Specialising in Possession Limit Controls - The Future of Enigneering Access protection
GF Rail Consultancy Services
We specialize in delivering expert advice, guidance, and coaching for Possession Delivery and Planning including Rail Operations specialising in Possession Limit Controls within the UK rail industry.
Your Trusted Possession Delivery Partner
At GF Rail Consultants, we have built a reputation on delivering exceptional consultancy services in the UK rail industry. Our experienced team specializes in all aspects of rail operations, from consultancy to possession planning. We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve operational excellence through expertly tailored solutions.
Our Key Services
Discover a range of services designed to enhance your railway operations. Our focus is on providing tailored solutions that drive efficiency and ensure operational excellence.
Consultancy Services
Dedicated consultancy to guide you through complex railway operations and possession planning with specific focus on Possession Limit Controls and the introduction of new technology that provides Secondary and Additional protection for Possessions and Line Blockages.
Operational Delivery
Expert management strategies to enhance the performance and safety of railway Possessions and Line Blocks.
Possession Planning
Comprehensive planning services to ensure seamless track possessions with minimal disruption.
Compliance Assurance
Ensure all operations comply with industry standards and regulations for safety and efficiency, we can also provide a dedicated service that can create operational documents, special instructions or any specific operational requirement specified by the Client.
Incident and Accident investigation competent to L3 Network Rail Standard, and Audits can also be delivered to the Clients specifications.
Who We Are
Gerry Fitzsimmons - Lead Consultant
Gerry's career began in the UK Rail industry for Network Rail as a signaler in 1999 for 4 years, he then became a Rail Safety Professional for 3 years.
He then moved into Possession Delivery for 14 years when the possession delivery teams were set up within Scotland Route, becoming the Senior Operations Delivery Manager for Scotland Route for 5 years.
Gerry then moved into Supply Chain to manage Millerhill and Kingmoor Yards before returning to Scotland Route as Area Planning Manager for 2 years, and was subsequently seconded to deliver all things Possession Limit Controls within Scotland Route and was the lead project manager delivering the Initiate access protection system into Edinburgh Signalling Centre.
Record of qualifications and experience
CV
Internal Auditor (CQI | IRCA certified) – Walsall training centre 2017
Dynamic Risk Assessment workshop – Larbert training centre 2013
Diversity & Inclusion workshop - Larbert training centre 2013
Fair Culture workshop - Larbert training centre 2013
Pilotman - Larbert training centre 2012
Leading and Managing Teams – Westwood, Network Rail 2010/11
Level 4 investigator accidents & incidents- Larbert training centre 2015
Formal Investigator – Derby Network Rail 2010
IWRR course – Derby Network Rail 2009
Advanced Coaching – Westwood Network Rail 2007
Coaching for Leadership – Westwood, Network Rail 2006
Frontline Leadership – Westwood, Network Rail 2006
Core Investigator Accidents / Incidents – April 05, course completed and passed.
Display Screen Assessor – Feb 05, course passed allowing me to undertake DSE workstation assessments.
NEBOSH General Certificate – January 2005
Environmental awareness training – Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Noise pollution Understanding water courses, Disposal of waste, Understanding importance of an Environment policy.
Basic Safety Risk Management, the course included – Understanding Pre-cursers to catastrophic events, Health and Safety at Work Act, RIDDOR reportable injuries, Understanding accident frequency rates.
Signallers Course – Rules and Regulations and signalling principles
25
Years of Experience
2
Successful Projects
3
Clients Served
Current Clients
Current clients include Resonate, Network Rail Scotland Route, Network Rail Technical Authourity
Contact us
Telephone: 07527747849
E-mail: gerryfitzsimmons@gf-railconsultants.co.uk
Address: 8 Rose Terrace, Denny, FK6 5DQ, United Kingdom
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