Location: Bedford, GB
Department Name: MA EM MM Rostering Team (900003) G4
About Network Rail
Join Our Team at Network Rail! This is an exciting time to join Network Rail as we celebrate 200 Years of Passenger Rail: Innovating for the Future.
Network Rail operates and maintains the railway infrastructure 24/7, 365 days a year. From the first passenger railway in 1825 to today’s AI-driven predictive maintenance, the rail industry has continuously evolved.
We’re passionate about great service and commit to our service equation vision by “Putting Passengers First”. Performance, safety and getting the fundamental basics right is something we strive for, as well as asking ourselves - what can we do to put our passengers and freight users at the centre of everything we do?
Job Description
We’re seeking a motivated Resourcing Manager to head up a team of Roster Clerks and Operations Support Clerks. You’ll be responsible for producing safe, efficient, and cost-effective rosters, while delivering high-quality admin support to local managers.
This role covers the southern patch and will require regular travel between Bedford, Fleckney, and other nearby depots.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and support a multi-site team
* Ensure accurate and compliant roster production
* Provide effective operational and administrative support
About The Role:
What you’ll be doing:
* Lead and develop a team of resourcing professionals, providing direction, coaching, and performance oversight.
* Coordinate the creation of compliant rosters aligned with safety, efficiency, and cost targets.
* Ensure adherence to collective agreements, fatigue management policies, and terms of service.
* Collaborate with HR and Finance to support workforce planning, recruitment, training, and budget delivery.
* Provide accurate reporting and data insights to support operational decisions.
* Oversee payroll inputs, audit documentation, and support service contracts with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Act as secretary for local council meetings, supporting collective bargaining procedures.
What You’ll Bring:
* Proven experience in leading and developing teams.
* Strong decision-making, planning, and organisational skills.
* Clear and confident communication, with influencing and negotiation abilities.
* Expert knowledge of rostering principles and conditions of service.
* Familiarity with UK rail industry practices and Lean methodologies.
Desirable:
* Administrative experience and geographical knowledge of the route.
* Previous rostering experience.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring regular travel across Bedford, Fleckney, and other southern depots.
How To Apply:
Salary: Band 4B salary starting at £35,582 and raising to £42,218 dependant on experience.
Closing date: 30th September. Late applications may not be accepted.
Please note: Interviews will be held on 9th, 10th & 13th October, please ensure you are available for those dates.
Network Rail Benefits:
To find out about what benefits we offer, visit our website.
Recruitment Process:
* Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.
* If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to an interview.
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