Permanent Way Supervisor
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £44,262 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Excellent Benefits! |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | WS10 0AR, WS10 0AR |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | West Midlands Metro |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 151/2025 |
Summary
Permanent Way Supervisor
Location: Midland Metro Ltd, Wednesbury Depot, Potters Lane, WS10 0AR
Salary: £44,262 per annum (including on-call rota)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Core hours 07:00 - 15:00, with occasional night work
Benefits: MML Pension, generous annual leave, free travel on tram & WM bus for you and your partner
Join West Midlands Metro - Driving the Future of Urban Transport
We're shaping the future of sustainable travel across the West Midlands, connecting communities and reducing congestion with modern, eco-friendly tram services.
Now, we're looking for a Permanent Way Supervisor to lead and inspire our infrastructure team.
About the Role
As a Permanent Way Supervisor, you'll play a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our track infrastructure.
Working closely with the Team Leader, you'll oversee maintenance and repair activities, manage priorities, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supervising maintenance and repair work on the West Midlands Metro permanent way.
- Conducting inspections and ensuring quality standards are met.
- Deputising for the Team Leader when required.
- Reviewing and maintaining Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) documentation.
- Supporting project planning, installations, and commissioning of new systems.
- Driving a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
- Managing contractors and prioritising work using a risk-based approach.
What We're Looking For
- Level 3 qualification in permanent way and track maintenance (or equivalent).
- Management qualification (ILM Level 3 or equivalent).
- Experience in leading teams within a safety-critical environment.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Training & Development Opportunities
We believe in investing in our people. If you're passionate about rail infrastructure but don't tick every box, we'll provide training and development opportunities to help you grow into the role and advance your career with us.
Start your journey with West Midlands Metro today - apply now and help us keep the region moving!
Click on “APPLY” today!