Technician

What is the purpose of this role?

To act as a Technician in the assessment of rail structures to ensure: -

• Delivery of all the specified assessments tasks on time, within budget and to Network Rail, Highway and other relevant standards.
• Provide support to Senior Technician and Civil Engineers.
• Compliance with Company and Network Rail management process and systems.
• Ensure the highest standards of safety.

What will this role involve?

You should have a broad range of skills in assessment in concrete, metallic, timber and masonry. Strong technical knowledge foundation and delivery focus is a must, with the potential and drive to develop further in these areas. The experience you have in rail will be ideal. Highway experience is also welcome.

Engineering

Services comprise: -

• Assisting with rail structure assessments for depots, footbridges, canopies, underbridges, overbridges, undercrofts
• Assist with preparation of technical assessment reports and drawings
• Assist with preparation for and undertaking of site work to carry out inspection for assessments and inspection/examination of assets
• Maintain high technical standards, consistent with the project brief and in accordance with relevant standards and HSEQ documentation
• Support the delivery of services on other contracts
• Support the project team in the preparation of cost estimates and subsequent successful delivery of commissions to programme, within budget and to the client’s requirements

Management and Commercial

Services Comprise: -

• As required, assist in planning, programming, cost control and administration of contracts
• Provide updates on progress of own tasks
• Support the preparation of bids on other contracts
• Support and supervise less experienced team members

What are we looking for?

• HNC / HND in relevant Civil / Structural discipline or equivalent levels of qualifications to satisfy Technician Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers, TechEng MICE, or aiming towards becoming a member
• 2+ years’ experience
• Computer literate and conversant with AutoCAD and relevant engineering software packages
• Rail site experience and competence to inspect structures whilst working at height

Essential experience skills

• Technical knowledge
• Familiarity with Network Rail structure assessment standards CIV025, CIV035
• Use of AutoCAD
• Experience in all major materials
• Driving Licence - Full valid and clean
• Eligible to work and reside in the UK
• Computer literate and conversant with the MS Office suite
• Good written and oral communication and organisational skills

Why Amey?

Amey is one of the top five support services suppliers in the UK. We employ 14,000 people, have a turnover of £2.1bn and a strong forward order-book. Every household in Britain benefits from the work we do. We maintain the UK’s road and rail infrastructure, keep schools safe and clean, manage the UK’s defence estate, safely escort prisoners and keep prisons and courts secure. We also collect and process waste, as well as deliver utilities services. All of this is underpinned by our leading consulting capabilities which uses engineering design and data analytics to better manage the services we all use and rely on.

As one of us, you can really be you because your individuality is an asset. You’re surrounded by a team of people who want you to grow and embrace new challenges. People who care about your job satisfaction as well as your wellbeing. There’ll be experiences as original as you are, in a career that can feel like many rolled into one. You’ll be stretched but always supported. Whether it’s working on the biggest bridge in the country, learning to get to grips with the latest technology, or just working with a great group of people every day, you’ll find what gets you out of bed in the morning at Amey.

Our rewards make us feel valued here at Amey. If you’re happy, you’ll think better. It’s a simple formula but one that puts your wellbeing as a top priority, that’s why we’ve worked hard to build a reward and benefits program that puts you first, including;

• Competitive salary
• Exceptional development and progression plan
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Additional Leave Purchase Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym Membership
• Retail Discounts.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.