Operation Strategy and Digital Delivery Manager - Warrington or Carlisle

Operation Strategy and Digital Delivery Manager - Warrington or Carlisle

Operational Strategy and Digital Delivery Manager

About the role

This is a forward-thinking role supporting the delivery and evolution of the Rail function across NTS. Youll act as a central enabler for cross-functional collaboration, helping drive key projects, digital improvements and strategic initiatives.

Working closely with Rail leadership, youll contribute to shaping future direction, improve visibility through data and support the ongoing modernisation of how we operate.

What youll be doing

• Coordinating cross-functional rail projects and ensuring alignment across departments
• Supporting the Rail leadership team with strategic initiatives and long-term planning
• Acting as a key link between Rail and support functions such as Finance, IT and HR
• Using tools such as Power BI to develop dashboards and improve operational visibility
• Supporting the modernisation of processes and workflows through digital solutions
• Driving progress on key initiatives by working closely with delivery teams to remove blockers
• Conducting research, producing reports and supporting insight-driven decision making
• Monitoring industry trends and contributing to future planning and opportunity identification
• Supporting NTS external presence through engagement with stakeholders and industry forums

Training & development

This role will include an initial period within the Rail Commercial team to build a strong understanding of the business, alongside opportunities for secondments across different areas of NTS to broaden experience and capability.

Who were looking for

Experience

• Experience in data analysis, project support or a related field
• Exposure to cross-functional working or stakeholder engagement
• Experience using data or insight to support decision making

Knowledge

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Power BI
• Understanding of IT or data systems relevant to operational environments
• Awareness of process improvement or digital transformation approaches (desirable)

Skills & behaviours

• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to drive work forward independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build relationships across teams
• A genuine interest in continuous improvement and learning

Qualifications

• GCSE Grades A-C or equivalent in Maths and English
• Degree or degree equivalent in a relevant STEM subject, or at least 3 years experience in data analysis, statistics or information technology.
• Fluency in Microsoft suite applications including Power BI
• Knowledge of ICT applications relevant to NTS

Training & development

Support will be provided through on-the-job learning, structured development opportunities and access to training to build capability in data, systems and strategic delivery.

Why NTS?

At NTS, our people are trusted to perform, supported to grow and encouraged to be curious and innovative. We create an environment where youre given the freedom to do your job well, the support of a strong team, and the opportunity to help shape the future of safe and reliable rail operations.

The Kind of People Were Looking For

Were interested in who you are, not just whats on your CV.

Youre likely to thrive at NTS if you:

• Take ownership of your work and enjoy being trusted to deliver
• Are collaborative, approachable and naturally supportive of others
• Care about doing the right thing, in the right way
• Are curious and motivated to learn, improve and grow
• Communicate openly and act with integrity and respect
• Are comfortable working in a purpose driven, safety critical environment

You dont need to tick every box on day one we value potential, attitude and alignment with our culture just as much as experience.

Benefits

• 30 Days holidays plus 8 bank holidays
• Buy / Sell annual leave
• Health shield
• Nuclear Pension scheme
• Hybrid working
• Family friendly
• Bonus

The company

Wearethe leading global provider of safe,secureand reliable nuclear transport solutionsthatmake the world safer and more sustainable.As part of the UKs Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, we support the largest environmental restoration programme in Europe, and we use our specialist transport and logistics expertise to help customers and partners around the world solve their own complex challenges.