Job Description

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!Brief DescriptionTo produce cost effective and efficient rosters for nominated employees compliant with the relevant operational standards in line with current rostering principles and competency requirements. Monitor the competency database to manage future safety critical competency expiries.About the role (External)Key Accountabilities:1. Compile and publish rosters using the Corporate Rostering Tool in accordance with National Rostering Principles, company policies and standards.2. Prepare rosters for employees undertaking weekly / daily rostered duties. Covering sickness, annual leave, training, briefing and special arrangements. Liaise with local managers to crosscheck roster data.3. Manage short notice roster alterations liaising with all affected employees and line managers, including gaining verbal confirmation where necessary. Respond to and resolve any queries relating to roster issues.4. Compile and control leave records, including input to the production of annual leave rosters.5. Make roster arrangements for medical examinations and interviews.6. Make roster arrangements for safety critical competence expiries, training plans, training courses and briefings.7. Monitor and maintain competency data so that no base roster shifts are left uncovered due to expired competencies.8. Carry out pre and post payroll interface checks to validate roster data. Submit late notice roster changes to payroll.9. Gather and analyse fatigue data and highlight issues to the relevant line manager.10. Provide information and data to support the routes reporting requirements.Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications:Essentialxc2xb7 Excellent knowledge of national rostering principlesxc2xb7 Previous successful experience in prioritising workloads and delivering to deadlinesxc2xb7 Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skillsxc2xb7 Previous successful experience of analysing data and producing reportsxc2xb7 Understanding of conditions of service applicable to rosteringxc2xb7 Understanding of roster systemsxc2xb7 Demonstrable ability to accurately manage data and attention to detailxc2xb7 Previous successful experience of working in a team and engaging with virtual team membersxc2xb7 Able to demonstrate good general IT skillsDesirablexc2xb7 Understanding of pay arrangements for rostered staffxc2xb7 Geographical knowledge of the routexc2xb7 Knowledge of the UK rail industryHow to apply (External)Salary: xc2xa329,071Closing date: 22nd May 2025. - Late applications will not be accepted.Click apply now to apply.What does our recruitment process look like? * Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.

• If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to an interview.

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