Head of Maintenance Delivery at Network Rail in London, England, United Kingdom | From GBP116,753 | Kablio

Role

Description

safety management

asset performance

maintenance delivery

contract management

incident investigation

performance monitoring

Direct the management of safety within the geographical area and act as a role model in the promotion of safety and environmental excellence across all areas of control.
Undertake safety tours and set the framework for safety, work quality and asset condition checks within the team.
Provide input to business plans, policies, standards and network strategies.
Manage the development and implementation of safety, asset performance, reliability, productivity and efficiency initiatives. In conjunction with Head of Operations Delivery create plans to address customer needs and performance issues.
Act as the Designated Competent Person (DCP) for both formal and local investigations. Report on accidents/incidents and undertake investigations as required.
Lead delivery of maintenance in compliance with policies, procedures and standards and direct the effective management of contracts.
Achieve financial, technical and safety targets agreed with the Chief Operating Officer. Monitor business performance of delivery units through periodic reviews.
Inspire excellence in the quality of service provided to Network Rail’s customers.
Create a culture to enable customer and frontline employee feedback to be reflected in policies and procedures to deliver continuous performance improvement.
Direct the team to achieve business and functional objectives and meet key performance measures. Create an engaging and motivating working environment in accordance with company values.

Requirements

chartered

railway

health safety

financials

leadership

management

Successful experience of managing business unit financials
In-depth understanding of the railway industry and its needs and interfaces
Significant knowledge of rail industry
Proven ability to influence decision making and build cross functional / cross company relationships
Input to the development and implementation of national maintenance reliability, productivity and efficiency improvement initiatives.
Chartered member of relevant professional body or equivalent experience
Able to demonstrate in depth knowledge and experience of health and safety management and compliance management processes
Knowledge of relevant standards and procedures
Significant successful experiencein management in a dynamic complex environment
Able to demonstrate in depth knowledge of railway infrastructure maintenance processes and techniques
Able to demonstrate understanding of NR safety management system
Recognised maintenance leadership capability

Benefits

£8000 car allowance
75% off leisure travel for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
75% off the cost of a season ticket for travel to work
A choice of contributory pension schemes
£3270 Inner London Working Allowance

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

mandatory security vetting clearance required; offer conditional on obtaining clearance.

Company

Overview

20,000 miles of track

Rail Network Span

The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.

30,000 bridges

Managed Structures

Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.

Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system.
Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets.
Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership.
Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects.
Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts.
Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK.
Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions.
Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers.
Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK.
Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.

Culture + Values

Safety first, always.
We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
We are committed to doing the right thing.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.

Net Zero 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.

Inclusion & Diversity

40% Women

Senior Leadership Target

Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.

Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.

Articles

Feats of engineering

Network Rail Consulting – California High‑Speed Rail

Construction, design and management

Role

Description

safety management

asset performance

maintenance delivery

contract management

incident investigation

performance monitoring

Direct the management of safety within the geographical area and act as a role model in the promotion of safety and environmental excellence across all areas of control.
Undertake safety tours and set the framework for safety, work quality and asset condition checks within the team.
Provide input to business plans, policies, standards and network strategies.
Manage the development and implementation of safety, asset performance, reliability, productivity and efficiency initiatives. In conjunction with Head of Operations Delivery create plans to address customer needs and performance issues.
Act as the Designated Competent Person (DCP) for both formal and local investigations. Report on accidents/incidents and undertake investigations as required.
Lead delivery of maintenance in compliance with policies, procedures and standards and direct the effective management of contracts.
Achieve financial, technical and safety targets agreed with the Chief Operating Officer. Monitor business performance of delivery units through periodic reviews.
Inspire excellence in the quality of service provided to Network Rail’s customers.
Create a culture to enable customer and frontline employee feedback to be reflected in policies and procedures to deliver continuous performance improvement.
Direct the team to achieve business and functional objectives and meet key performance measures. Create an engaging and motivating working environment in accordance with company values.

Requirements

chartered

railway

health safety

financials

leadership

management

Successful experience of managing business unit financials
In-depth understanding of the railway industry and its needs and interfaces
Significant knowledge of rail industry
Proven ability to influence decision making and build cross functional / cross company relationships
Input to the development and implementation of national maintenance reliability, productivity and efficiency improvement initiatives.
Chartered member of relevant professional body or equivalent experience
Able to demonstrate in depth knowledge and experience of health and safety management and compliance management processes
Knowledge of relevant standards and procedures
Significant successful experiencein management in a dynamic complex environment
Able to demonstrate in depth knowledge of railway infrastructure maintenance processes and techniques
Able to demonstrate understanding of NR safety management system
Recognised maintenance leadership capability

Benefits

£8000 car allowance
75% off leisure travel for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
75% off the cost of a season ticket for travel to work
A choice of contributory pension schemes
£3270 Inner London Working Allowance

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

mandatory security vetting clearance required; offer conditional on obtaining clearance.

Company

Overview

20,000 miles of track

Rail Network Span

The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.

30,000 bridges

Managed Structures

Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.

Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system.
Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets.
Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership.
Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects.
Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts.
Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK.
Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions.
Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers.
Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK.
Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.

Culture + Values

Safety first, always.
We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
We are committed to doing the right thing.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.

Net Zero 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.

Inclusion & Diversity

40% Women

Senior Leadership Target

Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.

Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.

Articles

Feats of engineering

Network Rail Consulting – California High‑Speed Rail

Construction, design and management