First Rail Consultancy

On Monday evening, some of our younger consultants attended the launch of FirstGroup plc's 'Generation Rail' report which presented research from focus groups of 16-25 year olds exploring why they use the train today, how it can be improved and what encourages them to drive or fly instead.    Hosted at London Transport Museum, the evening was opened by Steve Montgomery, and we heard from our Executive Support Manager, Anna Russell, and GWR Aspire Apprentice, Tom Blanpain, about how they use rail and what it is like to be a young person working in the industry today.   At First Rail Consultancy we are proud to employ school leavers, graduates and other young people into the team. From analyst and project managers to writers and marketing specialists, we are excited to support them in developing and growing in the industry to serve future generations of rail users.   Link to the report is in the comments.

Last week the team had their quarterly team meeting where we all got to catch up and find out what has been happening in the business. As part of this meeting, some of our new starters attended Train Hour, where one of our Principal Rolling Stock Consultants (Richard Elwen) took them to Paddington Station to teach them some interesting facts about trains from the platform edge. 🚄  

Last week we were delighted to be part of the First Rail mobilisation team for the IFS Cloud Cable Car. First Rail Consultancy has been integral in this project from bid right through to mobilisation. We're looking forward to working with our colleagues at the cable car and Transport for London on our journey together 🚠

Last week we were proud to sponsor and enter a team into the The Big Rail Diversity Challenge which saw our team take on a variety of challenges from a group haka to blindfolded face painting.    Our MD, Rebecca Holding opened the event by highlighting how far the industry has come in supporting our diverse colleagues, but also reminding us that there is still work to be done. "Today, in 2024, it’s almost as if the rail industry now mirrors the society we serve day in, day out... almost! It’s certainly changing rail for the better. It’s meant people, when they come to work, can be who they really are."   Well done to all teams who took part, we hope you had as much fun as we did!   #BigRail2024   Laura Cunningham Charan Anand Autumn Mogford-Abbott Nikita Garg Rebecca Holding Women in Rail

So excited to be attending The Big Rail Diversity Challenge tomorrow as headline sponsors! #BigRail2024 Women in Rail

💼 Are you looking for a new role in #HR? We're #hiring an experienced HR & Resourcing Manager!💼 You will be responsible for: • Recruitment and selection • Employee relations  • Performance management • Training and development • HR Policies • Resource allocation and deployment If this sounds like something you'd be interested in - apply via the link 👇

Great to support the Innovate UK Business Connect Cross-Sector Battery Showcase earlier this year. James Brown from our Rolling Stock Team joined a panel to share his expert insight on the current progress, opportunities and challenges for increased use of battery technologies in the rail sector. 🔋 ⚡ 🚄

We're #hiring for two exciting new vacancies to join our growing team: Experienced Graphic Designer 🎨 You will be providing graphic design support to a wide range of internal and external clients. https://lnkd.in/eQnCuYcB HR and Resourcing Manager 💼📄 The HR and Resourcing Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of human resources practices and processes.  https://lnkd.in/e3bx6gmS

Thank you to our partners at HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd for hosting some of our team at their impressive Old Oak Common site. It was fantastic to see the progress that is being made at Britain’s new super-hub station! #hs2 #highspeedrail #partnership #collaboration #sitevisit

💼 We're #hiring a new Framework and Bid manager.💼    We're looking for a someone who is detail orientated and keen to take on a pivotal role in supporting the bid management process. If you are interested in joining our friendly and dynamic team - apply via the link 👇