ERTMS Project Assurance Lead

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solutions provider is seeking an experienced ERTMS Programme Assurance Lead to guide assurance efforts on a critical digital rail project in Leeds. The role involves developing assurance frameworks and engaging with key stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have proven experience in rail programmes and strong regulatory knowledge. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with a flexible work location.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Final Salary Pension

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading assurance on major rail or ERTMS/ETCS programmes.
• Strong knowledge of CSM-REA, safety cases, and regulatory engagement.
• Skilled communicator with stakeholder influence across complex programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement assurance frameworks across safety, technical and regulatory areas.
• Engage with key stakeholders: ORR, Network Rail, and industry partners.
• Lead on hazard/risk management, safety case delivery, and system integration evidence.

Skills

Leading assurance on major rail programmes

Knowledge of CSM-REA

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

CEng status (bonus)

Job description

ERTMS Programme Assurance Lead

Leeds (location flexible) | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Final Salary Pension + Benefits

A nationally critical freight programme is rolling out ERTMS across the UK rail network and we're looking for an experienced Assurance Lead to shape its success.

You'll lead the assurance strategy, own APIS/PIU delivery, and ensure full compliance with safety and regulatory frameworks including CSM-REA, 4-SP, and ESAC. This role is central to modernising freight operations through cutting-edge digital signalling.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and implement assurance frameworks across safety, technical and regulatory areas

• Engage with key stakeholders: ORR, Network Rail, AsBo, and industry partners

• Lead on hazard/risk management, safety case delivery, and system integration evidence

• Advise senior leadership on risk, compliance, and industry standards

• Champion a culture of assurance and safety throughout the programme

What you’ll need:

• Proven experience leading assurance on major rail or ERTMS/ETCS programmes

• Strong knowledge of CSM-REA, safety cases, and regulatory engagement

• Skilled communicator with stakeholder influence across complex programmes

• (Bonus) CEng status, knowledge of 4-SP, ESAC, and freight operations

This is your chance to lead assurance on one of the UK’s most impactful digital rail programmes—driving innovation, compliance, and the future of freight.

Apply now or message for a confidential chat, or send a CV to Connor at [e-mail]

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation