Head of Planning - Rail
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- England,Yorkshire and The Humber,West Yorkshire
- full-time
- £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
Job Description:
Job Opportunity: Head of Rail Planning
Location: Nationwide (Flexible)
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for rail planning and a track record of driving operational excellence? Join us as our Head of Rail Planning, where you will shape the future of planning processes, mentor a talented team, and ensure projects are delivered efficiently and safely.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
*Lead, mentor, and develop a team of planners across specialised planning areas.
*Foster a collaborative, high-performance work environment by breaking down silos.
Planning Oversight
*Direct and integrate planning efforts across the business to ensure alignment with project timelines and budgets.
Compliance Oversight
*Ensure all planning activities comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including NR/L2/OHS/019, GERT8000 Rule Book, lifting standards, and Any Line Open (ALO) planning.
*Implement and enforce protocols to maintain compliance, conducting audits and providing training to keep the team up to date.
Strategic Process Management
*Refine and establish processes across planning disciplines to enhance efficiency, project visibility, and collaboration.
Stakeholder Collaboration
*Work closely with directors, project managers, operations, and commercial teams to optimise delivery and planning processes.
Risk Mitigation
*Develop and implement risk management strategies for possession and isolation planning, ALO working, and lift planning.
*Identify potential project issues and delays, addressing challenges proactively.
Technology Utilisation
*Oversee the integration and utilisation of planning tools and software to support safe work planning, project programming, and team coordination.
Skills and Experience Required
Education
*Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, or a related field (preferred).
Experience
*Minimum of 10 years in a senior planning role, with experience managing large teams across multiple planning disciplines within the rail sector.
Industry Knowledge
*Comprehensive familiarity with all planning disciplines, including a strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Leadership Skills
*Proven ability to lead and scale teams, with a talent for developing individuals to achieve their full potential.
Technical Proficiency
*Advanced knowledge of planning software, procedures, and standards such as those of Network Rail and RSSB.
*Strong analytical skills and experience in data management.
Communication & Collaboration
*Exceptional communication skills, capable of fostering strong relationships across all levels and translating complex planning requirements for diverse teams.
For immediate consideration please send your CV and contact details to .
Best regards
Richard Wakeland
Search Partner
GTS Transportation
Location: Nationwide (Flexible)
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for rail planning and a track record of driving operational excellence? Join us as our Head of Rail Planning, where you will shape the future of planning processes, mentor a talented team, and ensure projects are delivered efficiently and safely.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
*Lead, mentor, and develop a team of planners across specialised planning areas.
*Foster a collaborative, high-performance work environment by breaking down silos.
Planning Oversight
*Direct and integrate planning efforts across the business to ensure alignment with project timelines and budgets.
Compliance Oversight
*Ensure all planning activities comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including NR/L2/OHS/019, GERT8000 Rule Book, lifting standards, and Any Line Open (ALO) planning.
*Implement and enforce protocols to maintain compliance, conducting audits and providing training to keep the team up to date.
Strategic Process Management
*Refine and establish processes across planning disciplines to enhance efficiency, project visibility, and collaboration.
Stakeholder Collaboration
*Work closely with directors, project managers, operations, and commercial teams to optimise delivery and planning processes.
Risk Mitigation
*Develop and implement risk management strategies for possession and isolation planning, ALO working, and lift planning.
*Identify potential project issues and delays, addressing challenges proactively.
Technology Utilisation
*Oversee the integration and utilisation of planning tools and software to support safe work planning, project programming, and team coordination.
Skills and Experience Required
Education
*Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, or a related field (preferred).
Experience
*Minimum of 10 years in a senior planning role, with experience managing large teams across multiple planning disciplines within the rail sector.
Industry Knowledge
*Comprehensive familiarity with all planning disciplines, including a strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Leadership Skills
*Proven ability to lead and scale teams, with a talent for developing individuals to achieve their full potential.
Technical Proficiency
*Advanced knowledge of planning software, procedures, and standards such as those of Network Rail and RSSB.
*Strong analytical skills and experience in data management.
Communication & Collaboration
*Exceptional communication skills, capable of fostering strong relationships across all levels and translating complex planning requirements for diverse teams.
For immediate consideration please send your CV and contact details to .
Best regards
Richard Wakeland
Search Partner
GTS Transportation
Job number 1751779