Equal Opportunities

At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.

Who we are

At Transport for Wales, we’re on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that’s rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we’re all facing.

We’re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we’ve made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.

Role responsibilities

As Systems Engineer, you will compile project plans for fleet improvements whilst working with the Fleet Planning Team to best realise the proposed benefits. You will also monitor progress against plans whilst reviewing improvements against project improvement targets.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• To achieve performance KPI’s in terms of safety, reliability, availability, and cost of the systems equipment for which they are responsible for.
• Own specified systems full Whole Life Cycle Cost Model (WLCM) including the Train Reliability Improvement Programme (TRIP). Create periodic reports to update internal and external stakeholders on fleet performance for nominated systems. Leading performance Viz sessions and present detailed performance analysis reports at leadership meetings.
• To monitor fleet performance, identify actual and potential material, production, planning and technical problems by establishing root cause. Manage closure of logged technical, production and planning issues associated with systems engineering.
• Devise, manage and deliver performance improvement plans for their allocated system/fleet whilst working with other Fleet departments and external stakeholders to deliver the expected benefits.
• Form an active part of a dynamic, data driven, and performance focussed organisation, exploiting industry best practice, ‘Brilliant Basics’ and analytics led performance improvement techniques.

 Who we’re looking for

• Relevant demonstratable industry experience.
• Experience of delivering projects and modifications.
• Significant experience in asset improvement management.
• Familiarisation with fleet contracts and rolling stock leases.
• Excellent knowledge of computer systems.
• An effective communicator.
• Diplomatic ability to influence others at all levels of the business.
• Knowledge of relevant specifications and standards.

Welsh Language Skills

The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.

Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.

Next steps

Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached Job Description for further details.

TFW is a Disability Confident employer. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process or as part of the role if you are successful.

This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications