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ReferenceIRC560378
RecruiterNetworkrail
Industry SectorOther Track, Permanent Way jobs, Track / Permanent way Engineer jobs , Track Design Engineer jobs, Track, Permanent Way jobs
SalaryNegotiable
LocationsMilton Keynes, Rail jobs in UK
Contract TypePermanent
Date Posted02 February 2012

Job Description
Department & how it relates to the role





Network Rail is planning to transfer certain activities of our business to a new National Centre which will open in Milton Keynes during 2012. You should be aware that this position will be included in this move.

About the role (External)



Provide industry direction for the development of Track assets as part of a holistic systems approach to improve industry safety and reduce industry costs. Lead rail industry technical development, the development of Tracks system engineering design principles and the long term strategy for Track assets for the railway of the future.





· Determine the industry technical strategy for the use of new and existing Track equipment and systems. Provide input to the development of Track policy, optimised on the delivery of industry outputs.

· Lead the technical input to the development and management of Track standards, specifications and engineering competence requirements.

· Lead the identification of opportunities to improve railway Track management to deliver overall industry improvement to safety and efficiency. Manage projects to agreed cost, time and quality to develop and accept technology based solutions.

· Identify opportunities for technological innovation, instigating and capitalising on research. Establish the business case, including risk analysis, for the further development of initiatives.

· Establish the key technical interface for manufacturers who wish to supply equipment to the railway. Influence the development of technology to meet industry needs.

· Provide expert technical advice on Track equipment and systems to Network Rail, the rest of the industry and to external bodies.

· Lead technical discussions with industry bodies to further Network Rail’s and UK rail industry interests and influence the development of British, European and rail industry standards and statutory requirements on behalf of the Head of Engineering.

· Lead the management of recommendations arising from investigations and provide the technical input to technical investigations.

· Provide expert technical input and advice on the acceptability of new or modified products and systems and on the compatibility of new rolling stock with Track infrastructure.



Essential



· Chartered Engineer

· Significant relevant experience of railway engineering

· Sound knowledge of policies and standards relating to engineering

· Holds relevant professional licences or capable of achieving within two years

· Knowledge of the engineering safety management and risk assessment processes

· Proven project management experience

· Sound understanding of the principles of business case analysis



Essential Leadership Capabilities



· Creating Solutions – Legacy

· Influencing others – Role Model

· Putting the Customer First – Good

· Thinking Flexibly – Good



Desirable



· Experience in a safety critical role

· Experience in both maintenance and projects

· Experience of leading assurance activities
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