Training Centre Co-ordinator

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

Job summary

A major rail network provider is seeking a Training Centre Co-ordinator in Doncaster. The role involves coordinating training programmes, ensuring robust delivery plans, and maximising trainer utilisation. Applicants should possess strong organisational and communication skills, and experience in a training environment. A competitive salary of £28,000 per annum is offered, alongside various employee benefits such as annual leave and travel subsidies.

Benefits

Up to 28 days annual leave

Rail travel subsidies

Pension options

Shopping discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills in Microsoft Office are essential.
• Experience working in a training environment is important.
• Knowledge of the railway industry and training standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce a robust training delivery plan in collaboration with team members.
• Maximise trainer and venue utilisation through regular monitoring.
• Forecast training costs against budgets.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Quality-driven approach

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Training management systems

Cygnum

Job description

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments, we value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

Brief Description

Network Rail is looking for a Training Centre Co-ordinator to join the team in Doncaster! You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective coordination and execution of our training programmes. Your responsibilities include:

1. Producing a robust training delivery plan to accommodate all Network Rail Training Catalogues and meet annual KPIs and customer demand, in collaboration with delegates and training team members.
2. Maximising trainer and venue utilisation through regular reporting, monitoring, and collaboration, considering the health and wellbeing of trainers and customers.
3. Supporting the delivery of planning and administration volumes and KPIs.
4. Understanding and adhering to approved supplier frameworks when liaising with external training providers.
5. Forecasting training costs against budgets and monitoring expenditure to identify risks.
6. Collaborating with external suppliers and internal teams to provide seamless service to training delivery teams and customers.
7. Acting as a contact point for the central P&A team and resolving planning issues.
8. Supporting with reactive changes to the training plan, including equipment ordering and coordinating third-party trainers.
9. Supporting schedule changes and proposing improvements to planning systems.
10. The role may require covering multiple locations.

About the role (External)

Ideally, you will have excellent organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Strong IT skills in Microsoft Office are essential, and experience with training management systems is desirable. Experience working in a training environment, along with excellent customer service skills and a quality-driven approach, is important.

Additional desirable qualities include knowledge of the railway industry, training catalogues, training supply chains, and training standards, along with familiarity with Cygnum.

Please note: The Job Description is attached to this advert. If you're interested but unsure whether you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply and let us be the judge of that.

How to apply (External)

At Network Rail, we value your contribution and support your growth. Your work will impact the development of future railway professionals and help us achieve our safety goals.

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Closing date: Friday 22nd August 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

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Network Rail offers development opportunities, training, and employee benefits such as up to 28 days annual leave, rail travel subsidies, pension options, shopping discounts, gym memberships, and more.

All employment offers are conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks. Some roles may require face-to-face Drugs & Alcohol testing, details of which will be shared during the offer process.