We have an exciting opportunity to join Avanti West Coast as a Team Organiser within the Control team on a six-month fixed-term contract!

Working within our fast paced Resource centre requires a dynamic and engaged individual looking to use this opportunity to gain insight into an exciting and complex industry.

If you're looking for a stepping stone into a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on career development, don't miss this opportunity.

The Team Organiser will be responsible for administrative tasks to support the day-to-day operations of the Control Team. This includes overseeing administrative tasks, coordinating team activities, and ensuring the team is running efficiently and effectively. The role will work closely with the Control Management team by undertaking tasks to support their duties.

Key responsibilities of the role include

• Assist operations and planning teams with scheduling, paperwork, and coordinating activities.
• Manage budget and expenses, process invoices, ensure compliance with policies.
• Act as liaison for taxi provision contract between control and Procurement team.
• Ensure team compliance with company policies, focusing on financial governance.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling, reporting, and handling confidential information.

Please see role profile for further information.

What sort of experience are we looking for?

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits include:

• Railway pension scheme
• Free travel on Avanti West Coast for you/spouse/partner/dependents
• Privilege Travel card (75% off other train operators fares for leisure travel)
• 30 days holiday rising by 1 for every completed year of service to a maximum of 37 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 10 free journeys on other First Group Train Operator

At Avanti West Coast, we value the differences that make each of us unique! Avanti West Coast recognises the benefits of building a diverse workforce and employing people from diverse backgrounds, which includes their race, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability and sexual orientation.

Everyone who joins Avanti West Coast becomes part of our close knit team. We're committed to ensuring that Avanti West Coast is inclusive, a place where people are encouraged to be themselves, and not an edited version to fit in. A place where differences are welcomed, recognised, accepted and put to good use!