Team Leader
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Colas Rail UK is seeking a Team Leader to manage OTM teams across the region, balancing frontline supervision with hands-on coaching for drivers, fitters and operators. You’ll train and assess colleagues, support the Regional Operations Manager, run monthly team briefs and oversee Personal Development Reviews, while driving safety and performance on a 24/7 roster. Essential: solid OTM experience, proven supervisory and coaching ability, clear safety reporting, strong communication, full UK driving licence, and good IT skills; plus flexibility to work weekends, nights and stay away from home when required. Apply with a CV that shows leadership, safety incident handling and rail standards knowledge, align with Care Share Dare, and even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Benefits include competitive pay, 34 days leave, life assurance, healthcare, pension, season ticket loan, and a Guaranteed Interview under the Disability Confidence Scheme.
Make your mark with Colas Rail UK
At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent - and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different.
This is true because...
- We value everyone as part of the same team.
- We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down.
- We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want.
- We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
- We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different.
- We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations.
About Us
Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure.
At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail.
Leading by our values
Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions.
We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.
We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent.
We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour.
Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role.
Purpose of the Role
In addition to fulfilling all criteria found on the OTM Driver/Fitter/Operator job description the Team Leader will be a front line manager; they will be responsible for all aspects of the management of the members of OTM region allocated to them. They will train and assess all other members of Colas Rail as directed and will provide adequate support and cover for the Regional Operations Manager.
Person Specification
- Previous working experience with OTM’s with extensive knowledge as a OTM Driver/Operator or Fitter/Operator or Multi Skilled Operator
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Training, mentoring and coaching ability and willingness to train in these areas
- Positive attitude and thrives in a busy and pressurised environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication - ability to take the lead on safety critical reporting and safety critical/non-safety critical situations
- Analytical problem solver
- Flexible, honest & punctual – Able to work weekends, bank holidays and a mixture of days and nights as part of a 24/7 shift-based roster
- Willingness to stay away from home (at company expense) when required
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Excellent communication skills
- Good computer skills (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe)
- Full knowledge of UK Rail Operations and Standards
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership and Development
- Guiding and inspiring your team members to work in a professional and respectful manner.
- Hosting monthly team briefs, keeping your team up to date with company news and events.
- Conducting team Personal Development Reviews (PDRs) annually.
- Supporting and encouraging team training and development needs.
- Achieving high standards through determination, commitment, and motivation.
Safety and Compliance
- Influencing and ensuring a safe working environment for all.
- Encouraging safety conversations and close call reporting.
- Lead by example - All activities must be undertaken in accordance with policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Reporting and Communication
- Ensuring the accurate reporting and recording of any real-time issues, including incidents, accidents, and environmental occurrences, in a professional and efficient manner, informing the appropriate parties within the correct timescales in accordance with company procedures.
- Responsible for machine service faults and failures being carried out and escalated to our maintenance department, communicating all issues affecting operational shift performance to relevant parties.
Adaptability and Additional Duties
- As you will expect, the organization may change from time to time, and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.
- Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.
What We Offer
• Competitive Salary
• 34 days Annual Leave
• Industry leading Life Assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Long Service Award
• Season Ticket Loan
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail.
We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process.
We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.
Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.