Project Management Assistant

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Sector: Project and Program Management

Role: Assistant

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

About Network Rail
Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter.

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. 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.

This is a nationwide hybrid position with regular travel to Milton Keynes, London, and York offices required (travel is company funded). Please note we do not provide sponsorship for this position.

Brief Description
The Role:

The Digital Transformation team within Network Rail Training is developing blended learning solutions that will include digital simulation, ensuring our Network Rail colleagues gain and retain skills using the latest technology, and allowing for more flexibility and improved learning outcomes for learners.

The team is currently supporting the East Coast Digital Programme to deliver European Train Control System training to Operations and Maintenance staff across the Route. This work is likely to grow as other NR Routes and Regions adopt the same technology. The team also works closely with technical colleagues developing the digital training solutions, making the role an exciting one, surrounded by the development and implementation of the latest technology.

As a Project Management Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the project team to ensure successful project delivery. You will provide assistance in key areas, including project coordination, administrative support, and stakeholder communication. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy problem-solving, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist the programme and project management team in the delivery of projects.
2. Deliver individual projects or parts of projects in a safe, sustainable, and environmentally responsible manner to time, cost, and quality.
3. Provide a professional, consistent, and effective project management service including the use of performance indicators and project reporting systems.
4. Manage the production of project management plans and other associated project management documents.
5. Manage project budgets within agreed targets and provide periodic updates through the management review process.
6. Deliver regular progress reports on projects, including relevant risks and issues, to the Programme Manager.

• Generous annual leave (28 days plus bank holidays), with the option to buy/sell days.
• Pension schemes.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
• Up to 75% off leisure travel for you and your family (subject to terms and conditions).
• Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
• Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
• Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
• Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
• Generous maternity and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software/tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Previous experience in a project management environment is a plus but not essential.

• Educated to HNC/HND level or relevant work experience.
• Microsoft Excel and Word skills.

• Working towards, or qualified Project Manager (Prince 2 or APM).
• Knowledge of the operational railway.
• Knowledge of European Train Control Technology.
• Experience working in a training environment.
• Associate Member of the Association for Project Management or other professional body.
• Good Microsoft Office skills including Microsoft Project skills.
• Degree in a relevant subject.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a company driving the future of UK transportation. Gain exposure to exciting projects and develop your project management skills. Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Company

Every day, 4.8 million people use our network. Keeping Britain moving and building a better railway for the future is full of challenges – but also tremendous opportunities.

From our commitments to your development, our range of benefits and our approach to Diversity & Inclusion, we believe there are many reasons to join the team at Network Rail.

We’re proactive in empowering employees with the knowledge to help them progress. We encourage all our employees to be ambitious and offer great training and career development opportunities.

Your health, wellbeing and benefits

We believe that safety and performance go hand in hand and this doesn’t just mean safety on the railway! We are committed to the wellbeing of our employees and believe that should come first.

We provide access to support services such as our employee assistance program to help you with finances, family, health, and wellbeing. In addition to this, we offer excellent benefits, are sensitive to work-life balance, and encourage our employees to use their 5 volunteer days for their favourite causes.

What Diversity and Inclusion means to us

‘Diversity’ means recognising differences between people while valuing the contribution they make. ‘Inclusion’ means creating safe and welcoming workplaces with fair cultures that encourage innovative and fresh ways of thinking.

Our aspiration is that the behaviours and actions that support diversity and inclusion will come from the conviction of everyone here at Network Rail – making diversity and inclusion a conscious part of how we run our business throughout Britain.

Disability Confident Leader

Network Rail is an accredited Disability Confident Leader. This means, where a disabled applicant meets the essential criteria for any of our vacancies, they will receive an interview.

Find out more about our recruitment process here.