Commonwealth Games Workforce Manager

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Commonwealth Games Workforce ManagerFixed Term ContractHours of Work: 36.5 per weekSalary: £40,461 - £45,536 per annum per annum + exclusive benefitsCloses: 2021-06-20 T11:59:00Location: 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SDTo support with the successful delivery of the Commonwealth Games Transport Operations, Transport for West Midlands is looking for a Workforce Manager to join its team. This role is critical to the successful selection and deployment of a Games Time workforce for the Regional and Spectator Transport Operation (RASTO) on behalf of Transport for West Midlands (TfWM). The post holder will be responsible for the planning, design, and delivery of workforce planning and operations, including supporting the training and workforce deployment, and will support post-Games reconciliation.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced workforce manager to support the successful delivery of Transport operations for Birmingham 2022. The post holder will also work closely with WMCA HR Team to manage all aspects of people management, review and update HR policies and contractual obligations in readiness for implementation and management of the team before, during, and immediately post-operations.As our Workforce Manager, you will design and deliver an operational workforce resource plan, to ensure diverse resource requirements are in place for operational/Games delivery. This will include the deployment of internal employees, contractors, and volunteers for the RaSTO team. In liaison with the Resourcing Partner, you will oversee the recruitment and selection activity, on-boarding and induction training of Games-time staff with RaSTO alongside WMCA HR colleagues.This role is being offered on a fixed-term contract basis until 31 August 2022.About youWere looking for someone with demonstrable experience of managing and deploying large staffing resources in complex operations environments. Youll have a minimum level 4 qualification in a HR/OD related subject or equivalent experience. Membership of a relevant HR/OD professional body is desired, but realty not essential.Solid knowledge and practical understanding of organisational HR practices that are appropriate to this role and workforce, and experience of working with the public sector or large, complex organisations would be great.About the teamThe Commonwealth Games will take place across the West Midlands in the summer of 2022. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to put the city and the region on the map. It will help deliver a healthier, happier, better connected, and more prosperous region for us all, with new and upgraded sports facilities, affordable housing, and by creating thousands of volunteer and job opportunities.Transport for West Midlands, part of the West Midlands Combined Authority, has been tasked with developing a transport plan for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. The plan will set out a strategic approach to planning and coordination of transport to support the Games. It sets out how spectators, athletes and Games officials, and personnel will be transported come Birmingham 2022, as well as detailing how disruption to those conducting unrelated travel can be minimised.About usOur role in the West Midlands has never been more important and in these extraordinary times weve shown we can step forward, speak up for our region, and bring people together. Everything we do is focused on making life better for people in the West Midlands - thats our reason for being here and it drives every move we make. We lead and support others to deliver our shared future vision for the region - a happier, healthier, better-connected place to live and work.As an employer, we fully believe that we are only as great as the people who work for us. We are committed to providing a positive, healthy, and inclusive working environment where our people feel valued and respected. We are a "Leaders in Diversity" accredited organisation, are in the Inclusive Top 50 Employers List, and are one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Women.Our employees feel they can make a difference and are excited by the growth and the potential to shape the future. As the WMCA is undergoing a period of significant change, our employees are engaging with what is going on and we are encouraging a culture where people feel they can contribute towards improvements.Were ambitious, forward-thinking, and determined to find better ways of working, always leading the way in what we do. We trust and support each other to get the job done and encourage creativity, originality, and curiosity from those who work with us. Were committed to creating an accessible and diverse workplace, one that nurtures an inclusive environment where our people can be themselves.If your values align with ours and youre committed to working towards creating a future we can all be proud of, we want to hear from you.Additional informationThroughout lockdown, most of us have been working remotely and as we begin to look forward to leading a more normal life, were planning a new approach to the way we use our office space. We want to develop a flexible approach to the workplace which retains some of the benefits of working from home. This hybrid approach will mean most of us working from home some of the time, blending the best of home and office working.We are committed to developing an organisation that is representative of the diverse communities that we serve and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The following groups are currently underrepresented: young people, Black, Asian, and ethnic minority groups, and women at senior levels.Please click Apply to be redirected to our online application site. Required skills

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'Workforce Manager'

'Operational Development Manager'

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