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Salary: £42528.00 - £47864.00 Per Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: WS10 0AR
Benefits: MML Pension, Annual Leave & Free travel on Tram & WM Bus for you and your partner
Rail Expansion Project Leader – Permanent Way
Location: Midland Metro Ltd, Wednesbury Depot, Potters Lane, WS10 0AR
Salary: £42,528 - £47,864 per annum, Depending on Experience
Contract: Full time, fixed term Contract – 9 months.
West Midlands Metro is your gateway to an exciting career in the heart of England's thriving West Midlands region. We are the driving force behind modern, sustainable urban transportation, connecting cities, towns, and most importantly – people!
We’re assembling a team of expert Project Leaders to drive the next phase of our expansion into Dudley – and this is your chance to own a vital part of that journey! You won’t be managing people; you’ll be taking charge of your discipline – Permanent Way and guiding it through to successful delivery.
Responsibilities:
* Shadowing the existing MML Team Leader in your respective discipline for the initial 3-month induction phase to gain network-specific knowledge and expectations.
* Acting as the lead discipline representative for all new assets introduced as part of the network extension.
* Carrying out static infrastructure checks and testing to confirm asset suitability and readiness for operational use and driver training.
* Verifying that asset installation is complete and in accordance with the as-built drawings and technical specifications.
* Coordinating and supporting the familiarisation and training of operational and maintenance staff in relation to new equipment and environments.
* Creating or updating maintenance schedules, procedures, and instructions aligned with manufacturer guidance and operational needs.
* Contributing to the collation, review, and handover of Health & Safety File data in collaboration with admin and Agility support teams.
* Supporting the development or amendment of policies and procedures required to manage new risks or configurations.
* Engaging in joint walkthroughs, snagging inspections, and review activities to sign off assets as ready for service.
* Supporting the Infrastructure Manager, Asset Handover Coordinator, and Technical Officer in achieving a coordinated and timely transition of new infrastructure into MML ownership.
* Ensuring all new assets are correctly registered and configured in the Agility asset management system with appropriate hierarchy, tasking, and scheduling.
Requirements:
* Demonstrable experience in Permanent Way Infrastructure.
* A strong understanding of maintenance principles, asset inspection, and safety regulations within a light rail or rail infrastructure context.
* Practical experience of interpreting technical drawings and documentation.
* Experience in coordinating operational readiness activities, including static testing and staff familiarisation.
* Familiarity with asset management systems (e.g., Agility or equivalent CMMS).
Desirable Qualifications:
* Experience working on new infrastructure handovers, extensions, or commissioning.
* Understanding of Health and Safety File requirements under CDM regulations.
* Knowledge of West Midlands Metro infrastructure and operational practices.
Other Requirements:
* Pass a stringent drugs and alcohol test, to be in line with the rail industry standards.
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