Supporting original equipment manufacturers, train and freight operators and national main contractors, Ganymede recruit across all stages of rail projects, including design and development, build and installation and testing and commissioning.
Labour Supply: As one of the leading suppliers of contingent labour services in the industry, our contingent labour services include the recruitment, training and workforce management of safety-critical personnel from our strategically located offices across the UK, supplying more than 1,500 onsite personnel to the rail industry across the UK. As a RISQS approved supplier, we provide fully qualified multi-disciplined personnel to work in partnership with our clients on national rail, underground and metro system projects.
Contract Recruitment: As well as compliant contract recruitment, we provide payroll solutions and a unique IR35 assessment service designed to protect our clients and contractors.
Permanent Recruitment: Both our contract and permanent recruitment divisions have expertise across both white and blue collar specialisms. Ganymede's permanent recruitment processes help you find the best talent for your business.
Executive Search: Our executive search service is completely tailored to the needs of your business. Added extras include advanced screening processes and psychometric testing.
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Latest Jobs In Rail
Track Inducted PTS Operatives
£15 - 18 per hour
East Sussex
Ganymede is one of the leading suppliers of qualified, multi-disciplined operatives in the rail industry. We are currently looking for Track inducted PTS Operatives to work in Sussex and London. The work will include midweek days/nights as well as weekend work. A Full UK Driving Licence will be required due to isolated locations. Our people are our passion at Ganymede. Working with Ganymede you can expect the following: • Opportunities to progress a guided career path with both technical and leadership (supervisor/management) training • Provision of PPE clothing Our core value Safety First, Safety Always is at the heart of everything we do – you will be expected to attend regular safety briefings with our teams to help keep you fully up to speed with the ever-changing railway Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you’re interested in being part of growing company and have the relevant experience and qualifications, please call Nathan Bussey 07824821167 or Dan Brennan 07815919043 Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Night Shift Train Cleaner at Heaton Depot
£13 - 13 per hour
Newcastle
Job Title: Night Shift Train Cleaner at Heaton Depot Location: Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne Interviews: Immediate Start / 6-month initial contract Wanted! Join our Dynamic Team of Night Shift Train Cleaners Are you ready for an exciting opportunity? We're on the lookout for a Night Shift Train Cleaner to join our experienced Train Presentation team in Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne. Dive into the heart of the action with one of the UK's leading train operating companies, ensuring the cleanliness and comfort of trains for public use. About Us: Ganymede Solutions proudly collaborates with a recognized leader in the rail sector, boasting operations across the north of the UK and a growing influence within the rail industry. The Candidate: If you're committed, hardworking, and find job satisfaction in a clean environment, this is the role for you! Utilize your skills and experience to maintain the cleanliness of local train depots, with an ideal background in cleaning for transportation, industrial sites, or housekeeping. The Role: Up for a challenge? Your night shift responsibilities include ensuring trains are impeccably clean and presentable for public use. Dive into various cleaning tasks—hoovering, mopping, bleaching, de-tanking toilets, sanitizing touch points, and more. This physically active role keeps you on your feet, contributing to a welcoming travel environment. Requirements: Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Bring your experience in vehicle, industrial, or house cleaning, along with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to cleanliness. Embrace the night shift pattern, 4 on, 4 off, working from 20:00 pm to 06:00 am, with weekend shifts on a roster basis. Overtime opportunities await at management's discretion. As part of the interview and onboarding process, demonstrate your eligibility to work, pass a comprehensive medical examination, and complete a drug & alcohol test. Take a look at the train presentation video; https://media.northernrailway.co.uk/news/monumental-task-of-keeping-the-regions-trains-clean-tidy-revealed-in-new-video-released-by-northern Rate of Pay: £13.05 p/h for every hour worked. If you're enthusiastic about the Night Shift Train Cleaner position, hit "APPLY" or send your CV to karla.delczeg@ganymedesolutions.co.uk. Ganymede Solutions Ltd specializes in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis. For more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying, you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice available on our website. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Night Shift Train Cleaner at Brighton Lover's Walk Depot
£15 - 21 per hour
Brighton
Job Title: Night Shift Train Cleaner Location: Brighton Lover’s Walk Depot, East Sussex Interviews: Immediate Start / 6-month initial contract (temp to perm) Join Our Team as a Night Shift Train Cleaner! Are you ready to step aboard with one of the UK’s top train operating companies? As a Night Shift Train Cleaner, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our trains are spotless and ready for passengers. This is your chance to make an impact, gain valuable experience, and develop new skills with a company operating across London and the South East. About Us: At Ganymede Solutions, we pride ourselves on being leaders in recruitment, connecting talented individuals with opportunities in the UK’s key sectors, including rail, infrastructure, civil engineering, transportation, and manufacturing. With decades of experience, we are trusted by some of the UK’s biggest and most respected companies to deliver exceptional talent solutions. Our focus on excellence, safety, and career growth sets us apart, ensuring we not only meet but exceed the expectations of our clients and candidates. The Candidate: We’re looking for motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals! If you’re passionate about making a difference and ensuring our trains are clean and welcoming, we want to hear from you. Experience in the transportation sector, housekeeping, or a similar cleaning environment is a bonus. The Role: Do you enjoy a hands-on challenge? On the night shift, you’ll ensure train interiors are clean, fresh, and ready for the next day’s services. Tasks include hoovering, mopping, sanitizing, and deep cleaning. This role is physically demanding and requires you to be active throughout your shift. Requirements: Here’s what we’re looking for: Enthusiastic, dependable, and hard-working individuals Experience in transportation, housekeeping, or a similar cleaning environment (preferred) Working Hours: You’ll work night shifts on a rotating 12-week schedule, including weekdays and weekends. 8 weeks: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM 4 weeks: 8:30 PM – 4:30 AM Average weekly hours: 35 Rate of Pay: Standard hours (35 hours/week): £14.52 p/h Overtime (hour 36+): £17.43 p/h Rest Day Working: £18.88 p/h Sunday Shifts: £21.06 p/h After 12 weeks: Pay increase as part of Agency Worker Rights Training and PPE: Fully provided Opportunity for a permanent role after a 6-month contract What Happens Next? To apply, you’ll need to complete a short, pre-recorded video interview for our client. If successful, you must verify your eligibility to work in the UK and travel to Croydon or London for a drug & alcohol test. Ready to apply? Contact Karla Delczeg with your CV. Email: karla.delczeg@ganymedesolutions.co.uk Ganymede Solutions specializes in recruitment for Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and Engineering sectors, offering both permanent and contract roles. For more opportunities like this, visit our website. By applying, you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice, available on our website: Let’s make a difference together. Join us and be part of something exceptional! Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
£450 - 500 per day
Manchester
Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Manchester (4 days on site and 1 day at home) Day Rate: £450 - £500 inside IR35 (rate negotiable for the right candidate) Contract Length: 12 months (with a view to extend) The Company Our client is an international main contractor within infrastructure across rail, highways, water, construction, and power. With a multi-billion-pound orderbook of projects spanning the next decade, this is the place to shape, and excel your career as a Quantity Surveyor. Working on a longstanding civils project, as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you have the opportunity to contribute to a driven commercial team lead by a supportive and commercially astute Commercial Manager. The Role This role offers a long term multi year opportunity to become established in a major infrastructure project. With a heavy focus on managing subcontractors in a Tier 1 environment, this is your opportunity to add a respected and established name to your CV. Having a fantastic culture based off delivering infrastructure projects for over a century, you will be able to learn and constantly grow your skills from Commercial Managers and Commercial Directors alike. Treated like a permanent member of staff, you will have the opportunity for rate uplifts, promotions and the ability to move onto other projects further down the line! This gives you even more certainty of longevity and long term reward in your career! This role is perfect if you’re looking for your first contract position or are already an experienced contractor looking for a long-term role. What you will need You will be a Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience in: NEC3 contracts General/ heavy civils Main contractor background Ideally you will be able to hit the ground running and immediately set out your stall to perform monthly duties from cost value reconciliation’s to subcontractor management. Your next opportunity… Act now to work on this impressive infrastructure project that will change the North. There are only 3 roles available with interviews taking place w/c 20th January! Contact Commercial Specialist Josh Andrews on 07780 727 077/ josh.andrews@ganymedesolutions.co.uk. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Night Shift Train Cleaner at Neville Hill Depot Leeds
£13 - 13 per hour
Leeds
Job Title: Night Shift Train Cleaner at Neville Hill Depot Location: Neville Hill Depot, Leeds Interviews: Immediate Start / 6-month initial contract, temp to perm Join our Dynamic Team of Night Shift Train Cleaners! Are you ready for an exciting opportunity? We're on the lookout for a Night Shift Train Cleaner to join our experienced Train Presentation team at Neville Hill Depot in Leeds. Dive into the heart of the action with one of the UK's leading train operating companies, ensuring the cleanliness and comfort of trains for public use. About Us: Ganymede Solutions proudly collaborates with a recognized leader in the rail sector, boasting operations across the north of the UK and a growing influence within the rail industry. The Candidate: If you're committed, hardworking, and find job satisfaction in a clean environment, this is the role for you! Utilize your skills and experience to maintain the cleanliness of local train depots, with an ideal background in cleaning for transportation, industrial sites, or housekeeping. The Role: Up for a challenge? Your night shift responsibilities include ensuring trains are impeccably clean and presentable for public use. Dive into various cleaning tasks—hoovering, mopping, bleaching, de-tanking toilets, sanitizing touch points, and full and deep cleans. This physically active role keeps you on your feet, contributing to a welcoming travel environment. Requirements: Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Bring your experience in vehicle, industrial, or house cleaning, along with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to cleanliness. Embrace the night shift pattern (4 on, 4 off or 5 on, 3 off), working from 20:15 pm to 06:15 am, with weekend shifts on a roster basis. There will be one cleaner per 3 or 4 carriages, working in a team of 4 at most times. Overtime opportunities await at management's discretion. As part of the interview and onboarding process, demonstrate your eligibility to work, pass a comprehensive medical examination, and complete a drug & alcohol test. Take a look at the train presentation video: https://media.northernrailway.co.uk/news/monumental-task-of-keeping-the-regions-trains-clean-tidy-revealed-in-new-video-released-by-northern Rate of Pay: £13.05 p/h for every hour worked. If you're enthusiastic about the Night Shift Train Cleaner position, hit "APPLY" or send your CV to karla.delczeg@ganymedesolutions.co.uk. Ganymede Solutions Ltd specializes in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis. For more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying, you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice available on our website. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Night Shift Exterior Train Cleaners at Bedford Train Depot
£13 - 23 per hour
Bedford
Exciting Opportunities for Night Shift Exterior Train Cleaners at Bedford Train Depot! Start date: 23rd January Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey? Ganymede Solutions invites motivated and hardworking individuals to join our dynamic team as Night Shift Exterior Train Cleaners at the Bedford Train Depot. Why Choose Us? Be part of a recognized leader in the railway sector, operating across three rail franchises in the UK. Experience a rewarding career with the opportunity for permanent employment. Your dedication will contribute to the highest cleanliness standards for our valued passengers. Your Journey Starts Here: Are you diligent, active, and possess effective communication skills? We are looking for individuals with a strong work ethic and reliability, ideally experienced in industrial cleaning, manual labour, or similar roles. As a Night Shift Train Cleaner at Bedford Train Depot, you will play a vital role in ensuring our trains shine bright, ready to deliver a seamless passenger experience every morning. Join us and engage in the meticulous hand-bashing process, applying specialist cleaning solutions to ensure our trains are immaculate. Pay Rate and Benefits: Standard Hours (35 hours standard per week) - £13.15 p/h Overtime & Rest Days - £19.58 p/h Sunday Nights - £22.85 p/h Weekly pay. Pay increase after 12 weeks as part of Agency Workers' Rights Full PPE and comprehensive on-the-job training provided. Working hours from 00:00am – 07:00am Monday – Friday (subject to potential changes for train arrivals and timetables). Overtime available at management discretion, working hours from 20:00pm – 04:00am or 22:00pm 06:00am Saturday-Sunday. Next Steps: Ready to join our team? Apply today or send your CV directly to karla.delczeg@ganymedesolutions.co.uk. Upon application, your CV will be thoughtfully reviewed, and you may be invited for a video/solo interview. Successful candidates will undergo a drug & alcohol test and right-to-work verification. About Ganymede Solutions: We specialize in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and General Engineering recruitment. Join a team dedicated to your growth and success. By applying, you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice available on our website. Discover your potential with Ganymede Solutions today! Join us and let your excellence shine through! Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Ganymede Subcontractor Forum Autumn 2024
Ganymede host another successful Subcontractor Forum to further develop a collaborative approach with our supply chainTo ensure collaborative working and the sharing of best practices moving forward, we hosted our third Ganymede Subcontractor Forum held at our Head Office, The Derby Conference Centre.We wanted to take the time to discuss our recent successes regarding safety and operational performance, as well as have an interaction session regarding any areas of improvement. On the agenda for this event was Audit Updates, KPI performance, Fatigue Management, Improvement Notices, Supplier vs Network Rail perceptions, and the latest Rule Book changes.It was great to have the opportunity to meet with our supply chain face to face, as well as give our subcontractors the platform to present their thoughts on how we can safely grow our Contingent Labour supply to Network Rail together.We also had the privilege of hearing from Suzy Powell of the Railway Benefit Fund, a charity which provides support to current, former and retired railway people and their families across the UK. We look forward to further engaging with the charity, encouraging our internal employees to utilise their Paid Volunteer Leave and support this great cause.Stuart Fraser, Accounts Director of Ganymede Rail said: "Myself and the whole team are once again delighted with the success of another Ganymede Subcontractor Forum. We first launched this partnership in June 2023, and it is great to see how these events have developed thanks to the continued engagement of the supply chain. The collaborative nature of the forum created an open and cooperative environment, allowing us to share innovative ideas for improvement and agree best practice moving forward.” Thank you to all those who attended and made the day a resounding success.” We look forward to hosting our next Subcontractor Forum in Spring 2025.
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Investing in our Engineers
Ganymede host Track Monitoring Appreciation Day to train and upskill EngineersAt Ganymede, we are passionate about investing in our people, ensuring they are empowered, developed and encouraged to learn new skills whenever there is the opportunity. After conversations with clients over recent months, we discovered there was a shortfall between Handback Engineer's undertaking monitoring duties using a cross level (Cant/Gauge) and those using 3D EDM monitoring equipment.As part of our core value 'People are our Passion', our P-Way Technical team worked collaboratively with Collis Engineering to host a Track Monitoring Appreciation Day to upskill Engineers. Working collaboratively in a controlled environmentUtilising the test track at Ganymede's head office, The Derby Conference Centre, the day involved setting up a Trimble Total Station as well as back sight targets. For both the Engineers and our clients in attendance, the day provided a deep understanding for how this equipment is used for track monitoring purposes, showing them what goes into the process from start to finish. Gareth Jackson, P-way Technical Recruitment Consultant said of the event: "It is a massive passion of mine to help develop the next generation of Engineers. With having this controlled environment, it allowed each person to have a go with the equipment and learn off each other. The day was a massive success, with everyone eager to learn and gain more knowledge of how the equipment worked."Continuing in the success of this event, we are in process of planning a dedicated P-Way Recruitment Day, to ensure our newer internal recruitment team members have the expert knowledge and understanding of what goes into working on track. Externally we are in talks with numerous clients, discussing various training requirements that will upskill and develop Engineers, whilst again taking advantage of the test track at Ganymede's head office.Click here for more information on our P-Way Technical expertise.
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Leading labour supplier to the rail industry converts used PPE/Workwear into Energy
Leading labour supplier to the rail industry converts used PPE / Workwear into EnergyGanymede Solutions continually look for new initiatives that support them in achieving their Corporate Social Responsibility strategy, which includes considering environmental impact. As a leading supplier of labour to the rail industry, the sourcing, use and disposal of PPE/Workwear was a key area identified to support this strategy. Together with specialist rail PPE supplier, Safeaid, Ganymede Solutions considered the lifecycle of PPE/Workwear and implemented new recycling facilities. The goals were, firstly, to reduce the amount of PPE/Workwear that is not looked after properly and therefore disposed of before it needs to be. Then, to provide an alternative option to operatives and staff that prevents used clothing going into landfill. Through the recycling operation, instead of ending up in landfill, the shredded textiles are baled and sent on for further processing so that they become refuse derived fuel (RDF). This means that the textile shreds are incinerated to produce steam, which is converted into energy. An education into product lifecycle Ganymede Solutions will be providing learning resources to staff to ensure all PPE is looked after correctly and lasts for as long as possible. Furthermore, the process will be made as easy as possible for operatives to utilise this recycling scheme by having ‘drop and swap’ facilities in eight Ganymede locations across the UK, starting with its office in Wales. The aim is for 25% of staff to use the recycling facility throughout the first year. Gary Lobue, Head of HSEQ said of the new initiative: “We are absolutely thrilled to get this project off the ground, reducing waste to landfill is something we have been working on within our offices, but being able to provide this recycling service to our operatives and staff is fantastic and a testament to our dedication to our Corporate Social Responsibility strategy.” Richard Bowen, Managing Director at Safeaid commented: “We are delighted to support Ganymede with PPE recycling facilities. As a business we’re committed to delivering environmentally responsible solutions to our customers to help them achieve their sustainability goals. These include our Signal carbon neutral PPE range which Ganymede also purchase for their workforce.”
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Huddersfield Re-signalling Project
Ganymede was appointed by Babcock Rail to mobilise an experienced multi-disciplined civils team to help deliver the Huddersfield Re-signalling project. The project was initially put at risk due to a shortage of skilled civils personnel within the North West region. In order to complete the civils programme and to ensure that the deadline was met, at short notice Ganymede was appointed to mobilise additional experienced multi-disciplined civils teams. Client: Network Rail and BabcockDateOctober 2018Key Facts · Our client benefited from our dedicated workforce working to rigid deadlines so they could meet their delivery milestones. · The quality of resource provided was fundamental in the client being able to produce a high standard of installation work, this was crucial to maintaining handover deadlines. · Zero RIDDOR and lost time injuries were a key reflection of adding value to the client, this was demonstrated and enforced with our proactive and very professionally administered safety culture of Safety First, Safety Always. · Ganymede assisted by installing 40km of new routes for the project. Our SolutionBy supporting the project with 80 additional experienced competent site resources, Ganymede ensured the Huddersfield re-signalling project was delivered safely, effectively and within the expected timeframe. We proudly delivered a workforce solution that superseded the expectations of our client by working collaboratively with them at all stages of the project.Value AddedIn addition to our fully managed service and of the provision of competent and safety critical staff, Ganymede also added value to the client in the planning of the project. This project was very restricted with regards to both access and topography and our teams supported with both precision planning and execution.“Regarding works undertaken by the Ganymede gangs on my project H2B, I confirm that the ones I visited completed the works in a good manor and good standard and they were happy to engage in conversation to try to improve things.”Construction Manager, Siemens Get in TouchUse the form below to contact us today about how we can add value to your business.
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Safety Critical and OLE Skilled Staff - East West Rail - Bletchley Viaduct
The Bletchley Viaduct project is part of the new East West Rail line, providing new journey opportunities between central, southern and western England. Ganymede worked collaboratively alongside Volker Rail Specialist Business to modify the layout of the overhead line system, allowing the dismantling of the viaduct to be completed safely and efficiently. ClientVolker Rail Specialist BusinessDateFebruary 2019 – May 2019Key Facts· Ganymede provided crane controllers and OLEC 3 linesmen/women to the Bletchley Viaduct project, part of the wider East West Rail Project· Ganymede supplied all site resource requirements to modify the layout of the overhead line system, allowing the dismantling of the viaduct to be successfully completed safely and efficiently.· With the Bletchley area having shortage of unskilled personnel, Ganymede was able to support the successful delivery of the project by using our nationwide skilled workforce.Our SolutionThroughout the project, Ganymede supplied and managed all site resource requirements to modify the layout of the overhead line system and deliver the preliminary phase of the East West Rail Bletchley Viaduct project. Our continuous focus on Safety First, Safety Always, enabled us to deliver the project safely with zero accidents or incidents. Ganymede was able to advise and supply the client’s project team with competent and safety-focused personnel, ensuring we mitigated any risks and delivered the project on time and on budget.Value AddedWith the Bletchley area having a shortage of unskilled personnel, Ganymede supplied an efficient number of crane controllers and OLEC 3 linesmen/women from our nationwide workforce. A well-managed and cooperative workforce from London and Doncaster were assigned and relocated for the duration of the project. Ganymede dedicated an account manager who was responsible for ensuring all resource requirements were efficiently managed throughout the project. Due to Ganymede’s robust processes and logistical capabilities and commitment to keeping our workforce safe, we ensured that we managed and controlled fatigue levels throughout all stages of the project.Get in TouchUse the form below to contact us today about how we can add value to your business.
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Oxford Corridor Project Case Study
Ganymede was appointed by Network Rail as the primary labour supplier for the Oxford Corridor Project to help deliver a package of schemes and improve the Great Western Route.The Great Western route is being modernised to bring passengers faster, more frequent, more reliable services. As both passenger and freight traffic through Oxford continues to grow, Network Rail is delivering a package of schemes including re-signalling, track remodelling and upgrades to increase capacity, connections and route availability for passengers and freight operators.The previous principal contractor for the Oxford Corridor project went into liquidation in 2018, consequently jeopardising planned operations at the time. Without an effective solution, the potential impact would have been operational delays, increased project costs, mass workforce redundancies and failure to meet key strategic project milestones.The Solution:With the involuntary change in the contract landscape, Network Rail became the principal contractor and formed the Western Enhancement Delivery (WED) division and Ganymede was appointed by WED as the primary labour supplier for the project.To enable a smooth integration within the 21-day time frame, Ganymede needed to win the hearts and minds of the incumbent workforce who were in turmoil with the uncertainty surrounding their positions. Equally, it required the creation of a new account management / resource team who could implement robust resource plans to meet the intended skilled labour uplifts for the duration of the project but, namely to meet the non-standard blockade programmed in four weeks after the resource contract was taken over by Ganymede.Key Facts:Ganymede integrated an incumbent workforce of over 60 individuals, completed relevant compliance checks, developed a training programme and provided a fleet of vehicles including telematics and driver induction/training, all within the project’s tight timescale of 21-days.Ganymede helped to deliver four successful commissionings over three blockades for a new track layout and signalling system. The project included a mixture of track and civil works including track renewals, station refurbishment, piling and end wall construction, demolition, track formation and acoustic barrier installation. At peak we were regularly deploying and managing over 150 personnel at the project in Oxford.All works were delivered without any lost time accidents or incidents. Including the delivery of a major 21-day blockade that required a 150% uplift of resources.Following on from the Oxford Corridor Project, Ganymede continues to support Network Rail (WED) with resources on other projects.Value Added:An integrated Oxford delivery structure was created by key figures from Ganymede and Network Rail senior management team. The newly created dedicated account management team held a series of consultation events at the project depot. This helped allay any fears the project team had and introduced all the operatives to Ganymede. These events were pivotal in outlining the opportunities on the project, our plans as a business moving forward and the expectations from passengers.The programme involved a 21-day implementation time-frame for Ganymede to compliantly ensure the smooth integration of the incumbent workforce. Over 60 individuals were consulted and contracted to Ganymede resulting in no losses of any jobs. The Ganymede fleet department successfully sourced a large fleet of vehicles on to the project through our supply chain, ensuring business as usual from day one of the newly formed collaboration.As part of the staff transition / integration process and in preparation to the forthcoming planned blockade, we held a series of Safety Moment events. This enabled us to embed our safety culture, identify any skills gaps and develop a dedicated training programme.Fundamental to the blockade’s success, was the fact we ensured every shift had internal resource management or our safety team on site. Part of the process also included site update reports every 12 hours to the WED project team. The report outlined real time progress with information on planned work against programme, resource updates, safety close call reporting and resolution, safety status and potential contingency requirements.The ResultThrough a positive safety culture and a passionate resourceful attitude, the Oxford Corridor project was a major success. More importantly, all works were delivered without any lost time accidents or incidents, there were no overruns throughout the life of the project and all the works were delivered on time and within budget.Following on from the success of the Oxford Corridor Project, Ganymede continue to support the WED project team with resources for their ongoing projects.“As you know we completed what we can only be described as a significant piece of work in the Oxford area. We delivered a major milestone in the project successfully and with very few real issues. The professionalism on the WED team has been excellence and the attitudes great. I’m really proud of what we have all achieved as a team and am really grateful to you all. On the Whole I’ve been really impressed with the Ganymede team in taking on the mantel since Carillion’s demise and supporting Network Rail with the continued delivery of the Oxford project. I’ve found everybody in Ganymede has wanted to help an support that delivery and resolve any issues quickly. You should all be really proud of this team, well done and thank you.” Senior Programme Manager, Western Enhancements Delivery – Network RailGet in TouchUse the form below to contact us today about how we can add value to your business.
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News and Insights
Joint employment initiative wins in Safer Communities Awards 2023
Joint employment initiative wins in Safer Communities Awards 2023 As part of our Being Socially Responsible core value, Ganymede have a commitment to ‘Employment as a Social Issue’. This means we collaboratively work with others in the industry to provide opportunities for those in hard-to-reach communities and utilise our local job knowledge to support people into work. Award winning On-Track Programme The On-Track Programme brings public and private entities intuitively together, taking unemployed through a cycle of mentoring, work experience, training before entering guaranteed Rail employment. The list of partnered bodies in the On-Track Programme include Ganymede Solutions; Absolute Training & Assessing Ltd; Probation Service; Cardiff City Council; Network Rail; Dyfodol; South Wales Police; Department for Work and Pensions. This work was recognised by The Safer Communities Awards for Wales, a national body which celebrates and showcases the work being undertaken across Wales to make communities better in multiple areas. On Thursday 30th November 2023 the inaugural Safer Communities Awards Ceremony was held at the Village Hotel, Swansea.Our programme was shortlisted in the Partnership category, which we were adjudged the winner. Stuart Fraser, Accounts Director for Ganymede said: “I am genuinely proud of our team in Wales and how Ganymede have been given the opportunity to be involved in such a worthy initiative alongside our training partner; Absolute Training & Assessing Ltd, who collaborated with the Probation Service; Cardiff City Council; Network Rail; Dyfodol; South Wales Police; Department for Work and Pensions.There is no doubt that all parties involved have been and will be a vital cog in the rehabilitation of these former offenders moreover, I am genuinely optimistic that our impact will help give the individuals included on the “On Track Programme” a true sense of purpose and a career in rail that has great development opportunities."
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Ganymede Subcontractor Forum Winter 2023
Ganymede continue to strengthen Subcontractor Partnership with second collaborative eventFollowing the launch of this initiative in June 2023, we are delighted to share the success of our second Subcontractor Partnership event hosted at our head office, the Derby Conference Centre. As part of the Network Rail CP6 Contingent Labour framework and to encourage more work with SME’s, Ganymede have selected and approved a number of subcontractors to fulfil our obligations. With this in mind, we have developed a HSEQ and operational strategy with initiatives set to take us into CP7, with objectives through KPIs to measure our progress and achieve this aim.It is excellent to see how the Ganymede Subcontractor Partnership has developed since our initial event back in June, with such a high level of cooperation and engagement from so many within the supply chain. Oliver Wright, Operations Director of Ganymede Rail said: "I am delighted to express my utmost satisfaction with the sub-contractor forum we held this week. The level of engagement and active participation from everyone involved was truly commendable. It was great to witness the collective dedication and commitment towards our shared goals. I am confident that this forum has paved the way for even greater collaboration and success in the future. Thank you all for making this day a resounding success."We are passionate about further strengthening this collaboration, so for this forum we invited Ash Construction Group, Lightfoot and Safeaid to contribute.Tony Allday, National Labour & Recruitment Director of Ash Construction Group said: "It was a pleasure to be included in the day. We found it very insightful, and we hope that the collaborative working and innovation we are all working on together is starting to come to fruition for the benefit of everyone involved." Thank you to all those who attended this event, we trust you found the day worthwhile and look forward to hosting our next event in 2024.
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Safety First Newsletter - Summer 2023
The Summer 2023 edition of Safety First, Ganymede’s quarterly safety newsletter is now available to read.In this edition we focus on:Lessons LearntSimplification of NR/L2/OHS/019 Safety of People at Work on or Near the Line: Issue 12Electrical Safety Step UpSpotlight on SafetyClose Call ReportingUnderstanding the RailwayAbbreviations of Railway organisations and associationsEventsGanymede Subcontractor ForumSummer 2023 Safety MomentsRail Safety WeekRail LiveHealth and WellbeingDehydrationSummer working remindersThe Samarathon Read the Summer 2023 Safety First Newsletter hereAs always, we trust you will find the newsletter useful and engaging. If you have any questions or feedback after reading this edition of Safety First, please don't hesitate to get in touch using the form below.
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Safety Moment Events - Summer 2023
Ganymede are delighted to share the success of our Summer 2023 Safety Moment events Taking place across the UK in Scotland, Kent, Wales and Doncaster, Ganymede Safety Moment events are held once a quarter and give our rail operatives the opportunity to hear about the latest safety initiatives and industry messages. We also use these events to encourage our workforce to #SpeakUp, ask questions and voice their thoughts and any concerns.The focus of our Summer 2023 Safety Moments was around our #SpeakUp and encouraging Close Call reporting. We also explained the importance of reporting accidents and incidents immediately to Ganymede and briefed our operatives on the fair culture and how it is used to protect any individuals involved, ensuring any actions implemented are fair.We also briefed the Network Rail Electrical Step Up to Safety. The Electrical Safety Step-Up is part of the wider Culture Industry Approach strategy to address cultural change and recommendations from recent electrical incidents around both the overhead line and conductor rail electrification systems.”As always, it was pleasing to see an excellent turn out for these events, and it is fantastic to see just how engaged our operatives are in our Safety First, Safety Always ethos.Gary Lobue, Head of HSEQ said of the events:“It was well worth the visits and the time spent at our local offices meeting many of our workers to share our safety, health and wellbeing initiatives and messages through the promotion of our Speak Up campaign.I don’t think you can beat face to face engagement with your frontline workforce, who are the most valuable persons within any business. Meeting these individuals brought out all the passion and emotion that I have for their safety, as honest conversations and discussions developed between us all ensuring 2-way communications were achieved throughout."We trust all attendees found the sessions useful and engaging. As a business we are committed to raising awareness and sharing safety messages to our workforce to help keep everyone safe so the value in these sessions cannot be understated.The next series of Safety Moment events will resume in the Autumn.
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Our team at Terex found the Ganymede Connect extremely helpful towards filling one of our recent vacant roles. The video software gave us the opportunity to be involved right from the beginning and have increased visibility and control of the shortlisting process. The video screening was not only super-fast and efficient but also made the whole experience a lot more personal and interactive. I would definitely recommend it for any business and candidates who want to make the most out of the process
A Peake
HR Manager
Ganymede Connect makes the recruitment process so much easier. Having candidate interviews available to view remotely means the selection process becomes vastly more efficient. No longer do the Interviewers have to be together in one place, reducing the need to coordinate diaries. Candidate interviews can also be tailored to answer the specific questions relating to the assignment, making the selection process much quicker. Simply put, Ganymede Connect is a game-changer for staff recruitment
D Paris
Head of Engineering Services
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