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“Robert is always actively looking for ways to encourage the staff he manages to develop and progress within SWR and beyond. He uses our regular Time with the Manager meetings as well as other conversations to get an understanding of how someone sees their plans for the future and any aspirations they have. Using this information, he looks out for existing or new courses, when they become available, and matches the course to the person. He also gives people ideas of what they can achieve that they may not have thought of themselves – Robert is always proactively looking for ways to help enhance colleague motivation through development as well as the station environment for all.
He has initiated several innovations to help staff learn and develop including the introduction of a dedicated Learning & Development space that is quiet and away from distractions and has a computer linked to the courses. This can be booked online by all staff. Robert also has produced a handy hints & tips guide for applying for jobs that include interview tips, sample questions, how to fill in applications and prepare CV's. He also encourages and arranges that his staff can visit the place they are applying to get a feel for the job and find out more before applying.
I myself successfully got a 12-month secondment thanks to Robert and his innovations and enthusiasm for helping his staff has also seen several others move on to other positions and takes he pride in knowing he has helped and is genuinely happy for them, this is what I believe makes a great leader and a better manager – Robert stands out to be as a very supportive individual who will always go the extra mile (even out of office time) to help, a worthwhile nomination and candidate for the Rail Staff Awards.“
“Over the past year as a manager, he has invested his time in guiding me and letting me know what potential I have within the company. He has been so supportive and has always been there if I have needed him. He spends time talking me through areas I could improve and where I am strongest. He has shown me a clear path of possibilities in the company that I may not have thought I was ready for.“
“I have nominated my manager, Robert Porter, for this award because he always goes above and beyond to enable me to develop my skills and knowledge within the railway industry. Robert has not only helped me build on myself as a customer service assistant but has given me the skills and accessibility needed to grow and progress. Robert is very supportive as a manager and always demonstrates proactivity towards myself and colleagues.“
“I have nominated my manager, Robert Porter, for this award because he always goes above and beyond to enable me to develop my skills and knowledge.
In the short time that Robert has been my manager at Kingston, he has not only helped me build on myself as a Station Supervisor but has given me the skills and accessibility needed to grow and progress within South Western Railway. Robert is very supportive as a manager and always demonstrates proactivity, understanding and compassion towards myself, colleagues and the general public.“
“Absolutely amazing night last night at the Rail Staff Awards at the Ricoh Arena Coventry, good friends, new friends, great entertainment, well done to all the winners and finalists”
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