Scrum Master

SCRUM MASTER X2

24 MONTHS CONTRACT

SANDIACRE NG10 5AN (HYBRID 3 DAYS OFFICE)

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Progress Rail is looking to recruit 2 Scrum Masters to support the Head of Transformation Programme with the transformation of the business though a multiyear programme of redefinition and realignment of processes ways of working with data and ultimately software. This scrum master will deliver to agile and scrum principals primarily in a business improvement environment rather than a solely software development scenario.

The post holder will work within a small team of Scrum Masters across several large projects including: Process Mapping Business Data Structure and ERP System Migration. They will also support the adoption of agile business practises into a traditionally waterfall business via the introduction of new best practises training sessions and positive engagement across multiple departments and cross functional groups to allow this change strategy to be embedded into the standard culture and way of working at PRSUK.

THE ROLE:
As a Scrum Master your duties will include:

• Build strong collaborative relationships with product owners stakeholders and team members to ensure alignment and mutual understanding.
• Facilitate Scrum events including sprint planning daily standups and retrospectives.
• Encourage open and constructive dialogue to maintain focus on team objectives and shared goals mediating disagreements and providing professional challenge where necessary.
• Create a positive team culture that encourages autonomy improvement and growth. 
• Coach and mentor team members on Agile methodologies and best practices
• Work closely with Product Owners to manage the product backlog and ensure it is accurate and prioritized
• Monitor and communicate progress risks and issues to ensure projects are delivered on time and meet quality expectations.
• Proactively identify and challenge to remove blockers to help the team stay focused on achieving their sprint goals.
• Take ownership of the tracking tool(s) within owned scrums leveraging features to monitor progress and ensure accurate data.
• Partner with digital teams and other stakeholders to streamline processes and drive internal efficiency improvements.
• Evaluate team performance metrics to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Advocate for and facilitate Agile maturity across the organisation offering training and support to foster a culture of growth and adaptability.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and refine Agile practices to meet evolving delivery and team needs.

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal Scrum Master:

• Certified Scrum Master
• Demonstrable experience in change management
• Demonstrable experience in agile methodology including scrums
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical skills with internal customer focused approach
• Strong ability to work effectively with crossfunction teams
• Highly selfmotivated
• Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously
• Office 365 suite literate

BENEFITS:

• 33 days holiday per annum pro rata (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
• Company pension scheme with 5 employee and 7 employer contribution
• As a member of the Group Personal Pension Plan employee covered by the Company funded life assurance for 3 times salary
• Access to employee discounts hub
• Discounted healthcare cash plan
• Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme
• Various employee recognition schemes

ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL:

Progress Rail a Caterpillar company is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD locomotives engines and technologies railcars trackwork fasteners signalling rail welding and Kershaw MaintenanceofWay equipment along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.

Progress Rails deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States Canada Mexico Brazil Germany Italy Australia China Germany India South Africa the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom we are committed to serving our customers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:

Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this role please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site.

We would politely request no agencies please.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime