Duration: 2-year Fixed Term Contract with the potential to extend or go permanent
Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here .We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviouris a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision .
Some of our great benefits:
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
Defined benefit pension scheme
75% subsidy on train tickets.
Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
About the role
What does the average day look like?
At the heart of the railway planning process, you will support varied projects from across the entire timetable planning spectrum from assessing timetables only a few weeks from operation to significant infrastructure programmes looking into the 2040¿s.
Using bespoke timetable modelling and simulation software, you'll analyse modelling results to deliver narrative and guidance, producing insightful recommendations to timetable planners and senior stakeholders in the form of well written reports and presentations.
You’ll work closely with other Timetable Simulation Analysts, Timetable Simulation Specialists and Timetable Data Scientists from across the wider team, utilising and combining expertise to allow you to deliver the project outputs successfully.
Part of the role is stakeholder engagement. You will spend time building trusted relationships across Capacity Planning in Network Rail, and have opportunity to engage with train operators, freight customers, infrastructure project teams, timetable planners and industry partners. You'll work to understand each stakeholder's needs, challenge assumptions where appropriate, and ensure analytical work is focused on answering the right questions and delivering meaningful outcomes.
A little bit about the team¿
The Performance & Simulation Team offers advice, guidance and analytical support to help guide regions, funders and specifiers through decisions and trade-off criteria that need to be made through the timetable development cycle. The team does this by using either data science, historical trending or simulation methods.
Currently numbering 37 people, you'll be joining a team that has grown steadily in terms of numbers and influence over the last few years.
Next Steps
CV shortlisting will take place after the advert closes, with interviews planned from the week commencing 07/12/26, subject to business needs. Early applications are encouraged, as we may close the advert early due to high application volumes.
We encourage you to review our Safety Vision , as safety is an important part of the culture at Network Rail
We are looking for an enthusiastic and inquisitive individual to undertake detailed and accurate performance simulations of timetables, as well as providing analytical support to help drive the understanding and improvement in train punctuality and reliability across the timetable development process. We are looking for someone to air evidenced based opinions in the pursuit of a performant timetable.They will also maintain and contribute to the improvement of models, analysis techniques and tools used to understand timetable & train performance.
- Intermediate / advanced knowledge of appropriate Microsoft IT packages
- Strong analytical / statistical skills or aptitude
- Ability to analyse and solve modelling & analytical problems and to accurately interpret results
- Experience in presenting and adjusting presentation style to differing audiences
- Good communication skills, both written and oral, able to communicate technical and management aspects of work to a senior audience
- Ability to work within a team
We would also like, but not essential.
- Experience of using Performance Modelling / Simulation packages i.e., RailSys
- Awareness of data science techniques to support analysis.
- Degree level qualification in a numerate or analytical discipline or relevant rail industry experience
- Knowledge of rail performance management systems
Awareness of Transport modelling theory / method, data collection, analytical techniques and appraisal methods.
Key Information
Number of Positions:
4
Contract Type:
Fixed-Term
Hours:
Full Time
Location:
The Quadrant:MK, Milton Keynes
Geographical Area:
South East England (Not inside M25)
Closing Date:
12-NOV-2026
Job Category:
Engineering and Asset Management
Function:
System Operator
Organisation:
PL Performance and Simulation (552201) G3
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