The RailStaff Awards 2024

Nominations for Rail Manager of the Year

Cordell Warner

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“From the start Jaimie has always trusted me and put faith in me, I came into the rail industry for a career after working in various jobs and always having a feeling of something missing and I can honestly say she has assisted me to become the best possible version of myself.

She continues to drive me to do more and aspire to be better for myself and everyone around me. This has had a knock effect on my whole work team. Jaimie even on her days off & even on holiday is there for us and will answer any text or phone call to assist us without hesitation. On one occasion she drove over 100 miles round trip to provide us with PPE to work a shift at midnight which was on her day off! If that isn’t the Rail Manager of the Year then I don’t know what is! She’s one in a million and we’re lucky to have her.“

Rebecca Gray

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“Jaimie is an outstanding manager and always goes above and beyond for all. Jaimie has worked in the rail industry for 10+ years and all staff have the greatest respect for her and will work all hours to make sure that clients and candidates are attended to. Jaimie is always so attentive and has taught me so much and knows the industry inside and out. Jaimie is a role model her work ethic is outstanding and her leadership skills as a manager match. Jaimie has created a strong team bond within the office and is willing to help anyone.

Jaimie has taught me SO much since joining her team and is a great role model. Jaimie is always on the ball and always one step ahead and will make sure that the whole team are supported. Jaimie has the best drive and determination in her work and that shows in her reputation with clients and candidates.

Jaimie definitely deserves this nomination.“

Rachel McDermott

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“Jaimie goes above and beyond every single day, wether it be to help any member of staff within the working day or after hours. She always ensures she checks in on the staff to make sure they’re ok or if they need anything. She is always there if anything needs to be done with in a timeframe. Jaimie is a great manager to all. She always makes fair decisions regarding the welfare of staff.“

Phill Keys

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“I have known Jaimie for many years and she always ensures everyone is given every opportunity to succeed. She will always provide help, support, and guidance to all who need it. She makes everyone feel at ease with her approach to management. Best of all she adds a personal touch. She remembers everyone has a family outside of the railway. She will always ask about partners and children, and offer congratulations following weddings and births.“

Aaron Hollywood

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“I nominated this individual because even at the busiest times at work, and snowed under, she will always make the effort to get back to resolve any problems/issues, not like other companies I have had the pleasure to cross in my career of 25yrs on the railways“

Christopher Betts

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“She is DE BOMB.

She has looked after me and my team since I can remember she always puts others first and always takes the time to see how you are even though she’s been to hell and back herself

Give her an award or I will kidnap your cat? Only joking.“

Robbie Haytack

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“I think Jaimie manages Coyles Rail very well and she is always very spot on to speak to about work and does her best to get shifts that are close for the individual.

I came to the industry brand new as a Blue Hat and had been knocked back by lots of other agencies. Jaimie took the time to speak to me and learn what I wanted to do as a career and gave me the opportunity no one else did. Jaimie is the best I am now working full-time as a White Hat and have future courses booked. Coyle Rail is the best agency in Yorkshire and Jaimie is the best manager“

Robert Harris

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“Jaimie takes a strong personal interest in each of the contractors she is responsible for finding work placements for. This requires a lot of extra time and attention, but, as a result, we contractors are not just offered random placements that would suit Coyle, we are found placements which, wherever possible, suit our career paths through the industry and our own personal preferences for type of work and work locations.

In pursuit of this higher aim, Jaimie strives to get to know each and every contractor on the books of Coyle, talking us through possible career paths and the associated extra training requirements, and then following through to open the doors which make so much difference to our earnings potential and our job satisfaction.

This personal connection is something I feel would be hard to find elsewhere in the industry and inspires in me a loyalty towards Coyle. This benefits both myself as a contractor as well as Coyle itself, which, surely, is the perfect balance which the organisation would hope to find in its choice of Rail Manager.

I really don't know how much more an organisation could ask of its Rail Manager and I sincerely hope that Jaimie finds success in this year's Rail Staff Awards.“

Jamie Brace

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“Top boss

Always helpful

Very professional“

Hayley Cavanagh

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“I would like to nominate Jaimie for the effort she puts into her work. She works endlessly to make sure that staff have what they need no matter what time of day it is, and even on her days off. She is constantly keeping up with training so that she knows what each role consists of so she can make sure she picks the staff who are the best fit for those roles.

I have also worked out on track with her as well, she shows the same amount of passion for her job even in the cold and rain, joining in with the staff doing the work. She also joins in on a more personal level having a laugh with everyone or being there to give advice and a shoulder to cry on if they need it.“

Vasanti VARSANI

Said the following about Jaimie Butel-Foley:

“Jaimie has been tremendous help since I have joined Coyles. She has been supportive in the 'Siemens project' we have had some challenging moments- but overcome them.

She has been good team player, always willing to help and will ensure out of work hours she will address any escalations immediately.

We don’t work at the same office, so we met at Winter Party, she was very warm hearting person. Was funny and bubbly.

I wish she wins this competition as she deserves it.

She is an asset to Coyles as her service been long standing. Shows loyalty towards Coyles.

Good Luck Jaimie“