PTS Rail Welder – MMA 1-5 & FCAW 1-2
Location: South East England
Contract: Permanent
Shifts: Nights, Weekends, Midweek
Pay: Details available on request
RSS Infrastructure are recruiting experienced PTS Rail Welders with Sentinel welding competencies (MMA 1-5 & FCAW 1-2) to support rail infrastructure projects across the South East.
Working within a Network Rail framework, you will join a highly skilled team delivering rail welding works on the UK rail network. This role offers stable permanent employment, guaranteed hours, and excellent opportunities for career progression within a leading rail infrastructure contractor.
What you’ll do
Carry out Manual Metal Arc (MMA) rail welding on the UK rail infrastructure
Undertake FCAW welding activities in accordance with rail industry standards
Work safely on or near the line following Network Rail safe systems of work
Operate as part of a 2–4 person rail welding team delivering infrastructure works
Maintain compliance with Sentinel competencies and rail safety requirements
Use rail cutting and preparation equipment, including Robel 13:49 rail saw, where requiredWhat you need
Essential
Sentinel Personal Track Safety (PTS)
Valid Sentinel welding competencies: MMA 1-5
Valid Sentinel welding competencies: FCAW 1-2
Experience working on UK rail infrastructure
Experience working within Network Rail frameworks
Full driving licenceDesirable
Experience operating Robel 13:49 rail saw
Additional rail welding or track competenciesBenefits
RSS Infrastructure offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Guaranteed 130 hours per month
25 days annual leave
Company vehicle and fuel card
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance
Health Cash Plan
BUPA private medical insurance
Company sick pay
Free training and competency assessments
Opportunities for career progression and further rail competencies
About us
RSS Infrastructure (RSSI) is a leading service provider to the rail and construction industries. With over 200 full-time employees and a strong contingent workforce, we deliver high-quality services nationwide across Civils, Rail Operations, Signalling & Telecoms, Track Warning Systems, Arboriculture, Welding and more.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we actively encourage applications from reservists and veterans.
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