Purpose of the Role

 

Train planning in the UK involves scheduling train services, including determining their frequency, timing, and routing. Key responsibilities include:

 

Timetable Creation: Develop schedules that maximise rail infrastructure use while ensuring punctuality and reliability. Capacity Management: Assess track capacity to ensure services do not exceed limits. Integration: Coordinate with drivers, maintenance teams, Network Rail, other Train Operating Companies, and key industry leaders. Safety Regulations: Ensure all services comply with safety standards and regulations. Maintenance Scheduling: Plan regular maintenance of tracks and rolling stock to minimise disruptions. Person Specification

 

Good analytical skills Ability to quickly learn sophisticated train planning software Flair for negotiation and persuasion Ability to engage with customers and build collaborative relationships with stakeholders Experience in delivering to agreed timelines and standards Key Responsibilities

 

Build train timetables and constantly assess timetable data to determine the services you can offer. Consider and balance several important factors, including rigorous rules and guidelines to ensure trains are scheduled safely and efficiently. Account for critical maintenance and improvement work. Develop innovative solutions to the challenges of complex capacity analysis and optimisation, contributing to improved ways of working. Communicate directly with customers, explaining and negotiating the best possible schedules for them. What We Offer

 

Competitive Salary  26 days Annual Leave  Industry leading Life Assurance  Healthcare Cash Plan  Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme  Pension Scheme  Eye Care Vouchers  Long Service Award  Season Ticket Loan  Occupational Health Service