Rail Operational Standards Manager | Kineton | req121876
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As we continue to expand and enhance our rail operations, we're recruiting a rail standards professional to join us and ensure we deliver exceptional training.
YOUR ROLE
Reporting directly to the Head of Rail Operations and Safety, you will be an essential player in delivering top-tier rail operations and standards for Kuehne+Nagel Government and Defence Rail Operations. Your key responsibilities will include: Document Management: Review and update crucial rail safety documents, ensuring they govern how our rail activities are conducted. Rail Safety System Management: Ensure the Rail Safety System is fit for purpose, and maintain key documents such as the General Railway Rule Book, Local Railway Working Instructions, and Joint Method of Working. Training Excellence: Leverage your exceptional skills to deliver comprehensive rail-related training to all KNGD rail staff and update rail training policies to ensure they are current, valid, and appropriate for our operations. Expert Guidance: Provide practical support, advice, and guidance on safety issues to the Head of Rail Operations and Safety. Join us in this pivotal role and contribute to the safety and efficiency of our rail operations!
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver training to all rail staff upon joining the team or when required to ensure that they are competent to undertake their duties.
Undertake competency assessments for individuals which are mandated every 2 years.
Maintain the training matrix for all rail staff covering mandatory and functional training.
Manage and review the Rail Safety Management System; General Railway Rule Book and Local Railway Working Instructions, making updates once approved by the Head of Rail Operations and Safety.
Undertake a bi-annual inspection and compliance audit programme for all depots, producing a report upon completion, reporting observations and an action plan for their resolution within agreed timescales.
Carry out accident/incident investigations determining the causes and implementation of necessary remedial action to prevent a reoccurrence.
Report all risks or rail related concerns to the Head of Rail Operations and Safety which could affect rail staff, equipment, method of operating or infrastructure including mitigating action
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
Excellent understanding of Railway Operating Standards and procedures.
In depth understanding of LRWI's, MoW's and the MOD GRRB.
Ideally you will hold at least 5 years' experience of Managing Operating Standards.
Competent to Train and Assess Driving and Shunting Staff
Working knowledge of Health and Safety, Quality and Safety Management systems and Legal compliance requirements
Qualified Driver and Shunter or prepared to be trained to undertake the necessary training
Please be aware that by applying for this role, you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identity validation. This means that KN will ask successful applicants to provide certain information and documentation to enable these checks to be conducted.
Any appointment will then be strictly conditional upon, and subject to, the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks
GOOD REASON TO JOIN
As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment. You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.
26 days holidays plus bank holidays
2 volunteering days per year
3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme
A tailored personal development and training programme.
Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.
We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
Childcare Vouchers
Cycle to work scheme
Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more)
Refer a friend scheme As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation
ABOUT KUEHNE + NAGEL
With over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.
As an employer, Kuehne + Nagel stands for equal opportunity and we are committed to diversity in our teams with regard to people with disabilities. We believe that you can make a valuable contribution to Kuehne + Nagel and look forward to receiving your application.
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