The RailStaff Awards 2024

James Dobson

Avanti West Coast

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Nominations for Rail Manager of the Year

Lee Cox

Said the following about James Dobson:

“James came from a frontline position to help manage the Control Team on secondment. Within six months there were some organisational changes, James was thrown into the deep end and became the Control Manager.

Times were uncertain and having a detrimental impact on the Control team. James gauged the mood and the needs of the team; he quickly turned the morale around and gained the respect and trust more experienced colleagues.

His dedication, organisational skills, and willingness to listen helped turn a chaotic environment into more positive place to work.

In an ever-changing world James has been a constant, his attitude and willingness to meet challenges head on, have had a positive impact on the Control Team and wider Business. Company performance has improved dramatically over the last 12 months, James has taken work away from the Duty Control Managers allowing them to focus and lead the team to help achieve this.

James has grown into a well-respected leader and is highly thought of across the Business. He has an old head on young shoulders and has excelled in a position usually reserved for someone a lot older.“