ERTMS Assurance Lead – Safety, Compliance & Strategy

Freightliner; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading intermodal logistics operator in the UK is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to develop and implement an assurance strategy for the ERTMS Programme. Responsibilities include managing compliance with Network Rail assurance processes, leading supplier and stakeholder engagement, and ensuring the effectiveness of risk management practices. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the rail sector, particularly in assurance management, and will be a strategic thinker focused on delivery.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Pension scheme

Developmental opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in complex rail systems environment.
• Understanding of regulatory processes.
• Ability to manage risks and safety assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Programme Assurance Plan.
• Engage with ORR and regulatory bodies.
• Manage assurance-related risks and documentation.

Skills

Experience leading APIS/PIU assurance

Knowledge of ERTMS/ETCS deployment assurance

Stakeholder management skills

Regulatory engagement management

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent

Job description

A leading intermodal logistics operator in the UK is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to develop and implement an assurance strategy for the ERTMS Programme. Responsibilities include managing compliance with Network Rail assurance processes, leading supplier and stakeholder engagement, and ensuring the effectiveness of risk management practices. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the rail sector, particularly in assurance management, and will be a strategic thinker focused on delivery.