Timetable Planning Specialist

Why LNER?

We go beyond. For everyone. Our vision is to be the most loved, progressive and responsible way to travel for generations to come. Now we're looking for the people who can deliver this, every day.

Since we took over on the East Coast mainline, we've been changing the face of rail travel. Our new Azuma train has brought faster journey times, more space and greater reliability. Our exciting plans to embrace new ideas, experiences, backgrounds and ambitions make this the ideal time to join.

Bringing passion. Being bold. Always caring. Owning it. They're the values that make us LNER.

Are you on board?

LNER's purpose is to put heart into every journey. Covering 581 miles of track from London to the Scottish Highlands, we are ambitious about being the most loved, progressive and responsible way to travel by rail.

People, places and moving forward are top of our list. We embrace the communities that we operate in, welcome change and are determined to constantly improve everyone's travel experience across the nation. Together, we're driving innovation and transforming rail travel. By being on time, having more trains and more seats, to the huge leaps in engineering like our stunning Azuma train.

Operations Planning Team

As a Timetable Planning Specialist you will be part of the Operational Planning team. Our team of Operational Planners take the timetable ambitions of the business and our stakeholders and construct a plan which helps keep LNER delivering the amazing service our customers love.

What will you be doing as a Timetable Planning Specialist?

Our Operations planning team are at the forefront of ensuring that our timetable development is at the highest possible standard for both the company as well as our customers. As a Timetable Planning specialist, you will help develop timetables and train plans taking in to account any engineering access and in line with agreed industry timescales.

Communication within the Operational Planning Team and to the wider business is key, therefore part of your role will require you to be able to communicate the effect of timetable changes internally and externally to promote the company and use feedback to develop future amended timetable plans.

This is a role that will call on your ability to be organised as well as analytical. You will also be able to identify best practice and explore areas to continuously improve processes and procedures to enhance train service performance and customer service delivery.

Does this sound like the role for you?

As a key role in the business there are a few ‘must haves' to be successful. We are looking for someone who detailed knowledge of Timetable Planning as well as excellent understanding of Network rail's operational rules. Additionally:

• Understanding of Services Agreement (Regarding Timetables)
• Understanding of Train Planning Rules (TPR)
• T-12 Licence Condition
• Knowledge of LNER Operations, resources and route
• Network Code – Part D
• User of train planning systems
• Good understanding of LNER markets
• Understanding of Railway performance issues
• Understanding of Track Access Contracts
• Maths and English (GCSE Grade C or equivalent)
• A levels (or equivalent) or demonstrated planning experience at appropriate level

If you're ready for a new challenge and feel you meet the criteria outlined above, then we would love to hear from you.

To submit your application please click ‘Apply' now!

What you'll get:

• Free travel on LNER + 75% off other companies' tickets (for you & dependents)
• Discounted international train tickets (after one year's service)
• 50% discount on LNER tickets for friends & family
• Generous pension scheme
• Annual cycle to work schemes/electric vehicle scheme
• Discount, savings and cashback scheme from top retailers
• Health & wellbeing schemes and discounts
• Host of training opportunities to help further your career
• Rewards & awards to recognise when you shine

What we believe:

To be the most loved, progressive and responsible train operating company, we must make a meaningful difference – always doing what's right for our customers, our people, the communities and destinations we serve, the future of the industry we lead and the environment we cherish.

We know that our people are the beating heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, engaged culture that supports everyone at every stage of their journey – and ensures that when you're at LNER, you can always be you. No wonder most people never want to leave!

Diversity and inclusion
We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, representative of the communities we serve, and are creating ways to inspire diverse talent to join LNER.

Developing our people
We are focused on creating a learning culture, to support our people to be the best they can be at work by providing them with the tools and resources to navigate their development and career journey.

Health & wellbeing
To create a culture where our people can perform at their best, the physical health and mental wellbeing of our people is of paramount importance to us.

What next?

As we say, we have fantastic opportunities for ambitious people from all sorts of different backgrounds, so now is the time to join the team at LNER – without delay!

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