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HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd

Jan 27, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

Requirements

  • Planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver day to day tasks
  • Ability to coordinate and deliver multiple tasks and responsibilities in accordance with agreed deadlines
  • Communication skills and the ability to develop relationships with stakeholders
  • Self-motivated and the ability to work on your own initiative and under pressure
  • Ability to understand complex issues to carry out problem solving
  • Ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team and with stakeholders
  • Ability to work on programmes of activity across organisational boundaries.
  • Ability to produce and present materials regarding complex issues to a variety of audiences, including internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
  • Ability to identify gaps or issues with existing processes or governance and identify solutions.
  • Knowledge:
  • 2:2 Bachelor’s degree (or non-UK equivalent) in any discipline
  • IT knowledge including; Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Strategy:
  • This team works across HS2 Ltd’s operations community to build an integrated plan and develop an overarching strategy for setting up the Operating Company responsible for running the HS2 service. This will involve establishing an overall commercial structure for the railway, which maximises value and agrees the eventual set-up of that company with Government. Some of the areas the strategy team are focused on include looking at the operational costs, value and resourcing to ensure there is a resourcing plan in place for the Operating Company. The team also owns the Operating Cost Baseline and Operating Cost Estimate. During your time in this role, you will support the delivery of plans to achieve key Commercial Operations outcomes, for example, working with stakeholders to develop an overarching strategy for the Operating Company.
  • Interface:
  • The Interface team ensures the effective integration of all parties involved in future operations, managing the relationship with HS2’s Shadow Operator the West Coast Partnership (WCP), and the Department for Transport’s (DfT) HS2 end state teams. In this team, you will be supporting the day-to-day operational interface within HS2 Ltd and between HS2 Ltd, WCP and the DfT. This will involve supporting the running of working groups, the development of agreed ways of working on joint workstreams, planning collaboration activities and other engagement strategies to promote effective joint working between organisations.
  • Energy:
  • The Energy Team is responsible for creating and managing the strategy to ensure HS2 has enough power to operate. They are looking at how much energy will be needed through each of the stages of operation, and where that energy will come from. One element of this work will be to look at potential sites for new energy generation, assessing the suitability of available land and developing business cases to support decision making on whether HS2 Ltd will develop those sites. There may also be opportunities to gain an understanding of the procurement process for appointing energy generators, and how the technology used to power HS2 is selected.
  • Operations Group:
  • HS2 Ltd currently has three separate functions all working on key areas linked to ensuring HS2 Ltd delivers the end state railway. Commercial Operations, Infrastructure Management and Commercial Development. The HS2 Operations Group brings all those functions together to achieve three objectives: 1. To plan for the operating phase in an integrated and efficient way; 2. To lead the journey to establishing a standalone operating company that can operate as a safe, effective, efficient and commercially suitable Infrastructure Manager; 3. To ensure the interests of the future operators of HS2 have a strong voice in the construction programme. During your time in this role, you will be involved in elements of organisational design, business planning, and assisting the facilitation of workstreams to enable the effective integration of the Operations Group functions.

FAQs

What does the Graduate - Commercial Operations programme at HS2 entail?

The programme offers a two-year rotational scheme with various placements to provide a well-rounded experience in Commercial Operations at HS2.

What is the goal of the Commercial Operations Directorate at HS2?

The purpose of the Commercial Operations Directorate is to ensure that the HS2 Operating Company is set up effectively, safely, and commercially sustainably as an Infrastructure Manager.

What happens after completing the 2-year graduate programme in Commercial Operations at HS2?

Graduates will transfer into a permanent role within the business and continue to receive support for their professional development and growth.

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HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd

HS2 is critical for the UK’s low-carbon transport future, providing rail capacity, and helping rebalance the economy.

Transportation
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

HS2 (High-Speed Two) is a company responsible for the development and construction of the HS2 railway network in the United Kingdom. The ultimate mission of HS2 is to create a high-speed railway infrastructure that connects major cities, such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds, facilitating faster and more efficient transportation across the country. HS2's purpose is to address capacity issues on existing rail lines, boost economic growth, and improve connectivity between regions. The company aims to provide a sustainable and modern transportation solution, reducing travel times and supporting the long-term development of the UK's transportation network.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Acting fairly, transparently and consistently. That means using the powers we’ve been given wisely; acknowledging the impact of the HS2 programme; and doing the right thing, even in difficult circumstances.

  • Leadership

    Using innovation and challenging to lead by example. That means making the most of the unique opportunity HS2 offers; having clear direction to deliver excellence; and setting new standards for mega-projects.

  • Respect

    Understanding others, recognising their value and behaving accordingly. That means listening and being open-minded; explaining decisions clearly; working flexibly; and appreciating the impact of our actions.

  • Safety

    Caring for our workforce, passengers and the public by creating an environment where no one gets hurt. That means making safety our first consideration and speaking up and intervening if something is unsafe.

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