Job title: Head of Technical Policy & Strategy
Company: Network Rail
Job description: At Network Rail, we’re dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you’re not just part of a team – you’re part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.We’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we’ll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. You can visit for advice on accessibility support.If you’re ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!Vacancy DetailsDuration: PermanentLocation: This role is based in London Enterprise House. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered.Band & Salary: Band 1B £97,850 – £112,283Closing date: 13th April. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.Next Steps: Interviews will be held W/C 28th April, depending on business requirements.Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of ourBrief DescriptionWho are we looking for?
The Head of Technical Policy and Strategy for Future Control, Command and Signalling Systems will lead the development of policies and strategies for GB railways taking a whole industry perspective including Network Rail, Train/Freight Operators and their Supply Chains.About the role (External)About the teamThe System Authority is an independent centre of knowledge and excellence, offering unbiased guidance and support to Duty Holders, Digital Railway Project Entities, and the wider industry on Future Control Command Signalling (F-CCS) technologies. It promotes a unified code of practice and a systematic approach to planning, delivering, and operating F-CCS technologies.By considering overall system risk and optimisation, the System Authority ensures that generic F-CCS solutions are compatible across the GB Rail Network, achieving long-term sustainability and full industry benefits.What does the average day look like?
The Head of Technical Policy and Strategy will lead the ‘Guiding Body’ function within the System Authority for F-CCS Systems. The role includes co-ordination between system development programmes and delivery projects associated with F-CCS Systems to provide alignment with the F-CCS Industry Vision and Policy and the F-CCS Digital Masterplan.The F-CCS Industry Vision and Policy provides the framework that links F-CCS systems to business benefits including passenger/freight customers. The Head of Technical Policy and Strategy provides support to development and delivery projects in their application of the Industry Vision and policy and provides the focal point for issues resolution at an industry level including Network Rail, Train/Freight Operators and their supply chain. Being the focal point for the industry requires good communication and influencing skills along with an understanding of how F-CCS Systems can be integrated into the whole railway system to provide benefits for customers, stakeholders and all affected industry parties.The Digital Masterplan is a whole industry plan to address the challenge of renewing the current GB Signalling system. Aligned with the F-CCS Industry Vision and Policy, the Digital Masterplan recognises the need to adopt F-CCS technologies in order to deliver the required renewal volumes within industry cost and resource constraints. The Head of Technical Policy provides support to NR Regions, Train/Freight Operators and their Supply Chains in their application of the F-CCS technologies and processes such that Signalling renewal programmes can be delivered in a way that addresses the challenges highlighted in the Digital Masterplan.Essential Criteria· Chartered Engineer or equivalent experience· Substantial engineering experience including digital railway and legacy systems· A sound knowledge of industry wide policies and strategies associated with digital railway solutions· Proven ability to manage system engineering activities in a business environment· Strong and proven communication, coordination and negotiating skills.· Proven influencing and persuasion skills· Corporate member of relevant professional institutionHow to apply (External)Some of our great benefits:🌍 Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.🌞 Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.🎁 Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.Defined benefit pension scheme🚂 75% subsidy on train tickets.🎟️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.🕊️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.Plus more….BPSSAll offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Expected salary: £97850 – 112283 per year
Location: London
Job date: Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:10:06 GMT
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