650v Electrical Installer/Tester
Location: Barnsley (covering sites across the East Midlands route)
Sector: Rail (D&P / 650v Power)
A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced 650v Electrical Installer/Tester to join our expanding D&P team delivering electrical installation and testing works across the London North East, East Coast and East Midlands regions. You will play a key role in delivering safe, compliant and high‑quality installations on a variety of rail infrastructure projects, with a specific focus on 650v signalling power and associated systems.
This role is well suited to an electrically competent rail professional with hands‑on installation/testing experience and the ability to work safely within a fast‑paced rail environment.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* Company car or car allowance (where applicable)
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service, with option to buy up to 5 additional days)
* Up to 3 volunteering/community impact days
* Company contributory pension
* Life Insurance
* Medicash Health Cash Plan & Rewards
* Strong internal support structure & clear development pathways
* Continuous learning and technical upskilling opportunities
* Safe, inclusive and collaborative working environment
* Employee forums ensuring your voice is heard
About the Business Unit
You’ll be joining a busy Rail Systems/Electrical team delivering a diverse portfolio across the regions. Our workstreams include:
* 650v Signalling Power Installations
* SSP Cable Installations
* Bender Unit Installations
* ASP - Auxilliary Supply Point, FSP - Functional Supply Point & PSP - Principal Supply Point Works.
* Electrification & Power
* Signalling
* Telecoms & Comms
The Role
As a 650v Electrical Installer/Tester, you will be responsible for the safe and compliant delivery of a range of electrical installation and testing activities across multiple D&P rail projects.
You will carry out D&P Installations, including but not limited to, 650v Signalling Power Works, Points Heating Systems, DNO Installations, Class II Installations across the London North East, East Coast & East Midlands regions.
Key Responsibilities
* Install, test and commission 650v signalling power systems and associated electrical equipment.
* Carry out DNO, Points Heating and Class II equipment installations to required standards.
* Ensure all works comply with relevant technical standards, safety rules and project specifications.
* Complete all installation records, test sheets and documentation accurately.
* Work collaboratively with Supervisors, Engineers and Project Managers.
* Participate in site briefings, toolbox talks and safety discussions.
* Demonstrate a consistently high standard of Health & Safety behaviour.
* Develop positive relationships with all parties associated with the contract.
* Maintain IRSE competence.
* Attend commissioning and handover meetings with clients as directed by the Site Agent.
* Review and manage the quality of installation works.
* Control the close‑out of contracts to ensure all required activities are completed to client satisfaction.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement and apply industry best practice.
* Carry out any other authorised duties commensurate with the role.
Skills & Experience Required
* Electrical installation experience within a rail environment.
* Competence in 650v installations and testing.
* Strong understanding of D&P installation practices.
* Ability to work safely and independently on operational rail sites.
* Supervisory capability beneficial.
* Additional required skills:
o 650v Signalling Power Installations
o Class II Equipment Installations
Qualifications Required
Essential:
* PTS
* SSSTS or SMSTS
Desirable:
* COSS
* SMTH / G110