Job Title: Works Manager Communications, Signalling & Electrical (C,S&E) Salary: £55,000 per annum Location: Gosforth Benefits: Defined benefit pension scheme. Free local travel on Metro, buses, and Shields Ferry for you and a companion. 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Access to a range of employee benefits including high street discounts, occupational health services, and a Cycle to Work Scheme. Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Works Manager to lead our Communications, Signalling & Electrical (C,S&E) team based in Gosforth. Reporting directly to the Head of Infrastructure Works Delivery, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient delivery of capital-funded planned construction and engineering railway infrastructure asset renewals. Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Lead and manage the Communications, Signalling, and Electrical Infrastructure Works Delivery Team as a Works Manager, ensuring high-quality work is delivered on time and within budget. Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environment, and technical specifications and standards. Lead in undertaking reviews, audits, inspections, and investigations to maintain safety and regulatory compliance. Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, conveying technical information as required. Represent the Infrastructure Works Delivery Service Area at senior stakeholder meetings. Financial Management: Develop and manage the annual financial budget for the team, ensuring efficient resource allocation and fiscal prudence to achieve budget targets. People Management: Lead employee relations and Trade Union aspects of the team, promoting diversity, inclusion, and respect. Ensure resources within the team are suitably robust to deliver the Capital Programme. Professional Development: Take responsibility for personal and team professional development, engaging with wider industry groups, benchmarking, and standards. Requirements for Works Manager: HNC or higher qualification in a relevant engineering subject. Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within the rail or transportation industry. Excellent planning, organization, and prioritization skills with a keen attention to detail. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards. Full driving license is essential.