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We are recruiting an outstanding career opportunity for a business focused commercial HR leader to manage a team of generalist HR and Learning and Development professionals. Working for a multi-site operation, the company are based on the outskirts of Winchester, with easy access from Winchester, Southampton, Andover and surrounding areas. \n The Head of HR will be involved with aligning HR with business goals, developing people-focused strategies that support the company’s growth. \n Leading the HR team will involve the following responsibilities: \n\n • Oversee day to day HR operations, including employee relations, recruitment, learning and development, performance processes and HR administration\n, • Engaging with managers and senior managers across the business and developing strong working relationships to support them with day to day HR matters\n, • Responsibility for the HR and L&D budget, including forecasting, reporting and cost control\n, • Assisting managers with recruitment, including job descriptions, selection process and onboarding\n, • Working with the senior management team to facilitate change and ensure that the HR team are continuing to evolve\n, • Travel to different business locations to support managers, build effective working relationships and ensure visibility of the HR function across the business\n\n My client is looking for an HR professional who has experience of leading an HR team, ideally within a multi site operation. Experience within a retail or customer focused industry would be an advantage, although not essential. \n\n • The role requires a strong HR Generalist, qualified to CIPD Level 5 or Level 7, or equivalent relevant experience\n, • Proven experience of leading an HR team, ideally for a business with multiple sites.\n, • A commercial outlook combined with a people focused approach\n, • Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice\n, • Confidence in managing employee relations and providing practical and informative advice\n, • Experience managing recruitment processes\n, • Ability to work in a fast paced environment where adapting to changing business needs and operational demands is key\n, • Proven experience of committing to continuous improvement and delivering a high quality HR service\n\n Supporting all of the business operations, the Head of HR will be vital to strengthening the HR team’s capabilities, ensuring they deliver responsive and high-value services across the company. \n My client is offering a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, plus car allowance, pension scheme, private healthcare and employee discount. This is an onsite role, with regular travel to all of the business locations. Some flexibility is offered to work from home up to one day a week, as required on an informal basis. With multiple sites across the South, you will have a valid driver’s license and be willing to work at the Head Office near Winchester and travel to different properties as required. \n KnoxRecruit is the trading name of the office support specialism of eXactitude Resourcing Limited and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. eXactitude complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics.

Job Title: Railway Manager Location: Ropley and Medstead with some working at Alresford - Primarily on site working required Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum DOE Job Type: Permanent, Full Time The Watercress Line is Hampshire's heritage railway that preserves the experience and skills of railway engineering and operations and explains how railways changed society through the story of our Line. It operates between Alton and Alresford in Hampshire and was opened as a heritage line in 1977. The Watercress Line is a partnership between the Mid-Hants Railway Ltd that manages and operates the railway along 10 miles of track and four stations bordering the South Downs National Park; and the Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust that supports the Railway through fundraising and advocacy. The Watercress Line is a major regional employer of more than 45 staff; benefits from the volunteering services of more than 500 people to run the railway and keep it working; and is one of the top five heritage railways in the country and one of largest visitor attractions inHampshire with nearly 100,000 visitors per year. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Railway Manager. In this role, you will be reporting directly to the CEO and will be part of the Senior Management Team. This is an infrastructure role to manage the delivery and forward planning of railway works and projects in: Rolling stock engineering Permanent Way Signals & Telecoms Estates As the Railway Manager, you will be accountable for the infrastructure and engineering activity at The Watercress Line. The objectives of the role are to: Provide safe and compliant railway infrastructure Provide safe, compliant and appropriate rolling stock Manage and develop trained and competent staff and volunteers Develop and manage appropriate work banks of maintenance Develop and oversee strategic investment in the railway infrastructure, estate and rolling stock aligned with the business plan. You will be responsible for: Team Management Railway Infrastructure and Estate Management Safety Management Project Management Budget Management and Financial Planning Strategic Planning Experience and Qualifications: Successful leadership in the management of infrastructure, ideally in a railway environment, delivered in an open and transparent manner. A professional or QBE background in engineering: civil, mechanical or structural An understanding/experience of compliance with the CDM regulations and their application Experience of the management of volunteers alongside staff with volunteering experience at an appropriate level Experience of creatively managing limited budgets and balancing priorities A strong, practical and clear approach to risk management in order to determine policy and actions A high level of financial competence and acumen. Able to understand fully and manage business financial matters as well as project and department spend. An understanding of the obligations arising from Health & Safety legislation and how to apply these and other industry requirements in a transport and engineering environment. Has, or is able to obtain, sufficient knowledge of the rail industry to enable productive links with partners, regulatory bodies and other agencies to be developed and maintained An understanding of ROGS as they relate to heritage railways. PRINCE2 or other project management qualification Familiarity with HOPS or other competence management systems Skills and Aptitudes: Excellent interpersonal skills, able to inspire and motivate a diverse team of individuals including paid staff, volunteers, stakeholders and others Strong team player with a willingness to reinforce the successful challenge of traditional silos Enthusiasm for the development of staff, volunteers and apprentices High levels of business and commercial awareness Accuracy, attention to detail and the ability and drive to complete and finish tasks Ability to drive complex projects to conclusion Excellent influencing and negotiating skills developed at a senior level High levels of financial literacy Excellent networking skills, developed in a range of settings Personable, approachable and a good listener Benefits: 31 days including bank holiday allowance Travel benefits on the railway after 1 years' service. Discounts for railway events, catering and retail Employee Assistance Programme for free personal, legal, emotional and financial support. Please click APPLY below to complete your application via our website. Candidates with experience of: Head of Railway Operations, Infrastructure Engineering Manager, Heritage Railway Manager, Operations and Engineering Director, Railway Maintenance Manager, Rolling Stock and Infrastructure Manager, Senior Railway Project Manager, and Technical Services Manager may also be considered for this role. TPBN1_UKTJ