- To manage the Network Planning Department:
- To manage a team of scheduler compilers and support the Service Delivery Director by:
- planning and overseeing the efficient use of the department's assets involving the optimum utilisation of buses, driving staff, operating sites etc.
- work with TfGM to develop and improve the network of services operated
- work with all departments to manage the smooth introduction of franchised bus services and subsequent contract changes to strict deadlines
- work with Service Delivery Team devising proposals to submit to TfGM to improve service reliability in the face of increased traffic congestion, changes to road layouts and long-term roadwork's (often at short notice).
- ensuring that the introduction of changes to schedules and operating procedures are introduced efficiently and with the agreement of the Trade Union.
- Ensuring that the most cost-effective schedules and rotas are compiled for each route, taking into account safety, reliability, acceptability and cost;
- Working with TfGM to develop and introduce improvements to timetables that improve the customer offering and / or improve the efficiency.
- Liaising with staff at TfGM to ensure that all aspects of the planning and introduction of franchised bus services are executed to the satisfaction of both parties, within agreed deadlines;
- Ensuring that Service Delivery Managers, Engineering Managers and Network Performance Managers are kept informed of franchised and operational requirements for each new or amended service;
- Assisting the Service Delivery Director in reviewing the operational performance of each individual route on a regular basis to determine what actions are required to improve service quality and maximise Performance Bonus Payments (or to minimise penalties);
- Assisting the Directors and Heads of Departments in the execution of their responsibilities;
- Working with Trade Union officials, at both Company and Depot level, to ensure that any changes to established working practices are resolved to the satisfaction of both parties;
- Guiding and assisting members of the Schedules Department in carrying out their tasks and keeping them informed of ongoing developments within the Business.
- Maintaining a full knowledge of current Operating and Scheduling Agreements;
- Maintaining a full knowledge of the Law relating to Domestic Drivers Hours regulations (where different from the Company Scheduling Agreement) and European Drivers Hours Regulations;
- Maintaining a full knowledge of the Company's operating area, particularly with regard to Depot and relief point locations;
- To maintain a full knowledge of the Schedules System and to be able to "trouble-shoot" for other members of the Team when necessary;
- To maintaining databases summarising output from the Schedules department;
- To formulating programmes of work, to specified deadlines that utilise the Schedules team effectively and efficiently;
- To ensure that members of the Department are utilised in the most productive way possible; especially considering strengths and weaknesses, and to train, guide and assist team members as necessary;
- To encourage Compilers to search for innovative solutions to scheduling problems;
- To manage the interface between the Schedules System and other computer programs that may be required;
- To provide information/data regarding schedules as required;
- Ability to lead and motivate a team to produce accurate, high quality work to maximise success of the department
- Experience of using computer-based scheduling software.
- Experience of Hastus Scheduling software desirable
- Good geographical knowledge of Greater Manchester, especially Metroline's operating area and depot locations
- Good understanding of franchised bus operations
- Good understanding of franchise and contractual procedures and obligations;
- Good understanding of financial and costing procedures;
- Knowledge of the Domestic Driving Hours Regulations
- Ability to recognise good cost-effective vehicle schedules and driver duty schedules.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Excellent presentation skills;
- Ability to analyse, prepare and present statistical data;
- Ability to lead, motivate and work as part of a team, using own initiative;
- Ability to use initiative and identify solutions when a problem or difficult situation arises.
- Must be proactive, methodical and results orientated.
- Ability to develop and maintain good relations with stakeholders, both internally and externally;
- Ability to manage and prioritise work tasks;
- A sound working knowledge of the Company's franchise obligations;
- A sound understanding of employment law and how it is applied in the workplace;
- Experience of consulting and negotiating with Trade Union representatives;
- Must be a team player and willing to develop others to increase team and individual performance.
- Basic 38 hours per week.
- Flexibility required for hours/days worked (including weekends) in line with requirements.
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