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https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=1518404Head of Train Services Strategy
Department for Transport
Closing date: 3 Jan 2017
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to lead the Department’s approach to the specification of requirements for train services and its strategy for rolling stock, the most critical elements of the franchises which the Department procures. At a time of the biggest modernisation to rail services since the Victorian times, this team has a key role to play in the delivery of services which make the most of the investment that has been undertaken in the network.
This is an exciting role which would suit someone who is passionate about the rail industry and ensuring that passengers benefit from well-designed franchised services. The successful candidate would ideally have experience in specification and procurement of rail services, and would demonstrate the ability to quickly get to grips with our strategy on rolling stock. They will also be able to inspire and motivate a small team of committed specialists as well as having the confidence to deal credibly with senior industry stakeholders.
This is a big role, with significant breadth of responsibility, and therefore we are looking for a dedicated individual who will have the ability to think innovatively about our approach to procuring and contracting for rail services, as well as a good understanding of franchising and an ability to work successfully in a highly complex political and commercial environment.
But most importantly, you will be excited by the career opportunity that this role provides. If you have the ability to provide strategic leadership in this really important area, then we would be delighted to receive an application from you.
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Coffee Shop Admin, Acting Chair of Melksham Rail User Group, Option 24/7 Melksham Rep
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Western Pathfinder
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« Reply #1 on: December 20, 2016, 18:06:50 » |
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Probably the best description of Poison Challice In The World....... .
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Chris from Nailsea
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« Reply #2 on: December 20, 2016, 18:28:12 » |
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Agreed: is there actually anyone out here, in the real world outside the Department for Transport, who has "the ability to think innovatively about our approach to procuring and contracting for rail services, as well as a good understanding of franchising ..."?    |
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« Last Edit: December 20, 2016, 18:36:51 by Chris from Nailsea »
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William Huskisson MP▸ was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830. Many more have died in the same way since then. Don't take a chance: stop, look, listen.
"Level crossings are safe, unless they are used in an unsafe manner." Discuss.
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« Reply #3 on: December 20, 2016, 18:49:10 » |
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Agreed: is there actually anyone out here, in the real world outside the Department for Transport, who has "the ability to think innovatively about our approach to procuring and contracting for rail services, as well as a good understanding of franchising ..."? I know you jest, Chris ... but one name sprung to my mind, and as I gave it some thought so did another. |
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Coffee Shop Admin, Acting Chair of Melksham Rail User Group, Option 24/7 Melksham Rep
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Chris from Nailsea
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« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2016, 18:52:22 » |
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William Huskisson MP▸ was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830. Many more have died in the same way since then. Don't take a chance: stop, look, listen.
"Level crossings are safe, unless they are used in an unsafe manner." Discuss.
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« Reply #6 on: December 20, 2016, 19:05:40 » |
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Agreed: is there actually anyone out here, in the real world outside the Department for Transport, who has "the ability to think innovatively about our approach to procuring and contracting for rail services, as well as a good understanding of franchising ..."? Is there anyone inside the DFT▸ who has the ability to ......? |
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Chris from Nailsea
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« Reply #7 on: December 20, 2016, 19:08:31 » |
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Would be a bit like putting a poacher in charge of the game birds!
Maybe that's what they need - a shotgun up the @rse. |
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William Huskisson MP▸ was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830. Many more have died in the same way since then. Don't take a chance: stop, look, listen.
"Level crossings are safe, unless they are used in an unsafe manner." Discuss.
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