Strategic Rail Planning Director

3 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom GTS International Ltd Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Rail Planning Director to join our team at GTS International Ltd. As a senior leader, you will be responsible for shaping the future of planning processes, mentoring a talented team, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of planners across specialized planning areas, fostering 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.
  • Strategic Process Management: Refine and establish processes across planning disciplines to enhance efficiency, project visibility, and collaboration.
  • Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement risk management strategies for possession and isolation planning, ALO working, and lift planning.
  • Technology Utilisation: Oversee the integration and utilization of planning tools and software to support safe work planning, project programming, and team coordination.

Requirements

  • 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.

Salary: The estimated salary for this role is £80,000 - £110,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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