Our client, based in Birmingham, is currently recruiting for a Senior Rail Engineer on a permanent contract. Our client is proud to be a leading international infrastructure group with a diverse and inclusive workforce.

The position is due to start immediately on a full time basis. The salary rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience in the sector and excellent knowledge of Track Renewals Disciplines, Rules and Regulations, HASAW and other appropriate regulations.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

• To monitor engineering and design compliance for all schemes so they comply with the requirements of the Governance of Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), and the GRIP4 for Track process.
• Undertake Contractors Responsible Engineer duties (CRE). Monitor the programme teams so they follow the project approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) Process.
• Provide Technical support in the detailed planning and execution of all of Track Renewal and Enhancement Works as allocated by the Assistant Renewals Manager.
• Monitor and ensure technical compliance on all works, site and office.
• Attend relevant meetings including Whiteboard/Stage Gate meetings as required.
• Oversee the work to meet agreed financial targets, performance KRAs and other KPIs.
• Manage works in compliance with all relevant Safety Legislation and Welfare Regulations, as well as the CRSA technical specifications, processes and procedures and Network Rail Group and Line Standards.
• Undertake surveys, planning and programming of work, technical supervision on site, preparation of documents.
• Ensure the preparation and submission of Bar Charts/Time Chainage charts, WPPs, task Briefs and other site documentation for all works.
• Undertake safety inspection as stipulated in Alliance procedures and requirements.

Experience, knowledge and expertise required:

• Good knowledge of Track Renewals Disciplines.
• Excellent knowledge of Rules and Regulations, HASAW and other appropriate regulations, including Group Standards.
• Knowledge of financial controls. Excellent interpersonal, communication and man management skills.
• HNC in an Engineering discipline or equivalent.
• PTS and COSS.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Excellent starting salary
• Smart working scheme
• 25 Days paid holiday
• Share incentive plan
• Recognition scheme
• Pension + Life assurance scheme
• Company cars, private healthcare and incentive schemes
• Opportunities to develop your career through training, including gaining professional qualifications, career coaching, mentoring etc.
• Family friendly policies and employee assistance programme

Working hours:

• 38 hours per week
• Monday - Friday 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

For further information on the position, please contact Nathan Purton or Sonny Butfoy on <phone number removed> or please email enquiries to <email address removed>.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

KEYWORDS: Rail, Engineer, Infrastructure, HNC, PTS, COSS

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