Programme Manager (Health and Wellbeing) – Network Rail Join to apply for the Programme Manager (Health and Wellbeing) role at Network Rail. About Network Rail: The Transpennine Route Upgrade is a £10.7 billion programme of activities improving the railway between York and Manchester via Leeds and Huddersfield. It covers 76 miles and serves 23 stations, crossing bridges, viaducts and tunnels. Location: York, GB Department: IN TRU - HR (457101) G2 Salary: £71,163 to £84,437 per annum Contract type: Full time – Permanent Car allowance: £6,000 per annum Office requirement: Hybrid – 3 days per week working from the office Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays Benefits: Employees will be entitled to a discretionary 75% discount off leisure travel (off‑peak and super off‑peak) and on season tickets. Responsibilities

Deliver a portfolio of programmes and/or projects. Implement an assurance framework and KPIs for programme management activities. Develop and implement relevant programme management standards, processes and procedures. Develop and deliver a specific programme/project on time, to budget and to other agreed success criteria, within corporate guidelines. Produce investment plans for the programme in accordance with Investment Regulations. Deliver the effective development and management of suppliers and staff to meet corporate rules and means of control (including safety, quality and environment), and disseminate lessons learned. Deliver the effective development and management of suppliers to meet programme requirements. Establish and manage collaborative cross‑functional virtual teams to deliver change projects, where appropriate. Identify and implement quality and efficiency improvement initiatives. Develop the capability and professional development of staff within the programme and project management teams. Liaise with internal and external customers to address customer needs by fully understanding them and taking them into consideration in any strategic or policy changes that may arise. Discharge Network Rail's CDM related duties as required by company process.

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. Excellent interpersonal, management and communication skills. Substantial proven experience in programme management. Excellent knowledge of programme and project controls processes and systems. Proven experience in managing and developing teams to achieve high performance. Proven ability to work with senior industry stakeholders to understand their requirements. Membership of a relevant professional body (advantageous). Chartered status. Knowledge of the rail industry and its regulatory framework. Knowledge of the principles of investment processes and procedures. Experience of working in a commercial environment in a programme management role.

How to Apply We are an inclusive employer of choice and a Disability Confident Leader. We encourage flexible working and welcome applications from all. Click here for more information. Visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive should you need accessibility support to apply. For reasonable adjustments contact EasternResourcing@networkrail.co.uk. Closing Date 24th December 2025 – Late applications will not be accepted. We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the listed closing date based on application volumes. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks. Safety: Safe behaviour is a requirement for working at Network Rail. Demonstrate personal commitment to safety and awareness in your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr