We own and operate a wide range of specialist rail plant. Our teams work in collaboration with our clients on a broad variety of activities, from small installation projects through to large complex engineering schemes across the UK.
Our highly skilled people hold competencies to operate and maintain a variety of on track machines such as tampers and ballast regulators, through to Kirow cranes and RRV’s with specialist attachments.
We work with clients across main line railways, depots, overground mass transit networks and tramways, along with private sidings and heritage railways, delivering a variety of projects, including maintenance, overhead line installations, bridge installations and track renewals.
The East Coast Digital Programme (ECDP) is a transformational programme with a vision to create the next generation railway that works better for people. ECDP and the deployment of European Train Control System (ETCS) brings significant change to the rail industry, with a once in a generation opportunity to transform how the railway works and is maintained for all users including On Track Machines, Freight, Charter and Heritage Operators and Passengers.
Working in partnership, Network Rail, Industry Partners, including the OTM Sector, the Government and Trades Unions, ECDP will upgrade the train control systems to create a more dynamic, more reliable, and more flexible railway. The Programme will introduce ETCS in the first instance on the East Coast Mainline South (ECML-S); i.e., between London King’s Cross and Stoke Tunnel, including the Northern City Line (NCL) between Moorgate and Finsbury Park, with further program roll outs in the future.
VolkerRail is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to driving transformative change within our industry. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and progressive workplace where talent and creativity thrive.
We have a great opportunity for a ETCS Systems & Change Analyst with robust change management experience based in Frodingham with travel to various locations.
You will be responsible for but not limited to:
- Change Management Leadership: Lead the planning and execution of change management strategies for major transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
- Strategy Development: Develop and communicate strategic plans for change initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Conduct detailed data analysis to identify business problems and opportunities, presenting findings and recommendations to the ETCS & Business teams.
- Ensure processes for the management of installed systems and infrastructure associated with on-board ETCS equipment to be in line with company guidelines or SOP (standard operating procedures) are developed, implemented and monitored.
- Responsible for the developing of scoping documents, risk assessments, hazard reviews. Assisting with the facilitation of HAZID workshops as required in respect of system infrastructure as required.
- Ensure processes for the management of the system related activity of train driving simulators, engineering training rigs and any other associated equipment, including installation, configuration, and testing operating systems, application software, and system management tools. Oversees the development of customised software and hardware requirements.
- Ensure processes for the management of system, cyber security, OKMS, DRACAS etc. are developed, implemented and monitored.
- Oversee the creation and delivery of training programs to support change initiatives, ensuring employees are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge Supporting training and communication as part of change management.
- Supporting the execution of System Integration / testing activities for digital delivery.
- Responsible for the production of detailed process maps to document and analyse current and future state processes, supporting clear understanding and improvement initiatives.
- Continuous Improvement: Monitor the impact of change initiatives, using feedback and data to drive continuous improvement and sustainment of changes.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across all levels of the organization as required, facilitating communication and fostering support for change initiatives.
About you
Essential:
- Experience in business analysis and change management, with a track record of leading successful change initiatives in a railway environment.
- Experience in the delivery of Digital Railway Signalling (ETCS) and Control Systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of ETCS project safety requirements and contract conditions.
- An excellent knowledge and understanding of Systems requirements from legal requirements and communicating and introducing these into a business.
- Proficient in digital systems, project management and data analysis tools.
- Proficient in MS office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Be able to communicate at all levels within the business as well as externally.
- Willingness to travel as required by the role.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
- Degree in Engineering, Business Management or equivalent.
- Excellent understanding of Information security requirements and processes.
- Knowledge of systems engineering software tools
- Leadership qualities and Organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerRail is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerRail are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Company Car or Cash Allowance
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
- Employee Assistance programme
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk
Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to careers@volkerwessels.co.uk
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
