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The client is introducing an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system across their rail network using a proven ETCS Level 1 system. While the equipment has been successfully used in Europe, risks are associated with applying it in the client's network. The role involves specialist capability in safety and risk management for projects, preparing safety documentation, conducting risk assessments, and providing safety consulting, verification, and training. Relevant experience includes at least 5 years in rail system safety and ETCS projects, leading safety implementations, expertise in ETCS applications and standards, and railway technical and operational background.

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Railway Safety Manager Our client is in the process of introducing an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system across their rail network and has selected an ETCS Level 1 system. The particular ATP equipment has already been successfully proven in operational service in Europe and so is considered an ‘off- the-shelf’ system. However, there are risks associated with the application, installation and operation of the system in the network environment. Key tasks: Provide specialist capability for the consideration of safety and risk management within assigned projects. The purpose of which is to support project management in the making of risk based decisions and the achievement of improved safety outcomes Prepare and / or review specialist safety risk and safety change (Safety Case) documentation that are applicable to assigned projects. The purpose of which is to demonstrate that effective consideration / application of relevant safety and risk issues within the project has been undertaken and to achieve compliance with the relevant provisions of the Safety Management System Provide specialist capability for the conduct of the full range of risk assessment related activities and associated analysis, the purpose of which is to support project management in the making of risk based decisions and the achievement of improved safety outcomes. Provide specialist safety and risk consulting services to operational and project management personnel, the purpose of which is to support and enable the achievement of effective risk based decision making and the delivery of sound business outcomes. Conduct Independent Verification of safety and risk reports / assessments that identify significant safety concerns, the purpose of which is assure the consistent application of the relevant provisions of the Safety Management System, to verify the suitability of the methodology used and establish the validity of the conclusions and recommendations made. Provide guided learning, mentoring and peer support to operational and project personnel in relation to safety assurance and safety risk. The purpose of which is to progressively develop the safety assurance and safety risk knowledge and competencies of this key management group personnel, thereby enabling improved risk based decision making. Experience and background:  At least 5 years’ experience in System Safety in Rail and 5 years project experience of ETCS  Demonstrable experience of leading Safety and successful ETCS implementation  Demonstrable expertise in ETCS, their application, compliance and acceptance  Demonstrable ability to communicate with Executive level management. Confidential Eric Goodman (905) 399-3742 eric.goodman@ctsna.ca
 A broad railway technical and operational background  A proactive and pragmatic approach to solving potential issues  Demonstrable understanding of:  Derivation and demonstration of SIL  Demonstrable knowledge of ISA and NoBo certification of Technical Standards for Interoperability TSI (including non-compliance with TSI’s)  Experience of how ETCS Level 1 and 2 systems are operated on a revenue railway;  In-depth knowledge of the relevant railway safety standards i.e. CENELEC 50126/8/9 and their application e.g. Yellow Book, their application and limitations Confidential Eric Goodman (905) 399-3742 eric.goodman@ctsna.ca

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  • 1. Railway Safety Manager Our client is in the process of introducing an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system across their rail network and has selected an ETCS Level 1 system. The particular ATP equipment has already been successfully proven in operational service in Europe and so is considered an ‘off- the-shelf’ system. However, there are risks associated with the application, installation and operation of the system in the network environment. Key tasks: Provide specialist capability for the consideration of safety and risk management within assigned projects. The purpose of which is to support project management in the making of risk based decisions and the achievement of improved safety outcomes Prepare and / or review specialist safety risk and safety change (Safety Case) documentation that are applicable to assigned projects. The purpose of which is to demonstrate that effective consideration / application of relevant safety and risk issues within the project has been undertaken and to achieve compliance with the relevant provisions of the Safety Management System Provide specialist capability for the conduct of the full range of risk assessment related activities and associated analysis, the purpose of which is to support project management in the making of risk based decisions and the achievement of improved safety outcomes. Provide specialist safety and risk consulting services to operational and project management personnel, the purpose of which is to support and enable the achievement of effective risk based decision making and the delivery of sound business outcomes. Conduct Independent Verification of safety and risk reports / assessments that identify significant safety concerns, the purpose of which is assure the consistent application of the relevant provisions of the Safety Management System, to verify the suitability of the methodology used and establish the validity of the conclusions and recommendations made. Provide guided learning, mentoring and peer support to operational and project personnel in relation to safety assurance and safety risk. The purpose of which is to progressively develop the safety assurance and safety risk knowledge and competencies of this key management group personnel, thereby enabling improved risk based decision making. Experience and background: ï‚· At least 5 years’ experience in System Safety in Rail and 5 years project experience of ETCS ï‚· Demonstrable experience of leading Safety and successful ETCS implementation ï‚· Demonstrable expertise in ETCS, their application, compliance and acceptance ï‚· Demonstrable ability to communicate with Executive level management. Confidential Eric Goodman (905) 399-3742 eric.goodman@ctsna.ca
  • 2. ï‚· A broad railway technical and operational background ï‚· A proactive and pragmatic approach to solving potential issues ï‚· Demonstrable understanding of: ï‚· Derivation and demonstration of SIL ï‚· Demonstrable knowledge of ISA and NoBo certification of Technical Standards for Interoperability TSI (including non-compliance with TSI’s) ï‚· Experience of how ETCS Level 1 and 2 systems are operated on a revenue railway; ï‚· In-depth knowledge of the relevant railway safety standards i.e. CENELEC 50126/8/9 and their application e.g. Yellow Book, their application and limitations Confidential Eric Goodman (905) 399-3742 eric.goodman@ctsna.ca