Job Description

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Brief Description

To manage the safe and effective delivery of Route Engineering Access plans through all aspects of pre, real time and post possession delivery and associated activities, minimising Route exposure to Schedule 8. Lead the first response and subsequent investigation into all possession related incidents, providing comprehensive reporting on all possession safety and delivery activities.

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

1. Lead a strong, challenging safety culture throughout all aspects of possession delivery activities including, but not limited to, PICOP briefings, competency assessment and possession assurance audits.

2. Lead, direct and manage all in house and contracted possession management staff, acting as a role model and mentor, implementing Network Rail policies professionally and efficiently.

3. Lead investigations into all possession related incidents/operational close calls, liaising and supporting with all Works Deliverers, Operational staff and possession delivery stakeholders.

4. Manage the safe and efficient delivery of all possession plans.

5. Manage possession delivery teams to minimise exposure to Schedule 8, facilitating right time service start up including contingency plans.

6. Manage compliance of possession management teams, buildings, vehicles and equipment in line with relevant company standards rules and regulations.

7. Support the development and validation of the Route Engineering Access plan through the planning process.

8. Produce all safety critical and delivery documentation for possession management activities as required to optimise safe and effective use of access opportunities.

9. Provide accurate and comprehensive possession reporting to works deliverers, operational staff and key stakeholders to enable continuous improvement.

10. Promote a proactive continuous improvement culture, sharing knowledge and best practice across the industry.

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Essential

\xc2\xb7 Relevant successful experience in a front-line delivery operations role

\xc2\xb7 Demonstrable leadership, management, motivational and communication skills

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of possession safety rules and regulations

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of relevant railway geography and network capability

\xc2\xb7 Analytical thinking and the writing of reports

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of factors and activities critical to efficient possession delivery

\xc2\xb7 Able to evaluate complex factors and produce business-led customer focused solutions

\xc2\xb7 Able to work well under pressure

\xc2\xb7 Able to engage with customers and build collaborative relationships with stakeholders

\xc2\xb7 Able to prioritise and organise workload to ensure deadlines are met

\xc2\xb7 Local / Formal incident and accident investigation competence

\xc2\xb7 PTS/IWA/COSS/PICOP/ AOD duties

\xc2\xb7 Excellent communication skills and customer focussed approach

\xc2\xb7 UK driving license

Desirable

\xc2\xb7 Protection Controller

\xc2\xb7 Engineering Supervisor

How to apply (External)

: \xc2\xa343,588 - \xc2\xa349,037

Closing date: 21st August 2023 - Late applications will not be accepted.

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At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact .

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.

In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours.

Drugs and Alcohol Standard:

Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard is changing as of 16.01.2023. All prospective candidates who have not been offered a conditional role by 16.01.2023 will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.

Network Rail Benefits -

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

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