivity and capacity across the regional railway
- Provide input and influence int matters relating to rail contracts that connect South Yorkshire to the wider region and beyond through regular attendance at Transport for the North (TfN) and Rail North Partnership meetings
- Manage the Rail Team and budget of £ 175 000 in order to provide operational direction support and accountability and that the budget is allocated to achieve best value for money
- Support the implementation of strategies in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders
- Act as the lead to review analyse and response to TOC business plans and ensure compliance with Train Service Requirements as laid out in the franchise agreement collating regional views and providing consolidated responses in the best interest of the region
- Proactively develop and contribute responses to future consultations on the rail network and forthcoming franchises
- Good knowledge of the light and heavy rail industry
- Good knowledge of the regional rail network and associated station assets
- Awareness of relevant rail-related legislation and it s application
- Substantive previous experience in a similar management role including managing stakeholders
- Previous experience in overseeing the management of assets
- Pension
- 28 days annual leave Bank Holidays
- Flexible hours - 7am - 7pm
- Hybrid Working - 3 days in office
How to apply for this Rail Stakeholder Manager If you are interest in this position then please apply via this job board or drop me an email - email address removedApply now for further details and immediate consideration for this Rail Stakeholder Manager role Navartis are an equality and diversity recruitment agent and employer Service advertised by Navartis are that of an Employment Agency Business