Title: Rail Engineer
Requisition ID: 9534
We are excited to offer a Permanent - PWay Rail Engineer position to join our dynamic AIW/IM team at Treforest. 35 hrs per week, on-site working role.
PWay Rail Engineer will provide expert technical support to the PWay Manager & PWE for all aspects of rail management including ultrasonic rail testing, rail lubrication and all wheel/rail interface issues, including the development and implementation of the wheel/rail interface strategy providing innovative solutions to maximise rail life. Ownership of the rail grinding and associated rail testing programmes. Responsible for the management of the rail defect database, prevention of buckling inspections process and stressing records.
This role offers you the unique opportunity to work on the Core Valley Lines, currently the biggest investment in public transport infrastructure in Wales, working as part of a new and growing team maintaining the brand-new electrified railway that forms the backbone of the South Wales Metro.
What You’ll Do
* Support P-Way Manager in the development of work plans that enables work to be delivered safely, efficiently and compliant to standards.
* Carry out duties as instructed by PWay Section Manager which you are competent for.
* Plan & schedule track inspections such as ultrasonic inspections, rail surveys, adjustment switch inspections, S&C inspections (053/054) and carry out analysis and examinations of defects.
* Maintain a defects database/register, clamp register and other asset registers as necessary, ensuring all recorded defects and repaired within timescales.
* Prepare work and resource specifications and method statements including Safe System of Work Plans and deliver work in accordance with the relevant maintenance plans.
* Control, supervise and check the quality of work undertaken/delivered and confirm the assets are compliant to standards in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements and other instructions.
* Check that vehicles, plant, tools, equipment, and materials under your control are fit for use and are used/stored and disposed of correctly.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews.
* Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like PWay Supervisor.
* Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeships and professional memberships.
* Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
* Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions.
* Holidays: Enjoy at least 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 4 days.
* Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
* Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
* Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.
What You’ll Bring
* HNC in a Civil/Mechanical discipline or relevant experience can be considered in lieuli>
* PTS, COSS, Plain line inspection knowledge, S&C inspection knowledge - Essential.
* SVI – Desirable.
* 053/054 – Desirable.
* ES/PICOP - Desirable.
* Flexibility to work evening and weekends - on call requirement.
Application Guidance
At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.
As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sabi Suleman, our recruiter for this role, at Sabira.Suleman@amey.co.uk.
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