Job Description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Our Rail Advisory Team is growing its Rail Asset Management capability. Our team is working across infrastructure enhancements, new build railways & metros, rolling stock and depots. To continue this growth we are looking to appoint a Rail Asset Management Lead to help develop our business and support the leadership and development of our people. We are providing advisory and consultancy services to our clients, in how to plan and implement asset management, utilise and optimise the use of asset data embracing the use of AI and machine learning in managing rail assets. As the Rail Lead you will act as a focal point for developing and delivering this work, overseeing and supporting the technical development of our people. You will be providing technical leadership to our teams and projects, utilising your knowledge to lead / direct our engagement on projects and to clients.
You will be expected to take a leading role in delivering on our projects directing, supporting and coaching people involved in delivering rail asset management projects. Where supporting major projects you will be part of a larger WSP team, and will be responsible for developing and managing required client and internal stakeholder relationships. Where supporting advisory led projects you may act as a Project Manager, with the associated responsibilities for ensuring project performance and managing the direct client relationships. In your role you will be expected to engage the wider asset management community within WSP to support its overall strategic growth objectives and collaborate in knowledge sharing and development.
To find out more about our Rail and Advisory business, discover what awaits you at WSP.
A Little Bit More About Your Role
* Safety, health and well-being (SH&W) – there’s nothing more important than the safety, health and wellbeing of our teams. You will demonstrate strong commitment embedding our SH&W culture across our teams.
* Working with rail asset management lead, you will contribute towards the growth of the Rail asset management service offering and capabilities.
* Delivering asset management services across our rail projects in the UK and potentially internationally.
* Support complex projects, applying expertise in risk‑based decision‑making, whole‑life asset planning, information management and regulatory compliance.
* Develop relationships with other asset management teams and support the development of our junior resources through mentoring and coaching.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
* Practical experience in the management and maintenance of Railway assets, alongside experience in delivering Asset management consultancy / advisory roles.
* Experience in the technical development and mentoring of people in asset management.
* A strong understanding of the design and maintenance engineering challenges faced by rail.
* Experience of working with asset data systems, including configuring or specifying Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems, Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or Decision Support Tools (DSTs).
* A demonstrable experience and understanding of asset management practices and theory, and business strategy.
* Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks affecting rail infrastructure development in the UK.
* Experience in ISO 55000, asset lifecycle planning, investment planning, risk‑based asset management strategies and digital transformation in asset management.
* Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and project teams.
* Ability to build relationships and work with resources and teams across the business (regionally and internationally).
* Chartered Engineer or similar.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all
Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Work‑life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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