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HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd

Jan 27

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Science
  • £22.3K
  • Birmingham

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 liaise effectively with stakeholders.
  • Ability to convert technical information into a format that is understandable to a variety of non-technical audiences in a persuasive and engaging way.
  • Ability to understand complex issues to carry out problem solving.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge:
  • At least a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a subject related to the environment.
  • Knowledge of environmental issues.
  • IT knowledge including Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • The role will include working with a wide range of stakeholders including contractors and government decision and policy makers.
  • Your placement will include rotations across the teams that make up Environmental and Town Planning Directorate at HS2 which include areas such as carbon management, climate change, biodiversity, town planning, landscape design or water and hydrology, to name but a few. You will also have opportunity to work with in other parts of the business being placed within one of the construction delivery teams or within procurement. (Please note the rotational placements may vary and are subject to business requirements).
  • Your role will involve assisting in the communication of HS2 environmental initiatives like the Net Zero Carbon Plan or Biodiversity management. Working closely with subject matter experts to provide supporting information for meetings with stakeholders. Planning and supporting assurance activities and audits on contractors site management plans and their implementation. Reviewing contractor scope documents and method statements. Producing a programme of sites to be visited and liaising with the contractor to arrange access. Supporting the wider Environment Technical Services teams in carrying out the assurance and audit activities.

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.