Arriva is one of the largest transport services organisations in Europe, employing more than 34,000 people and delivering more than 1.6 billion passenger journeys across 11 European countries every year. We have strong roots dating back to 1938, an ambitious growth agenda, and a continuously developing relationship with I Squared who acquired Arriva in 2024.
Arriva is delivering a major enterprise transformation programme implementing Oracle Fusion ERP, EPM and SCM, alongside an existing Workday platform which is currently being optimised.
As such we are looking for an IT Project Manager on a fixed-term contract until April 2027 to support delivery across a key period, ensuring that IT is fully mobilised, coordinated and equipped to support both the Oracle Fusion programme and ongoing Workday optimisation.
This is not a traditional oversight PM role. It requires a hands-on delivery leader who can translate System Integrator (SI) requirements into actionable IT plans, work closely with a growing and evolving IT function, and ensure that all technical activities - particularly integrations - are understood, planned and delivered effectively.
The successful candidate will act as the connector between Deloitte, internal IT teams and the wider programme, while also supporting the prioritisation and coordination of IT activity relating to Workday enhancements and optimisation.
This role will be on a hybrid working basis, a minimum of 3 days per week in the Sunderland, London, Aintree, Wakefield or Thurmaston office, the rest focusing on where you can best deliver for your customers, whilst still allowing for the required work life balance.
Key responsibilities would include:
IT Delivery Coordination & Execution
1. Own and coordinate IT delivery activities across the Oracle Fusion programme.
2. Translate SI (Deloitte) technical requirements into clear, actionable plans for internal IT teams.
3. Ensure IT deliverables are defined, sequenced and fully integrated into the programme plan.
4. Take ownership of delivery for selected IT activities where appropriate.
Integration & Technical Workstream Oversight
5. Coordinate and track all integration-related activities, ensuring dependencies are understood and managed.
6. Work with IT teams to ensure readiness across environments, interfaces and supporting systems.
7. Ensure integration delivery aligns to programme milestones and phased releases.
Workday Optimisation Support
8. Work with business and IT stakeholders to ensure Workday improvements are prioritised and delivered effectively.
9. Ensure Workday-related IT activities are aligned with broader programme plans and resource capacity.
10. Support the existing BAU Workday team/IT teams to deliver programme activity if required.
Stakeholder & Partner Management
Act as a key interface between:
11. System Integrator
12. Internal IT teams
13. Programme leadership and delivery teams
14. Provide clarity and challenge to ensure IT requirements are understood and deliverable.
15. Build strong, collaborative relationships across business and technology stakeholders.
IT Capability Build & Enablement
16. Support the development of capability within the internal IT function as it matures in Oracle Fusion.
17. Work alongside IT colleagues to build confidence, understanding and ownership of deliverables.
18. Embed structured, sustainable ways of working aligned to programme delivery.
Planning, Tracking & Governance
19. Ensure all IT activities (across Fusion and Workday) are fully represented within the programme plan, including dependencies and risks, working closely with the relevant SI partner Workstream lead.
20. Track progress, manage issues and escalate where required.
21. Provide clear reporting on IT delivery status to programme leadership.
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for an experienced IT Project Manager who enjoys delivering complex system change and taking ownership of outcomes. You’ll be comfortable working in fast-paced environments, combining strong technical understanding with a hands-on, delivery-focused approach.
Candidates will preferably:
22. Demonstrate experience delivering IT workstreams within ERP or HR system transformation programmes
23. Have a strong understanding of system integration and managing technical dependencies
24. Bring experience working with System Integrators and translating technical requirements into clear delivery plans
25. Show a hands-on approach, taking ownership to drive delivery rather than purely overseeing it
26. Demonstrate strong planning, coordination and stakeholder management across IT and business teams
Desirable:
27. Experience supporting or delivering enhancements, optimisation or BAU change within platforms such as Workday or Oracle Fusion
28. Experience working within or alongside developing or maturing IT functions
29. Relevant certifications (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, ITIL) or equivalent professional experience
This role will suit someone who enjoys getting into the detail, driving delivery in complex environments, and taking real ownership for outcomes rather than simply overseeing process.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 6 May 2026. Arriva Group reserves the right to close this vacancy early.
Arriva is one of the largest transport services organisations in Europe, employing more than 34,000 people and delivering more than 1.6 billion passenger journeys across 11 European countries every year. We have strong roots dating back to 1938, an ambitious growth agenda, and a continuously developing relationship with I Squared who acquired Arriva in 2024.
Arriva is delivering a major enterprise transformation programme implementing Oracle Fusion ERP, EPM and SCM, alongside an existing Workday platform which is currently being optimised.
The IT Project Manager will play a critical role in ensuring that IT is fully mobilised, coordinated and equipped to support delivery across both the Oracle Fusion programme and ongoing Workday optimisation.
This is not a traditional oversight PM role. It requires a hands-on delivery leader who can translate System Integrator (SI) requirements into actionable IT plans, work closely with a growing and evolving IT function, and ensure that all technical activities—particularly integrations—are understood, planned and delivered effectively.
The successful candidate will act as the connector between Deloitte, internal IT teams and the wider programme, while also supporting the prioritisation and coordination of IT activity relating to Workday enhancements and optimisation.
Hybrid working, with a choice of sites across Doxford, London, Aintree, Wakefield or Thurmaston (3 days a week).
IT Delivery Coordination & Execution
30. Own and coordinate IT delivery activities across the Oracle Fusion programme.
31. Translate SI (Deloitte) technical requirements into clear, actionable plans for internal IT teams.
32. Ensure IT deliverables are defined, sequenced and fully integrated into the programme plan.
33. Take ownership of delivery for selected IT activities where appropriate.
Integration & Technical Workstream Oversight
34. Coordinate and track all integration-related activities, ensuring dependencies are understood and managed.
35. Work with IT teams to ensure readiness across environments, interfaces and supporting systems.
36. Ensure integration delivery aligns to programme milestones and phased releases.
Workday Optimisation Support
37. Work with business and IT stakeholders to ensure Workday improvements are prioritised and delivered effectively.
38. Ensure Workday-related IT activities are aligned with broader programme plans and resource capacity.
39. Support the existing BAU Workday team/IT teams to deliver programme activity if required.
Stakeholder & Partner Management
40. Act as a key interface between:System IntegratorInternal IT teamsProgramme leadership and delivery teams
41. Provide clarity and challenge to ensure IT requirements are understood and deliverable.
42. Build strong, collaborative relationships across business and technology stakeholders.
IT Capability Build & Enablement
43. Support the development of capability within the internal IT function as it matures in Oracle Fusion.
44. Work alongside IT colleagues to build confidence, understanding and ownership of deliverables.
45. Embed structured, sustainable ways of working aligned to programme delivery.
Planning, Tracking & Governance
46. Ensure all IT activities (across Fusion and Workday) are fully represented within the programme plan, including dependencies and risks, working closely with the relevant SI partner Workstream lead.
47. Track progress, manage issues and escalate where required.
48. Provide clear reporting on IT delivery status to programme leadership.
Key Skills & Experience
49. Proven experience delivering IT workstreams within large-scale ERP or HR system transformation programmes.
50. Strong understanding of integration delivery and technical dependencies.
51. Experience working with System Integrators (e.g. Deloitte) and translating technical requirements into delivery plans.
52. Demonstrated ability to operate in a hands-on delivery role, not purely governance or oversight.
53. Experience supporting or delivering Workday enhancements, optimisation or BAU change (desirable).
54. Experience working within or alongside developing or maturing IT functions.
55. Strong planning, coordination and execution capability.
56. Excellent stakeholder management across IT and business teams.
Personal Attributes
57. Action-oriented and delivery-focused
58. Comfortable getting into the detail and making things happen
59. Clear, structured thinker who can simplify complexity
60. Confident working across both technical and non-technical stakeholders
61. Collaborative and pragmatic in approach
62. Willing to challenge and drive accountability
What We’re Looking For
63. This role will suit someone who:
64. Enjoys building and shaping delivery rather than observing it
65. Is comfortable working across both programme delivery and live system optimisation
66. Can move seamlessly between hands-on delivery and stakeholder coordination
67. Takes ownership and drives outcomes in complex environments
Qualifications & Certifications (desirable)
Your experience is more important to us than your qualifications, however, any of the below are desirable:
68. Degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant discipline (e.g. Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field).
69. Project or programme management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile).
70. Experience or certification relating to **Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP and/or Workday.
71. IT service management or delivery certifications (e.g. ITIL) – desirable.