At Colas Rail, we have over one hundred years of experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built or maintained by Colas Rail. We deliver on the challenges set by a rapidly changing railway environment - constantly seeking to adapt our behavior and culture to not only meet and exceed the expectations of our customers and stakeholders but also continuously develop and support our people.
Purpose of the Role
To support the Lead Engineer in all technical matters associated with the planning and construction of the allocated multi-disciplinary sites. To coordinate all P'Way aspects of construction and associated works with the other disciplines and to deliver construction work safely to the level of quality expected by the company and the Client on time, to budget and in line with all relevant standards, processes, and procedures.
Person Specification
Essential
1. Education to HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent suitable experience
2. Comprehensive understanding of permanent way and related engineering principles, including interfaces between disciplines
3. Good knowledge and understanding of track standards, processes, and procedures
4. Computer literacy
5. Safety Management training
6. Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation relevant to Construction and Engineering
7. Must be able to drive
8. Personal Track Safety
9. Project Induction
10. Controller of Site Safety
11. Risk Assessment
12. COSHH
Desirable
1. Holding or working towards a professional qualification
Key Responsibilities
Work as directed by the Delivery Manager and Lead Engineer. Ensure proposed construction plans are safe, cost-effective, and achievable. Assist the Technical and Lead Engineers in improving productivity and introducing innovation. Carry out risk assessments as part of design and construction work. Carry out analysis, prepare plans/programs, detailed site/track/topographical surveys, review or check Particular Specifications, designs, or estimates, undertake detailed planning, site visits, and progress work as directed. Assist Construction Manager and Lead Engineer to produce planning documents, multi-discipline Work Package Plans, and Task Briefs. Carry out CRT site assessments. Discuss all construction and constructability issues with the construction team. Hold competence to raise/remove TSR to level 3 at any line speed. Perform and control all on-site technical activities and quality control, such as surveying, stressing, and Tamping. Ensure liaison with other disciplines. Ensure the development of Junior Engineers/apprentices. Follow all safety-critical processes (such as ground disturbance, As-builts, CRT, track commissioning, etc…). Refer any Design issues to the Lead Engineer (CRE) and CEM. Refer non-compliances to the standards and all technical issues to the Lead Engineer (CRE) and CEM. Ensure timely production and communication of reports, including the submission of technical documents for the Health and Safety file. Attend planning, progress, and technical meetings as directed. Attend engineering and technical briefing as directed. Attend all training and induction courses as directed. Assist in audits as directed. Cover weekend/night duties as per roster. Ensure all foreseeable risks are identified and suitably mitigated. Ensure construction work is delivered to the required quality, and on-site quality checks are carried out. Carry out technical duties at worksite, including all aspects of laser-controlled digs, construction tamping, stressing, and track commissioning (speed raising). Control all on-site technical activities and quality control. Ensure timely and accurate site markups, including CANT markings. Ensure site reporting is completed satisfactorily. Achieve zero technical non-compliances and corrective actions under external technical audit. Maintain a register of calibrated equipment and suitable quarantine process. Prepare plans/programs, detailed site/track/topographical surveys, As-built diagrams, dig sheets, stressing diagrams, review or check Particular Specification, designs, or estimates, site visits, and progress work as directed.
What we Offer
Competitive Salary
34 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
Company-funded Job Use Van
Business fuel card* (for business fuel purchases only)
Industry-leading Life Assurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme
Pension Scheme
Eye Care Vouchers
Long Service Award
Season Ticket Loan
Occupational Health Service
Colas Rail in the United Kingdom hold three core values: Care, Share, and Dare. We take care of our employees, always ensuring safety is a top priority and we nurture our collective wellbeing. We share a passion for what we do, celebrate our achievements, and value high standards like nowhere else. We dare to take on new challenges; we are one of the international leaders in our industry. We continually innovate and expand in new markets.
We value and encourage diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability, age, religion, or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. We will create a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We are committed to the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
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