Rail Compliance Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in external maintenance seeks a Compliance Coordinator to ensure adherence to regulations and standards. This role involves managing compliance activities, supporting audits, and maintaining effective communication across teams. Join a supportive environment with growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Yearly bonus scheme

Share options

Free flu jabs

Online private GP service

Subsidized gym memberships

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt plans.
• Strong attention to detail in capturing and reporting data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assurance procedures to maintain compliance.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Manage data and ensure effective communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ground Control is a leading external maintenance business and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment for our customers and their communities.

We're a purpose-driven, values-centered business, on a mission to realize the potential of human nature by bringing together people, places, and the planet.

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Position: Compliance Coordinator

Location: North of England

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday / FTC, 6 months

What you’ll do:

The Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all activities, processes, and systems adhere to legal regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies. This role involves maintaining quality standards, supporting audits, facilitating communication, managing data, and ensuring the seamless execution of compliance-related activities across various teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assurance Reporting: Oversee and implement assurance procedures to maintain compliance with Network Rail standards and GC procedures. Track and analyze data for continuous improvement and highlight discrepancies.
2. Audits and Inspections: Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
3. Compliance Management: Ensure alignment of all activities with industry regulations, company procedures, and planning processes. Collaborate with the rail planning team and wider rail and infrastructure teams to maintain compliance.
4. Teamwork and Communication: Maintain effective communication with various project stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, clients, and regulatory authorities.
5. Systems and Data Management: Utilize various systems and platforms to gather, collate, and manage large volumes of data. Provide clear, actionable data for Contract Managers, Commercial Managers, and leadership teams.
6. Administration: Manage inboxes, handle project updates, and oversee administrative tasks and document management.
7. Client Reporting: Provide the wider organization with comprehensive weekly updates and necessary documentation, ensuring transparent and effective communication. Support planners in maintaining consistent project progress and alignment with client expectations. Prepare regular reports on assurance and compliance, commercial performance, and key commercial metrics.
8. Communication: Write, edit, and distribute content for various channels, including press releases, newsletters, websites, and social media.

What we’re looking for:

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, track progress, and adapt plans as needed.
• Strong attention to detail in capturing, tracking, and reporting data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple inboxes, and meet strict deadlines.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Competence in using project management tools, financial systems, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Desirable Knowledge and Skills:

• PPS and Rail Hub knowledge
• Understanding of Network Rail planning processes and safe system of work standards

Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job-specific accreditations, and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:

• 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service + bank holidays
• Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
• Medigold employee support, free flu jabs, online private GP service
• Free or subsidized national gym memberships
• Employee recognition scheme

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation, to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the center of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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