Former easyJet executive switches planes for trains in new role to head-up engineering transformation at Northern
John Khatri has been appointed head of engineering transformation delivery at train operator, Northern.
The former easyJet executive, who has also held a number of senior roles at TUI Group, will be responsible for driving forward a multi-million pound change programme.
That programme will focus on enhancing ways of working and processes, new technologies and improvements to facilities.
Khatri, who grew up in Blackpool and was a student at King Edward VII School in Lytham (now AKS Lytham), studied chemistry at The University of Manchester.
Jack Commandeur, engineering director at Northern, said: “John is a great addition to our engineering team.
“John’s experience in business change and project management is first rate and I look forward to him bringing his clear passion and enthusiasm for programme delivery to Northern.”
John Khatri, head of engineering transformation delivery at Northern, said: “I’m delighted to have joined Northern at what is a very exciting stage of their transformation journey.
“Their ambition and commitment to engineering excellence is well known and I look forward to working with colleagues across Northern to improve the service we provide to our customers.”
