Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to become a Regional Community and Sustainability Manager!
Working closely with the Stakeholder Manager and two other regional Community and Sustainability Managers in other regions, you will have responsibility for delivering the Northern Community and Sustainability Strategy across the East Region, in order to deliver against our committed obligations to the Rail North Partnership (Department for Transport and Transport for the North).You will be the main contact for Community Rail Partnerships (CRPs), station adoption groups and other community groups in the region. You will work collaboratively with your community stakeholders to build a strong, coherent and integrated regional network.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the main contact for Community Rail Partnerships (CRPs), station adoption groups, and community stakeholders.
- Build a strong and integrated network across the East Region.
- Manage the Station Adoption Fund and deliver CRP-related projects with station teams.
- Deliver the Northern Community and Sustainability Strategy.
- Support Environmental and Energy Management Systems and training.
- Implement resource efficiency and other environmental initiatives as per the Sustainability Strategy
- Work with the East Stakeholder Manager and Community Marketing Manager to drive collaborative efforts.
- Respond to stakeholder correspondence and inquiries.
- Present information and strategies to a variety of audiences.
Extensive regional travel required to fulfill responsibilities.
Does this sound like you?
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal, informal, and formal).
- Extensive network within the transport sector to boost engagement.
- Knowledge of local communities and regional sustainability needs.
- Analytical skills to assess funding requests and make viable recommendations.
- Ability to translate environmental and sustainability challenges into actionable rail strategies.
This role is perfect for someone passionate about community engagement and sustainability , eager to create lasting positive impacts in the rail industry. ✨
Up to £45,000 DOE
All our roles are offered, subject to passing a medical
About Northern:
We are transforming… and we are on the lookout for smart, forward thinking and motivated people to join us on our journey.
You’ll help us to grow our business during this exciting time, shaping rail travel in the North and providing our customers with a service to be proud of. If this sounds like you, then you’re in the right place.
We’ve got lots of great things planned and we need more like-minded people, contributing fresh ideas, passion and commitment to bring our vision to life.
You’ll be joining a business that values its people, where hard work is rewarded, and development and progression ensure we retain and attract the very best talent.
Northern plays a vital role in the north of England by connecting tens of thousands of people to work, leisure, education and more every day. Our aim is to connect people to opportunities by providing a reliable and friendly train service. We have made significant progress since we started but there is much more that we want to achieve.
Benefits and Rewards:
- By working as part of the Northern team, you will receive the following benefits:
- Free Travel on Northern services – for you and your family*75% discount on all other Train Operating
- Companies leisure services
- Pension Scheme
- A generous holiday entitlementMaternity and Paternity Benefits – above the statutory minimum
- Full uniform for frontline facing roles
- Employee Assistance Programme – operating 24/7, giving a wide range of advice, support and useful information for employees
- And many more!
Terms and conditions apply.
Our selection Process:
Our selection processes are designed to make joining Northern as smooth as possible, it not only provides us with the information we need to decide whether you’re the right person to deliver a great service to our customers, but also to make sure we’re also the right team for you.
Your on-line application:
The first thing you need to do is complete our online application form and tell us a little bit more about yourself. Once we have all your details, we will be back in touch to let you know what to expect.
