Karina Thaibsyah
Programme Manager (Change) @Network Rail
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WORK HISTORY
Programme Manager (Change) @Network Rail
Lead a national workforce management transformation programme within the Track & Train portfolio, supporting integration under Great British Railways reform.Key Impact:• Mobilised and lead a three-workstream transformation programme forecast to deliver £15m in efficiency savings• Translate systems-thinking proof of concepts into scalable operational models• Establish governance, benefits tracking and executive reporting frameworks• Facilitate cross-regional planning and prioritisation across matrix-managed teams• Align senior stakeholders to shared delivery milestones and performance outcomes• Embed sustainable workforce planning models to reduce premium cost exposure
EDUCATION
Brunel University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Sports Science
Middlesex University
Master of Science (MSc), Strength and Conditioning
Watford Grammar School for Girls
A Levels, GCSE's
Westminster University
PGCE, Education
ABOUT KARINA THAIBSYAH
I am a strategic programme and transformation leader with over 10 years’ experience delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives across infrastructure, education and workforce strategy.I specialise in translating strategic ambition into structured, measurable delivery — aligning stakeholders, embedding governance, and driving sustainable change across matrix-managed environments. My work sits at the intersection of programme leadership, business analysis and organisational transformation.Currently, I lead a national workforce management transformation within Network Rail’s Systems Thinking and Change team, supporting the integration of Network Rail and Train Operating Companies under Great British Railways reform. The programme spans multiple regions and workstreams and is forecast to deliver £15m in national efficiencies through improved workforce planning, governance and operational alignment.Across my career I have:• Led multi-workstream transformation programmes with executive sponsorship• Designed and implemented governance and benefits-tracking frameworks• Facilitated cross-functional collaboration in complex, politically sensitive environments• Built inclusive talent and early careers strategies to close critical skills gaps• Managed budgets exceeding £5m and departments serving learners• Developed high-performing teams through coaching, clarity and accountabilityMy approach is values-led and data-informed. I focus on clarity, alignment and impact — ensuring transformation delivers meaningful outcomes for customers, learners, employees and organisations.I am particularly interested in large-scale transformation, agile delivery environments, and roles that combine strategic leadership with operational execution.
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