Asset Standards Manager - Pontypridd, South Wales
Salary: up to £49,500Basis: Full timeEqual Opportunities
At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone\\\'s different and has their own perspective so we\\\'re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we\\\'re determined to be one of Wales\\\' leading inclusive employers. We\\\'re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.
Who we are
At Transport for Wales, we\\\'re on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that\\\'s rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we\\\'re all facing.
We\\\'re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we\\\'ve made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.
Role responsibilities
The Asset Standards Manager will lead and manage the development, implementation and monitoring of the standards framework across Asset Management for Transport for Wales (TfW).
* Manage the implementation and optimisation of the Standards and Deviations management process by acting as the point of contact for standards governance, liaising and coordinating with internal teams and the Infrastructure Manager (IM) (Amey Infrastructure Wales (AIW)) to ensure the Welsh Government investment is protected.
* Lead monthly and annual performance reviews and challenge of the Infrastructure Manager\\\'s Management of Standards Procedure, by checking alignment with the Strategic Asset Management Plan and the Risk Based Management Framework and identify opportunities for improvement, to ensure the services are delivered in-line with the obligations of the Infrastructure Agreement and Compliant to Standards.
* Develop a strategy for creating TfW standards for the CVL and wider TfW asset portfolio by using a risk-based management approach to amend existing and/or develop bespoke standards for heavy and light rail to ensure they meet the needs of TfW and deliver the Welsh Government Transport Strategy.
* Manage the deployment of the agreed TfW standards strategy by developing the necessary process and procedures to deliver the strategy objectives.
Who we\\\'re looking for
* Degree level qualification in engineering, business management, Law, other relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
* Experience in an Asset Management, Standards Management or Compliance role.
* Experience in developing and supporting management and control systems.
* A good understanding of managing safety critical infrastructure in an asset-rich, regulated environment.
Welsh Language Skills
The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.
Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.
Next steps
Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached Job Description for further details.
Transport for Wales is a disability leader. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process or as part of the role if you are successful.
This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Note that you must hold the permanent right to work in the UK. We are not currently able to provide sponsorship.**