Overview
Contracts Manager – Rail Maintenance
Location: Essex (Office-based) Salary: £45,000–£55,000 + Company Vehicle Employment: Full-time | Permanent Hybrid/Remote: Full time office role, 830am to 530pm
I am working with a specialist contractor in the rail sector who deliver height-safety solutions across a variety of rail maintenance and infrastructure projects. Due to sustained growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee site delivery, compliance, and operational performance across a growing project portfolio.
The company installs and maintains a wide range of height-safety systems on rail sites, including:
* Mansafe / fall-protection systems
* Cat ladders and fixed access solutions
* Eyebolts, anchors, and gantries
* Inspection, testing, and certification services
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, technically strong leader to play a key role in strengthening and developing their operational function.
The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of all installation and inspection works. Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and coordinating installation and inspection projects
* Producing, reviewing, and approving RAMS
* Ensuring compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005
* Overseeing installations
* Managing engineers, subcontractors, and site labour
* Controlling permits-to-work and site documentation
* Leading accident investigations and completing RIDDOR reporting
* Acting as the main point of contact for audits and site inspections
What We’re Looking For
* Height Safety Experience - Essential!
* NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely
* Practical experience on construction or rail projects involving work at height
* Technical knowledge of Mansafe, lifeline, and fall-arrest systems
* Understanding of BS 7883 inspection requirements
* SSSTS or SMSTS
* Strong working knowledge of RAMS, Work at Height Regulations, and fall-protection principles
* Background in FM, industrial, or infrastructure sites
* Full UK driving licence
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