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Train Planning Apprentice

Transport for Wales

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Overview

Transport for Wales is changing the way Wales travels, making sustainable transport the first choice. We're building a multimodal integrated transport network called the T Network, making it easier for people to travel by train, bus, walking, wheeling and cycling. 
National Living Wage
Temporary
(This is a two-year fixed-term contract.)
St Patrick’s House, Penarth Road , Cardiff , Wales, CF10 5ZA

Key information

The Train Planning apprentice will support the Train Planning team to deliver our timetable commitments, maximise the use of our fleet of trains and ensure traincrew resource is used productively 

We're a Disability Confident Leader. Let us know about any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process and as part of the role if you are successful. 

About the role

  • You'll support the alteration of Transport for Wales services by preparing and sending timetable bids to Network Rail to accommodate engineering works and special events.  
  • You'll support the preparation, amendment and distribution of rolling stock diagrams by using our bespoke train planning software to ensure our fleet of trains are used to maximum efficiency.  
  • You'll support the preparation, amendment and distribution of traincrew diagrams by using our bespoke train planning software to ensure all timetabled services are covered efficiently and in compliance with industry and union regulations.  
  • You'll support the updating and distribution of timetable overview documents by keeping up to date on any previous amendments made to the timetable due to engineering works or special events, to ensure that all changes to the timetable are communicated to our internal colleagues and customers. 

Requirements

Who we're looking for 

  • Good written and verbal communication.  
  • Good IT skills.  
  • Pass the testing within the initial application process. This testing is used to uncover alignment to our values, behaviour and core apprentice attributes, all of which can be found above. 
  • You'll need to be available to start the Apprenticeship Scheme in early September 2026. 

*Please include all your relevant qualifications as listed in the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We won't be able to consider your application otherwise.