West Midlands Metro

Rail Expansion Project Leader Civils 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. Benefits : MML Pension, Annual Leave & Free travel on Tram & WM Bus for you and your partner 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! With a strong presence in the heart of England, we play a crucial role in connecting communities, enhancing mobility, and contributing to the economic development of the region. Our sleek trams provide fast, convenient, and eco-friendly transportation solutions, reducing road congestion, lowering carbon emissions, and fostering a greener future for the West Midlands. 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 Civils and guiding it through to successful delivery. Each role is a standalone, high-impact position for someone who is ready to bring their specialist knowledge to a complex, city-shaping infrastructure project! The Team Leader will be responsible for supporting the safe, compliant and efficient transition of new infrastructure into Business As Usual operations. Along with this, as one of our Infrastructure Team Leaders, you will be responsible for: 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 support the familiarisation and training of operational and maintenance staff in relation to new equipment and environments. Creating or update 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. To be successful in this role, you must possess: Demonstrable experience in Civils 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). It would be desirable if you also possess: 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. For this role, you must: Pass a stringent drugs and alcohol test, to be in line with the rail industry standards. Start your career journey with us today! West Midlands Metro is the place to be if you're passionate about growth, sustainability, and making a difference in your community. Click on APPLY today! This vacancy will remain open for up to 6 weeks from the date of publication. However, please note that we reserve the right to close the posting earlier if we identify suitably qualified candidates to move forward in the selection process.

Network Manager Rail Location : Wednesbury Depot, Potters Lane, Wednesbury, WS10 0AR Salary: £40,892 £46,023 Depending upon experience Contract : Full time, Permanent Benefits : MML Pension, Annual Leave & Free travel on Tram & NX Bus for you and your partner 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! With a strong presence in the heart of England, we play a crucial role in connecting communities, enhancing mobility, and contributing to the economic development of the region. Our sleek trams provide fast, convenient, and eco-friendly transportation solutions, reducing road congestion, lowering carbon emissions, and fostering a greener future for the West Midlands. We are now recruiting for a Network Manager to assume responsibility for providing and maintaining a safe, reliable and efficient operation of the West Midlands Metro network. You will manage safety critical tasks, maintaining safety critical competencies, including tram driving. You will lead a team of Network Controllers, providing appropriate training and mentoring to the team to build a professional culture within the Operational Control Centre (OCC). In addition to this, as our Network Manager you will be responsible for: Planning and implementing departmental strategy and policy. Managing operational responses to incidents and network disruptions. Monitoring weather forecasts and implement adverse weather procedures. Ensuring optimal service delivery before, during, and after special events. Directing the Network Controller (NC) to maintain service quality in normal and disrupted conditions. Reporting serious incidents to the OCC Manager or On-Call Manager. Liaising with emergency services, transport operators, and regulatory bodies as required. Collaborating with customer services to provide accurate service updates. Communicating effectively via phone, radio, text, or email. Logging incidents, updating systems, and reporting lost mileage to management. Reviewing and implementing operational plans, procedures, and policies. Managing post-incident investigations, including CCTV, radio, and phone reviews. Conducting disciplinary hearings (up to Level 2). Providing daily reports, service updates, and detailed incident reports. Identifying trends affecting performance and service delivery. Monitoring and reporting network faults using Spotlight. Overseeing operational staff rosters in collaboration with the Crew Supervisors. Monitoring and managing the OHLE power supply via SCADA. Conducting drug & alcohol testing and fire evacuation drills. Leading performance reviews, 1-2-1 meetings, and information cascades. In order to be successful in this role, it s essential that you have: Relevant light rail / rail transport industry experience in an operations department. Proven experience with incident management. Network operations and customer service experience. Experience in using Office 365 and Share Point on a regular basis. Excellent interpersonal skills alongside a strong attention to detail. It would be great if you had: A degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area. An ILM Level 3 5. We prioritise a safety-first culture and require all team members to uphold strict health and safety standards, actively promoting safe practices across the team. If you re ready to make an impact by supporting a safe and efficient tram service, apply today to join our dedicated team at West Midlands Metro! Click on APPLY today!

Rail Engineering - Expansions Interface Manager Location: Wednesbury Depot WS10 0AR - Office based role with some home working. Salary: From £70K per annum, DOE Contract: Full time, Permanent Benefits: MML Pension, 25 days annual leave and free travel on Tram and West Midlands buses for you and your partner click apply for full job details