Job Description
JOB PURPOSE
* To drive OTMs including the Robel 69.70/4-UK Mobile Maintenance System (MMS) herein defined as ‘MMT’ but referred to as OTM, on Network Rail infrastructure, delivering them reliably to worksites and stabling locations in a timely and safe manner.
* To operate OTMs on Network Rail worksites, delivering the required work in a safe and effective manner, conforming to contract specification and to provide the first level response to any machine failures, and ensuring a high level of cleanliness, reliability and performance is achieved.
KEY RESULT AREAS
* Responsible for the safe and effective operation of the OTMs, machine progress and any reportable accidents or incidents.
* Establish key foreseeable delivery risks and initiate appropriate mitigation measures.
* Ensure you achieve high levels of safety, performance, attendance and behavioural standards.
* Compliance with all company policies & procedures, including Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental
* Communication
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
* OTM Driver certification with relevant route knowledge
* PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification
* Full valid driving licence
* Understanding of Network Rail Line Standards and Railway Operating Environment
Technical Skills:
* Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
* IT literacy, including Microsoft systems
* Ability to perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on OTMs
Personal Attributes:
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety procedures
* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
* Good time management and prioritisation skills
Desirable Qualifications:
* Training and assessing qualifications
* Experience with risk assessment in railway environments
* Knowledge of commercial requirements in rail operations
Additional Information
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
* To ensure that all contract, technical and administrative instructions are implemented.
* Carry out daily checks and servicing in accordance with the laid down procedures.
* Carry out internal checks and inspections as directed including Safety inspections.
* Accurate and prompt reporting of all faults in accordance with company procedures.
* Liaise with the Deputy Head of UK Contracted Services to ensure you fully comply with current Driver Standards regulations.
* Ensure that all OTMs are kept in an exceptionally clean and respectable condition both inside and out, whilst ensuring an adequate on-board welfare material and supplies to facilitate the highest standards of welfare.
* Collaborate effectively with and respond to the needs of the Network Rail MMT Supervisors whilst working as an integral part of the NR delivery team. The driver is required to assist and participate with MMT output as required and work without boundaries as part of the wider Network Rail MMT delivery team.
* Ensure that all company and Network Rail daily work returns, forms and processes are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
* Identify any potential innovative procedure or process that could be developed and adopted to improve OTM performance, output or delivery quality to provide a world class service to our customers.
* Through collaboration with the MMT Operations Manager work towards eliminating the accidental damage to infrastructure when operating OTM’s, any processes which may aid or improve the utilization of the MMT fleet to maximum effect.
* Report to Harsco Control as required including for accidents, incidents, emergencies or operational issues, booking on/off duty, notification of exceedance etc.
* Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.
* Comply with the Company Code of Conduct.
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work.
* Contribute to the delivery of company occupational health and welfare, safety and environmental improvement plans.
* Only undertake work for which you have been trained and (if required) certified competent.
* To comply with Risk Assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
* Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer.
* Co-operate with your employer on health, safety and environment.
* Make safe any unsafe conditions where practical and challenge unsafe work practices.
* Inform your line manager, supervisor or health and safety representative of any unsafe occurrences
* Report all, and assist with investigating relevant accidents, incidents and near misses
* Additional responsibilities as identified for Managers in PRO/S/G/015
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