For
the purpose of the expected award in Manchester for the project detailed below,
we are looking for expression of interest for the position of: Engineering Director
The
TfGM Metrolink is the largest tram network in the UK and a central component of
the Bee Network, supporting Greater Manchester’s ambition to deliver an
integrated, high-performing public transport system.
Key
Dimensions
- 103 km network across 8
lines - 99 stops/stations
- 46 million passenger
journeys annually - Approximately 871
employees - 147 trams (Bombardier
M5000) - 2 depots and 2 control
centres
Operations
- Combination of
segregated and street-running tram operations - Line-of-sight driving
with signalling at junctions - Operational hours:
approx. 05:30 – 00:30/01:30 - Peak frequency: 6
minutes (Mon–Sat), reduced on Sundays
Infrastructure
& Systems
- 750V DC overhead line
electrification - Ticket vending machines,
passenger information displays, and CCTV at all stops - Network Management
Centre and Disaster Recovery Centre
Contract
Overview
- 10-year contract (7+3
structure) - Scope includes
Operations, Maintenance, and Renewals
Strategic
Context (TfGM Objectives)
- Deliver high and
consistent customer satisfaction - Maintain safe and secure
operations for passengers and staff - Put people first through
workforce engagement and capability development - Maintain and grow the
network through performance and asset management - Ensure long-term
sustainability across financial, environmental, and operational dimensions
Growth
& Investment
- Network growth from 31.5
km (1992) to 103 km today - Significant ongoing
investment programme (~£1.6bn framework) - Planned enhancements
including new stops, fleet upgrades, control systems, and extensions
Your role as an Engineering Director
Lead
engineering, asset management, and maintenance strategy to ensure a safe,
reliable, and high-performing tram network aligned with TfGM requirements and
Bee Network integration.
Key
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver
asset management and maintenance strategies aligned with TfGM objectives - Ensure reliability and
performance of infrastructure and fleet, including ageing assets - Lead engineering and
maintenance teams across depots and network - Implement data-driven
maintenance, renewals, and lifecycle planning - Ensure compliance with
safety, regulatory, and engineering assurance standards - Support delivery of TfGM
investment and enhancement programmes - Contribute to network
performance, sustainability, and efficiency improvements - Support integration with
wider Bee Network systems and standards
Coaching
& Mentoring
- Develop engineering and
technical capability within the existing workforce - Mentor managers in
modern asset management, reliability engineering, and continuous
improvement - Promote knowledge
transfer and adoption of new tools, technologies, and practices
Key
Performance Indicators & Success Measures
- Delivery of contractual
KPIs across safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction - Achievement of TfGM
performance targets and contribution to Bee Network outcomes - Successful mobilisation
delivered on time and within agreed parameters (where applicable) - Measurable improvement
in operational performance and efficiency - Positive workforce
engagement and retention metrics - Demonstrable improvement
in capability and performance of existing teams - Strong stakeholder
satisfaction (TfGM and partners)
Candidate
Profile
- Senior engineering
leadership experience in rail, tram, or light rail systems - Strong expertise in
asset management, maintenance optimisation, and safety assurance - Experience delivering
fleet upgrades, renewals, and infrastructure improvements - Ability to lead change
and develop engineering capability within established teams
