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Meet our TCS apprentice William Luff 👋 Our Telecoms and Control Systems (TCS) team fix and maintain all of our Operational Control Systems on our high speed railway. They're a fundamental team of system engineers available 24/7 to respond to service effecting faults and ensuring that we can run and maintain a safe, reliable railway for our passengers 🚆 We asked our apprentice, Will Luff, what he most enjoys about his job, and we hope his answer inspires you to consider a role in our TCS team at NRHS 👨🔧 ⭐ Since starting the TCS role I've particularly enjoyed the fault-finding process when attending various sites. I've travelled to many sites within Section 1 and section 2 such as Cheriton Road, Corsica Street, Essex Portal, Graham Road etc. The problem-solving aspect of the job has helped me to create a more comprehensive picture in my mind about how the different systems interlink. Rather than being told how to solve something straight away, I've been tested and asked questions by my colleagues, testing me as we work on the issue. I've learnt a lot about the EMMIS, DTN and CCTV systems but have taken a particular interest in the EMMIS system as it seems to be the most methodical way of working for me. To add to this, the team has been very welcoming and friendly, and I owe everything I've learnt to them.⭐ #ForEveryoneToLoveHighSpeedRail

Last week, St. Pancras International station welcomed representatives from Groupe SNCF, France's national state-owned railway company, for a visit aimed at understanding how UK stations operate. 🤔🚄 Chosen by SNCF, colleagues from our St. Pancras International station team (Dan Lucas, Daniel Morrison, Harry Smith & Claire Reading-Moorhouse AIOSH ACIRO among others) offered insights into various aspects of station management, including... passenger handling, assistance services, safety protocols, and facilities management. The visit included a detailed presentation followed by a guided tour, showcasing our station's control room and operational procedures. Topics discussed ranged from coordination with our control centres to handling suspicious items, highlighting our unique approaches and the benefits they bring. SNCF representatives actively engaged with the session and had lots of questions for us, finding the experience enlightening and worthwhile. 🤩   This visit aligned closely with our three business priorities: 👫 - Looking after our people: By emphasizing safety improvements and the welfare of both passengers and colleagues 💼 - Evolving our business: By showcasing innovations and advancements in our business 📈 - Improving performance: By focusing on enhancing overall performance through streamlined processes and enhanced passenger experiences, such as the introduction of Station Matters Business Cards and improved event/queue management techniques.   A big thank you to everyone in our team who made the visit such a success and we hope SNCF enjoyed their time with us! 👏🏼 #ForEveryoneToLoveHighSpeedRail

As we approach the end of a 4 day week following the Easter bank holiday weekend, we'd like to say a huge thank you to our front line teams for working tirelessly across the 4 day weekend. 👏 To our station teams for working with passengers passing through our three stations, and to our track and S&T teams for re-railing at Ebbsfleet in preparation for hot weather. ☀ 🌡 #Foreveryonetolovehighspeedrail

We saw just over 43 million passengers across all three of our station's this financial year! That's a lot of shoes walking up and down our concourses 👞 We want to take the opportunity to say a big thank you to all of our teams and colleagues in NRHS, as we say goodbye to another year of success. Our people are so important to us and our business is a testament to them. Every single one of you are shining stars ⭐ Thank you ❤️ #foreveryonetolovehighspeedrail

We're so passionate about volunteering, that we give our colleagues across our entire business 5 days a year, to use as volunteer leave. We encourage everyone to make use of these valuable days, and we're delighted to share that between March 2023 and March 2024 we've seen 89 days used so far! We've supported schools, gardened, cleaned beaches, mucked out at animal retreats, worked shifts at food banks, helped the BTP, raised awareness and more... #Foreveryonetolovehighspeedrail

Go team NRHS🏁 We’re sleeping out to help out, under the Barlow shed roof at St Pancras station for the Railway Children. There’s still time to donate to a worthy cause for homeless children around the world🌎 No matter the donation, every penny or pound helps to take a child off the street and into a warm bed. Donate here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eeDiZ6WN

We're delighted to share that we've received our Endometriosis UK friendly employer status 👏 We'd like to say a big well done to Amy Kettle ⭐ , for this brilliant achievement and for championing the change we want to see in our business and industry. #Foreveryonetolovehighspeedrail

💜At NRHS we're wishing everyone a happy International Women's Day💜 It goes without saying that we should be celebrating a diverse and inclusive workforce all year round. At NRHS we're continuously striving to do better for everyone who works with us and for us. This year as part of the #IWD celebrations we spoke to several of our amazing women across our business, asking for their number once piece of advice for anyone looking to start a career in rail. 🚆 A huge thank you to our fantastic women, and we hope their stories inspire you to join us in this evolving industry 💪 ⭐ Lizi, S&T Apprentice - The most important advice I would give for women who are thinking of joining the railway is to not be afraid! There are great people here who support and look after you and make you feel so welcome, it is a friendly and enjoyable workplace. ⭐ Jenny, Planning Manager - Don’t be put off by thinking this is a male dominated industry. There are so many opportunities for everyone, including women. My advice would be just take that leap of faith and reach for the stars in all that you do. ⭐ Amy, Team Organiser for Infrastructure - Go for it. There are so many avenues for career development and so much to get involved with and to learn. There are no boring days in rail! ⭐ Debbie, Work Planner (Development)- It is a great place to work offering good career and progression opportunities, training, competitive salary, good working conditions and recognition scheme. ⭐ Hannah, Graduate Civil Engineer - To other women considering a career in rail, I would say “You never know until you try!”. The railway industry is huge and there are endless opportunities for women to get involved. There is engineering, HR, finance, operations (and more!) so there is something for everyone. The railway is utilised by everyone so should be worked and improved on by everyone. Diversity and inclusion is key in driving changes.  ⭐ Charlotte, Section Planner - Definitely do it, it’s a chance for women to develop and have an amazing career. My advice would be to look at all the other jobs/sectors within the company in case you want to steer in certain directions then they can help you go towards it. ⭐ Louise, Senior Asset Engineer (Buildings and Civils) - Go for it! The railway environment is evolving and becoming a more inclusive place to work. There is a wide variety of opportunities available to you at Network Rail and you are actively supported to develop within your role, as a leader and as a person. #iwd2024 #inspireinclusion #Foreveryonetolovehighspeedrail

We're delighted to share that we've partnered up with the Young Women's Trust as part of their "Work it Out" coaching programme📣 We've given our women in NRHS between the ages of 18 - 30 the opportunity for free coaching with a mentor to support their career development, build new skills, promote strong mental health and plan for their future. We're also pleased to extend this programme to you 🤗 Young Women's Trust offers free 1-1 coaching including CV feedback, all you need to do is hit the link below to apply 👇 https://lnkd.in/gGjGc2bQ #Foreveryonetolovehighspeedrail

Hey LinkedIn, are you passionate about rail? If experiencing projects and endless possibilities matters to you. You matter to us. ⭐ Join us in creating a career in rail, our apprenticeships are open to all, so if you’re interested in joining a diverse team through an apprenticeship, don’t delay and apply here: https://lnkd.in/db34byTx 👈 We help to develop you with access to a wealth of industry knowledge from working front line out on track to people processes with H.R, the possibilities really are endless. If you’re interested in joining us at NRHS, filter location by Singlewell when searching. 👀 #Foreveryonetolovehighspeedrail