Roster Clerk - 12 months FTC / Secondment Opportunity - Didcot Thames Valley Signalling Centre

Network Rail Limited; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Roster Clerk for a 12-month fixed-term opportunity. In this role, you will be responsible for producing efficient rosters for employees while ensuring compliance with operational standards. Your expertise in national rostering principles and data management will be crucial in monitoring competency expiries and managing roster alterations. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact within a dedicated team, contributing to the smooth operation of the railway. If you are passionate about improving processes and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing rosters and understanding national rostering principles.
• Ability to analyze data and produce reports effectively.

Responsibilities

• Compile and publish rosters according to company policies and standards.
• Manage short notice roster alterations and respond to queries.

Skills

National rostering principles

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Understanding of pay arrangements

Geographical knowledge of the route

Knowledge of the UK rail industry

Tools

Corporate Rostering Tool

Job description

Roster Clerk - 12 months FTC / Secondment Opportunity - Didcot Thames Valley Signalling Centre

Location

Didcot, GB

Department Name

OW Area Resourcing Manager TV (102190) G5

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Brief Description

To produce cost effective and efficient rosters for nominated employees compliant with the relevant operational standards in line with current rostering principles and competency requirements. Monitor the competency database to manage future safety critical competency expiries.

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

1. Compile and publish rosters using the Corporate Rostering Tool in accordance with National Rostering Principles, company policies and standards.
2. Prepare rosters for employees undertaking weekly / daily rostered duties. Covering sickness, annual leave, training, briefing and special arrangements. Liaise with local managers to crosscheck roster data.
3. Manage short notice roster alterations liaising with all affected employees and line managers, including gaining verbal confirmation where necessary. Respond to and resolve any queries relating to roster issues.
4. Compile and control leave records, including input to the production of annual leave rosters.
5. Make roster arrangements for medical examinations and interviews.
6. Make roster arrangements for safety critical competence expiries, training plans, training courses and briefings.
7. Monitor and maintain competency data so that no base roster shifts are left uncovered due to expired competencies.
8. Carry out pre and post payroll interface checks to validate roster data. Submit late notice roster changes to payroll.
9. Gather and analyse fatigue data and highlight issues to the relevant line manager.
10. Provide information and data to support the routes reporting requirements.

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of national rostering principles
• Previous successful experience in prioritising workloads and delivering to deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous successful experience of analysing data and producing reports
• Understanding of conditions of service applicable to rostering
• Understanding of roster systems
• Demonstrable ability to accurately manage data and attention to detail
• Previous successful experience of working in a team and engaging with virtual team members
• Understanding of pay arrangements for rostered staff
• Geographical knowledge of the route
• Knowledge of the UK rail industry

How to apply (External)

Salary: £27,820 per annum

Closing date: 21st February 2025 - Late applications will not be accepted.

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This is a fixed term opportunity for 12 months.

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All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.

At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation.