We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Short Term Train Planner. You will be working within our Train Planning Unit which is part of the GTR's Operational function.

The post involves the construction of Short-term adjustments to the permanent GTR timetable caused by essential works or special events. The successful candidate will work closely with Network Rail to generate compliant and efficient timetable variations whilst minimising the effect on the customer.

You should be able to demonstrate:-

• The aptitude to creatively develop train slots whilst understanding the infrastructure capabilities of the route
• The ability to economically adjust resources to fit the proposed train plan whilst ensuring the rail replacement requirements are robust and efficient
• A familiarity of timing and resourcing diagramming techniques within the ‘Voyagerplan’ train planning system
• A good knowledge of Network Rail operational and engineering planning procedures
• The determination to face challenging timescales and produce the quality output which is expected by external and internal customers

The post holder should have a relevant transport background and should be able to indicate some experience in the planning field. In addition, an understanding of the basic principles of railway operation and industry relationships will also be required.

A working Knowledge of Word and Excel IT packages is essential.

In return, you’ll be rewarded with an interesting and varied work schedule, in an environment where learning and progression is actively encouraged. You’ll enjoy great company and industry benefits, including travel on our services (Thameslink, Southern, Great Northern and Gatwick Express) as well as the support of a passionate team. You’ll get a market leading pension, and medical cover, as well as discounts with many retailers. You’ll be fulfilling a role that is integral to our continued success across the almost a quarter of all UK rail journeys.

Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) is a dynamic and progressive company, powered by a great team of dedicated and professional people. We employ approximately 6,800 staff based at over 100 locations over the UK’s busiest rail network.

We operate trains on the Thameslink Route, Great Northern route, Southern Route and the Gatwick Express. We are the largest train operating company in the UK (22% of all passenger rail journeys in the UK); managing 239 stations and delivering 273 million passenger journeys per year.

GTR is part of Govia - a partnership between two world-class transport operators – the Go-Ahead Group and Keolis.