This post is critical in the development and delivery of robust SSOW plans. The role will involve close liaison with a wide range of people, within and external to Invensys Rail. These include Field Operations, Engineering and Projects staff as well as Network Rail.

Key Accountabilites

• Responsibility for production of project SSOW plans to time and budget
• Ensure the safety culture is authentic zero accident / incident.
• Plan safe systems of work for nominated projects with appropriate safety and performance measures applied, within required timescales
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of SSOW plans
• Produce plans compliant with operational standards, rules and procedures
• Attend site to identify risks / hazards, enabling production of robust SSOW plans
• Book track access as required through Network Rail’s Green Zone Access process
• Ensure appropriate protection staff and equipment are booked / confirmed within timescales
• Ensure appropriate risk assessments are carried out prior to issue of SSOW plans
• Assist in resolving track access conflicts to deliver the Invensys plan, whilst minimising commercial risk
• Identify risks associated with work on or near the line and put in place mitigation measures
• Deliver safe and efficient engineering access, whilst maximising access opportunities
• Develop effective working relationships within Invensys, our delivery partners and key stakeholders.
• Support / assist the Engineering Access Manager as necessary with Invensys business requirements

Measures

• Accident and incident measured against targets and good safety culture maintained within the team
• Quality of Plans produced
• Non compliances raised during audits
• Undertake IPMS and personal development in a timely manner

Essential Skills and Experience

• PC literate with experience in the use of Windows packages
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Good communication, organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong safety awareness
• Able to prepare and implement effective plans
• Highly motivated, with a commitment to the Invensys values

Qualifications or Certifications

• PTS (AC/DC), COSS and SSOW (Core Planner level 2) qualifications
• Membership of Institution of Railway Operators (desirable)