About Transport for Greater Manchester

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is the local government body responsible for delivering Greater Manchester’s transport strategy and commitments.

More than 5.6 million journeys are made across Greater Manchester’s transport network each day.

They work closely with bus, tram and train operators to help improve the full journey experience. They own Greater Manchester’s bus stations, stops and shelters and invest in new, modern transport interchanges, and they also promote and invest in walking and cycling as safe, healthy and sustainable ways to travel.

Employees can make a request to reduce their working hours or change their working patterns under the company’s flexible working scheme. A number of working parents have made such requests and this facilitates employees managing their parental responsibilities.

In addition, the organisation does offer employees the option to work from home in situations where people are required to be at home for parental responsibilities.

What is it like to work for Transport for Greater Manchester

My Manager

78% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

Two leadership programmes focus on the development opportunity themes that result from 360-degree feedback. There’s also an online leadership and management resource, while eight employees have started on the Level 5 Management Apprenticeship standard. Executive coaching, peer coaching and mentoring are all available.

78% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

Giving Something Back

90% of staff agreed:

My organisation encourages charitable activities

A Health, Safety and Environmental Policy commits to reducing environmental impact. TfGM are certified to the ISO14001:2015 environmental management system. Their Energy and Carbon Strategy aims to reduce carbon impact by 3.8%, covering low-emission vehicles, improved biodiversity, sustainable staff travel and reducing waste.

90% of staff agreed:

My organisation encourages charitable activities

Fair Deal

62% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

With the Going the Extra Mile scheme, nominees get an instant recognition email and those that went above and beyond get extra recognition in the quarterly rewards. The peer panel recognise and celebrate those who have brought their core values to life.

62% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Gym

Companies offering either free gym/ sports facilities or offering subsidised gym membership for all employees
Pensions

Companies offering a final salary, non-contributory pension scheme to all staff or one in which the employer puts in at least three times
Development

Non work related training supported