About Us

Paul brings over 35 years of extensive experience in the railway industry, encompassing everything from setting up train operations to human resource management. Over the last 15 years, Paul has played a pivotal role in shaping competence management and learning programs across the rail sector, with a particular focus on CMS assessment design and the application of the Assure online CMS/LMS.

His profound expertise in Operations, Training, and Development has garnered him immense respect within the industry and beyond. Paul’s significant contributions include being the only independent consultant invited to join the HSE’s Rail Industry Advisory Committee (RIAC) safety critical work group, where he was instrumental in developing the Railway Principles and Guidance for maintaining and enhancing staff competence.

In addition to his regulatory work, Paul has innovated training methods within the industry by designing simulation techniques such as the tabletop Simkit and the DeskSim, which provide realistic training experiences. These tools have revolutionised training processes, making them more effective and engaging.

Currently, Paul is also involved in creating railway animations to support training for ETCS projects and Driver training programs. His comprehensive experience and innovative approach to training and development continue to drive excellence and improvement in the rail industry.

Rob has over 20 years’ experience in a range of Operational Management roles gaining a vast array of experience, knowledge and skills to manage and deliver high level projects. Rob’s most recent position was as Head of Driver Training Strategy at MTR Elizabeth Line (Crossrail), where he was responsible for helping TFL deliver on their staged opening plan commitments. Rob led the delivery of their training strategy ensuring a sufficient number of drivers were trained in the 3 different signalling systems (ETCS, CBTC and AWS) in order to ensure drivers were operational for the opening dates.

Rob has also had the opportunity to apply his skills internationally on various projects ranging from the introduction of new trains to accident and incident investigation training.

Rob joins RPD with a wealth of experience to continually grow the RPD brand and quality of training and consulting activities associated with RPD.

Tristan brings over 20 years of operational railway experience to the table, with his most recent and proudest achievement being his role as an International Train Driver for Eurostar. This hard-earned position provided him with extensive knowledge and experience in High-Speed Rail operations on HS1 and the LGV in France, along with proficiency in French and an understanding of international rail operations.

Before his tenure at Eurostar, Tristan served as a Train Driving Instructor and Driver Team Leader for MTR Elizabeth Line (Crossrail). In these roles, he played a crucial part in the commissioning process and delivered training for drivers on the new class 345 units, and later, training and assessing drivers on the CBTC system in the central operating section. Additionally, Tristan’s experience as a Driving Instructor for National Express East Anglia and Abellio Greater Anglia has allowed him to master a variety of traction types, further enriching his skill set.

At RPD, Tristan leverages his comprehensive operational experience and expertise in training and assessment to contribute significantly to the ongoing development and delivery of our training programs. He regularly delivers and supports ETCS, accident and investigation, and driver training, also working closely with the OTM sector to support them in various capacities.

Alex brings over 15 years of experience in business and operations support across diverse industries. Her expertise includes finance, human resources, strategic planning, and facilities management.

As our Head of Business Support/Director, Alex plays a critical role in optimising business processes, implementing company policies, and ensuring efficient resource allocation to enhance overall productivity. With a strong focus on strategic planning and innovation, Alex actively collaborates with different departments and senior management, fostering effective communication and problem-solving to address complex challenges. leadership. Alex’s leadership style emphasises open communication, continuous improvement, and a customer-centric focus.

We are confident that Alex’s exceptional leadership skills and experience in managing diverse support functions will continue to prove invaluable in driving our organisation towards continued success and future growth.

Kerry brings over 35 years of experience in management, customer support, systems analysis, and development coordination to her critical role at RPD. Her extensive background, including over 11 years in the rail consultancy industry, equips her with a diverse skill set that greatly benefits our organisation.

Kerry’s role is pivotal to our business, as she is responsible for developing system design specifications, further enhancing the Assure online Competence and Learning Management System, and ensuring seamless system training and support. Her expertise in these areas drives the continuous improvement and effectiveness of our systems.

Additionally, Kerry heads our City & Guilds Accreditation/Qualification Centre, guaranteeing that all delegates receive top-notch training and assessments that meet industry standards. Her leadership and experience are invaluable assets to RPD.

Adam brings over 10 years of experience in customer support, business systems, data analysis, and operational process improvement. His background includes working extensively with CRM and ERP systems alongside Microsoft 365 applications for reporting, communication, and data management. Recognised for his strong problem-solving abilities and customer-focused approach, he has developed a reputation for improving workflows, resolving complex user issues, and supporting operational efficiency across multiple teams.

His experience includes data cleansing and reporting, issue investigation, documentation, user guidance, and process improvement.

His combination of technical understanding, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills further strengthens RPD’s commitment to delivering high-quality support, innovation, and customer service excellence.

India has been an integral part of RPD for over five years, playing a vital role in the success of our operations. In her role, she excels at planning course bookings and resources, sending out joining instructions, and coordinating trainers for the diverse array of RPD products and offerings.

India oversees the End Point Assessment booking system for the Train Driver Level 3 standard, ensuring assessors log their availability and efficiently processing apprentices’ gateway evidence, allowing employers to book assessments seamlessly.

As our RPD City & Guilds coordinator, India meticulously plans courses and reviews candidate assessment evidence before claiming certificates of achievement. Additionally, she manages all aspects of SimKits, from procurement and production to sales, ensuring they arrive safely and intact.

India’s dedication and attention to detail are crucial to our business, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality service delivery across all our training programs and products.

Martin joined RPD in 2022, bringing over 15 years of extensive experience in software development. Having previously worked with our IT partners, Martin’s transition to our own IT team has been seamless, and we are thrilled to have him on board.

Martin’s deep expertise in software development is a tremendous asset to our organisation. He plays a crucial role in the design, development, and implementation of our systems, ensuring that our technology infrastructure is robust, scalable, and efficient. His proficiency in various programming languages and development frameworks enables him to tackle complex technical challenges with innovative solutions.

In addition to his technical skills, Martin is known for his collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across different teams. Martin’s dedication to excellence and continuous improvement aligns perfectly with our goals at RPD, and we are delighted to have such a skilled and experienced professional as part of our IT team.