(Please note: this is a 2 year fixed term contract)

The Role

The Asset Standards Manager will lead and manage the development, implementation and monitoring of the standards framework across Asset Management for Transport for Wales (TfW).

Role responsibilities

• • Manage the implementation and optimisation of the Standards and Deviations management process by acting as the point of contact for standards governance, liaising and coordinating with internal teams and the Infrastructure Manager (IM) (Amey Infrastructure Wales (AIW)) to ensure the Welsh Government investment is protected.

   

  • Lead monthly and annual performance reviews and challenge of the Infrastructure Manager's Management of Standards Procedure, by checking alignment with the Strategic Asset Management Plan and the Risk Based Management Framework and identify opportunities for improvement, to ensure the services are delivered in-line with the obligations of the Infrastructure Agreement and Compliant to Standards.

   

  • Develop a strategy for creating TfW standards for the CVL and wider TfW asset portfolio by using a risk-based management approach to amend existing and/or develop bespoke standards for heavy and light rail to ensure they meet the needs of TfW and deliver the Welsh Government Transport Strategy.

   

  • Manage the deployment of the agreed TfW standards strategy by developing the necessary process and procedures to deliver the strategy objectives.

   

  • Develop TfW standards by working with TfW engineering and Data teams drawing on technical knowledge to ensure these meet TfW requirements and are aligned with Industry best practice.
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Who we're looking for

• Degree level qualification in engineering, business management, Law, other relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in an Asset Management, Standards Management or Compliance role.
• Experience in developing and supporting management and control systems.  
• A good understanding of managing safety critical infrastructure in an asset-rich, regulated environment.
• Experience of implementing and complying with the statutory and regulatory requirements of infrastructure management and the safe management of infrastructure change.
• Experience of the application of ‘risk-based methodologies', or a similar programme, in an asset rich business environment to improve safety and efficiency.
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Welsh Language Skills

While not essential for this role, Welsh language skills would make a great addition to your application.

TfW support anyone who wants to learn Welsh or improve their skills. We offer online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.

Equal Opportunities

We're changing the way the transport industry looks. By celebrating and embracing differences, we're building a workforce that represents Wales. We need talented people from all backgrounds and cultures to bring their perspectives and experiences. Diverse teams make better decisions and drive innovation. Join us in transforming the way Wales travels."

Who we are 

Transport for Wales is changing the way Wales travels, making sustainable transport the first choice. We're building a multimodal integrated transport network called the T Network, making it easier for people to travel by train, bus, walking, wheeling and cycling.

Next steps

See attached Job Description for further details and how to apply. If you want to find out more about what we're doing in Wales, see our Annual Report.

We're a Disability Confident Leader. Let us know about  any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process and as part of the role if you are successful.

This advert will close at 23:59 on the day of the application closing date stated above. However, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.