Project Management Assistant (Change), Leeds Holbeck

Network Rail; Leeds; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity is available at a major railway organization for a role focused on assisting project management within safe working initiatives. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering projects while ensuring safety standards are upheld. Essential skills include proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, complemented by relevant qualifications such as HND/HNC or a degree. A commitment to inclusivity and the ability to adapt to a diverse work environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Good Microsoft Excel and Word skills are essential.
• Educated to HND/HNC level or have relevant work experience.
• Degree or equivalent qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Management team in project delivery to time, cost, and quality.
• Collate and distribute data to support project requirements.
• Monitor and report on project progress using available systems.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Education

HND/HNC or relevant work experience

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Minitab Software

Job description

Location

Leeds, GB

Department Name

AK NE AREA Services (844021) G4

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Brief Description

To provide assistance as required to the Safe and Effective Working project team in the delivery of projects. Safe and Effective Working is a dedicated team focused on the design, implementation and governance of a series of innovative planning and delivery improvement initiatives across the rail network. This work is focussed on protecting track workers from trains and delivering work as effectively and with the least impact to the travelling public and freight operators as possible. We are embedded across the geography of East Coast, North & East and East Midlands Routes, where we employ strong interdepartmental and cross-boundary approaches for strategic, realistic and purposeful change.

About The Role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist the Project Management team in the delivery of projects to time, cost and quality in a safe manner.
• Collate, format and distribute data to support project requirements. Cascade to internal and external parties where appropriate.
• Using the available reporting systems and guidelines monitor and report on project progress.
• Maintain and generate project and programme documentation in accordance with project reporting system guidelines.
• Participate in projects as required.
  
  
  

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Essential

• Good Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Educated to HND/HNC or relevant work experience
  
  
  

Desirable

• Good Microsoft Office skills
• Green Belt trained
• A degree or equivalent
• Skilled in use of Minitab Software package
  
  
  

How To Apply (External)

Salary: Circa £30,117

Closing date: 04/08/25. - Late applications will not be accepted.

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What does our recruitment process look like?

• Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.
• If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to an interview
  
  
  

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