Timetable Planning Project Specialist

at  LNER

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?
At LNER, we’re on a journey to transform timetable planning and engineering access, ensuring seamless travel experiences for our customers, even during engineering works. We’re looking for a driven individual to join our team, to test new theories, develop innovative approaches, and deliver smarter operational plans. You’ll be at the forefront of change, collaborating with key stakeholders and ensuring our timetables keep the nation moving.

KEY SKILLS:

• Confident negotiator with strong communication skills, adept at balancing business priorities.
• Analytical, numerate, and commercially minded, you’ll need to understand the impact of your decisions on LNER’s success.
• Skilled in computer usage and spreadsheet applications, with experience in operational planning.
• Knowledge of railway operations and timetabling, alongside a solid understanding of Network Rail’s rules and LNER’s route.
  You’ll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, working at the cutting edge of railway planning. As we strive to enhance train service performance, you’ll help shape the future of our operations and ensure that our customers receive the best possible experience—every journey, every day.
  Ready to take on the challenge and help us do new things in rail travel? Apply today!

• Be the lead on capacity and timetable studies, shaping the future of rail travel during engineering work.
• Negotiate with Network Rail and Train Operators to ensure our routes stay open and efficient.
• Support colleagues with expert advice on timetable changes, always keeping the customer’s needs in mind.
• Communicate the impact of changes clearly, both internally and externally, using feedback to shape future plans.
• Work closely with the Performance team to track and improve service delivery.
• Collaborate across LNER teams and with industry colleagues to optimise our train plans and explore new methods of working.