Location

Milton Keynes, GB

Department Name

PL Advanced Timetable Analysis (552203) G3

About Network Rail

About Network Rail…

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

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. Click here to learn more.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. 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. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Brief Description

Vacancy Details

Duration: Permanent, this role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered.

Location: This role is based in QMK . For Quadrant: MK, you must live within 90 minutes of The Quadrant or be willing to relocate.

Band & Salary: Band 3B £46,701 - £53,589 per annum, any salary offered with be within the advertised salary range and is subject to experience.

Who are we looking for?

Are you ready to make a difference in people’s lives? At Network Rail, we are ensuring safe and efficient transportation of passengers and freight across the country. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To accomplish this, we aim to be an open, diverse and inclusive workplace, utilising the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Role modelling collaboration and communication across our industry partners will be second nature. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in a strong team, then this opportunity is for you!

Your application will be taken on its merits, any offers if successful will be conditional upon a visa with full right to work in the UK (e.g. Dependent Visa).

Where sponsorship is required, we can only sponsor where the requirements of the immigration rules are met.

About The Role (External)

About the team…

Join our dynamic team as a Project Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the UK rail industry. Your expertise will drive crucial decisions, impacting major programs such as High Speed 2, East West Rail, and Industry Review Programme. You’ll collaborate closely with regional peers and project teams, testing proposals to enhance capacity, connectivity, and network performance. Identifying innovative solutions to industry challenges, ensuring future timetables are robust and dependable. Your insights will guide industry decision-making through Event Steering Groups and Development Timetable processes. As an integral team member, you'll lead your own projects while supporting others. If you're an enthusiastic problem-solver ready to make a meaningful impact on tomorrow's rail network, we want you on our team!

What does the average day look like?

Project Management of large timetable changes requires considerable skill in collaboration and communication of the many stakeholders involved. Planning the overall project to deliver in time and to the performance and success criteria identified. Meeting with customer and colleagues to balance the multitude of desired outcomes, identifying how and when things need to be completed and tracking those activities closely. Assessing and communicating when trade-offs are required, pro-actively understanding stakeholder needs and communication to them individually and in wider groups. Leading on projects for customers and stakeholders around the country, develop strong relationships to drive improvements across the country in the timetable and for passengers and freight users.

but also in the development of safety plans and associated documentation.

Essential Criteria

• Expert knowledge of train planning systems and processes, including relevant sections of Access Conditions
• Detailed understanding of the railway industry, contractual matrix and regulatory regime
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of train service structure and commercial and practical implications of implementing changes to the timetable
• Proven analytical skills
  
  
  

For a full list of Key accountabilities, essential and desirable criteria. Please click apply and you will be redirected to the Network Rail external careers website where you can find the Job description.

How To Apply (External)

Closing date: 01 st June 2025. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.

Next Steps: Interviews will be held w/c 9 th of June 2025, depending on business requirements.

Contact: If you have any questions or reasonable adjustments, please contact recruitment support Recruitment [email protected] . Please ensure that you have the IREC number (IRC2315052) ready as you will be asked for this.

Some of our great benefits:

🌍 Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.

🌞 Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.

🎁 Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.

Defined benefit pension scheme

🚂 75% subsidy on train tickets.

🎟 ️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.

🕊 ️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.

Plus more….