Access Planning Specialist Location Bristol, GB Department Name Wales & Western Region About Network Rail At Network Rail, we’re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We’re an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We’re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. GWR ticket alliance – Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 3 friends and family to use across the GWR network. Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. A range of Pension schemes to choose from Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support 5 days paid volunteering leave. 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. 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. Brief Description The team manages, control, negotiate and develop a safe, efficient and robust Route Engineering Access Plan, supporting the delivery of the Route Strategic Business Plan, minimising financial exposure and resolving access conflicts through industry engagement and consultation. In connection with this you will directly produce and manage the production of amended train service arrangements to reduce the overall disruption to the movement of passengers and freight in line with Network Code requirements. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: 1. Develop and manage the Engineering Access Statement and Period Possession Plan including Temporary Speed Restriction (TSR) strategies and compliance in accordance with industry timescales and standards. 2. Manage the Network Code late change control process and subsequent late disruptive access negotiations with customers, delivering the best overall industry value. 3. Negotiate and resolve issues under dispute and any access easement requests from TOC/FOCs, notifying appropriate constraints to Planning Teams and Work Deliverers. 4. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with TOC/FOCs, Planning Teams and Work Deliverers to facilitate delivery of the Engineering Access Plan, minimising exposure to Schedule 4. 5. Provide management, direction and support to the planning team, acting as a role model through coaching and mentoring, to develop and enhance team performance. 6. Support the process for identifying and co-ordinating Capacity Study requirements to maximise network capacity. 7. Provide Route input to National industry communications and media in connection with disruptive engineering access, including mapping and engineering lookaheads. 8. Identify and resolve root causes of possession related Train Delay attribution through investigation. 9. Promote a proactive continuous improvement culture, sharing knowledge and best practice across the industry. You will ideally have Essential Knowledge of relevant railway geography and network capability Knowledge of relevant train services and network capacity Able to work under pressure within a continuous planning process Able to evaluate complex factors and make decisions to maximise benefit to Network Rail Good communication skills and a customer focussed approach Influencing skills What could set you apart Desirable Knowledge of the Network Code and Track Access Conditions Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. Salary: This role is a Band 4C Role– £43,588- £49,037 per annum. Closing date: 27th November 2024. Late applications will not be accepted. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We’re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we’re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusionnetworkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (sharepoint.com). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we’ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you’re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application. Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates 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 Sentinel 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. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application. Skip navigation elements to page contents Home Jobs Home Jobs Search Recruitment Home Job: IRC2295677 Apply Now Access Planning Specialist Location Bristol, GB Department Name Wales & Western Region About Network Rail At Network Rail, we’re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We’re an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing. About our people and the recruitment process - We’re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members. A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train. GWR ticket alliance – Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 3 friends and family to use across the GWR network. Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site. A range of Pension schemes to choose from Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support 5 days paid volunteering leave. 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community. 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. To find out more about the benefits at Network Rail, click here. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here Brief Description The team manages, control, negotiate and develop a safe, efficient and robust Route Engineering Access Plan, supporting the delivery of the Route Strategic Business Plan, minimising financial exposure and resolving access conflicts through industry engagement and consultation. In connection with this you will directly produce and manage the production of amended train service arrangements to reduce the overall disruption to the movement of passengers and freight in line with Network Code requirements. About the role (External) Your Main Responsibilities will be to: 1. Develop and manage the Engineering Access Statement and Period Possession Plan including Temporary Speed Restriction (TSR) strategies and compliance in accordance with industry timescales and standards. 2. Manage the Network Code late change control process and subsequent late disruptive access negotiations with customers, delivering the best overall industry value. 3. Negotiate and resolve issues under dispute and any access easement requests from TOC/FOCs, notifying appropriate constraints to Planning Teams and Work Deliverers. 4. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with TOC/FOCs, Planning Teams and Work Deliverers to facilitate delivery of the Engineering Access Plan, minimising exposure to Schedule 4. 5. Provide management, direction and support to the planning team, acting as a role model through coaching and mentoring, to develop and enhance team performance. 6. Support the process for identifying and co-ordinating Capacity Study requirements to maximise network capacity. 7. Provide Route input to National industry communications and media in connection with disruptive engineering access, including mapping and engineering lookaheads. 8. Identify and resolve root causes of possession related Train Delay attribution through investigation. 9. Promote a proactive continuous improvement culture, sharing knowledge and best practice across the industry. You will ideally have Essential Knowledge of relevant railway geography and network capability Knowledge of relevant train services and network capacity Able to work under pressure within a continuous planning process Able to evaluate complex factors and make decisions to maximise benefit to Network Rail Good communication skills and a customer focussed approach Influencing skills What could set you apart Desirable Knowledge of the Network Code and Track Access Conditions Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide. How to apply (External) Salary: This role is a Band 4C Role– £43,588- £49,037 per annum. Closing date: 27th November 2024. Late applications will not be accepted. Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click ‘ apply now’ to apply. 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. Click here for more information. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We’re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we’re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusionnetworkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (sharepoint.com). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we’ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you’re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates 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 Sentinel 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. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application. ' jtitle ' ');var irc location.href.substring(location.href.indexOf('&p_svid')8,location.href.indexOf('&p_spid')); $('.x6d .xd5 > td:first-child').html(' ' jtitle ' Ref: IRC' irc ' '); $('span').css("color", "inherit"); }); Apply Now Copyright 2001 Oracle Corporation. All rights reserved. Privacy Statement