Programme Director

In the Programme Director [Performance & Change] role, you will lead the Eastern Region performance improvement strategy on behalf of routes and region. You will be required to provide strategic advice to the routes and region in relation to performance. You will also build performance strategy capability in the routes and regions. Along with this, you will work with other parts of Network Rail, such as sGBR, ORR and other industry stakeholders to maximise performance outcomes within the Region., 1. Own the programme vision and maintain the alignment to Network Rail’s strategic direction.

2. Direct and lead the delivery and implementation of the programme, taking personal accountability for its outcome(s) and the realisation of their associated benefits.

3. Manage the programme’s governance arrangements according to appropriate requirements and quality, including timely assignment and discharge of Construction Design Management (CDM) duties where applicable.

4. Lead the interface with senior stakeholders and deliver effective interfaces and communications to all stakeholders.

5. Identify and manage the key strategic risks facing the programme.

6. Guide the organisation and its staff through the process of change and make necessary adjustments to programme deliverables to realise benefits.

7. Commission and chair reviews both during the programme and following programme closure that formally assess the programme’s continued alignment with its objectives, capability of delivery and measurable achievement of benefits.

8. Manage and support the programme teams.

9. Sponsor audit of programme and project documentation, activities, processes and systems.

· Extensive experience in a senior management role

· Experience of delivering strategic change programmes covering a budget of over £10m

· Effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills

· Sufficient seniority and credibility to advise programme and project managers on their projects in relation to the programme

· Demonstrable knowledge of programme and project management approaches

· Strong commercial focus and financially astute

· Educated to degree level

Desirable

· Formal Programme Management qualification (e.g. Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner)

· Knowledge of the rail industry, Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness of our safety vision.

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Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

At Network rail you will also have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications.

In joining Network Rail, you’re not only joining an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain’s best employers.

Network Rail Benefits – In addition to the above, you can enjoy a fantastic range of employee benefits, such as:

· 28 days annual leave + bank holidays

· 75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family

· 75% subsidised Season Ticket for work travel (includes Underground)

· A range of pension options

· Annual Performance Related Pay package

· Flexible and agile working arrangements

· Healthcare package

· Discounts on shopping

· Discounted Gym memberships and much more., Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including a choice of contributory pension schemes, a generous annual leave package, a bonus scheme and an annual 75% subsidy on season tickets costing up to £3,333 (to a maximum amount of £2,500). You will also be entitled to 28 days annual leave

Salary: £116,753 to £138,991 per annum.