Company Information

VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.

As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 70 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Welding Assistant to join VolkerRail Specialist Businesses working in Metros and Rail – Weld department.

• Assist Welders / Advanced Welder in carrying out welding duties at various locations throughout the UK, in accordance with the process manufacturers and relevant track authority standards. Including a responsibility for leaving the work site tidy, clean and safe.
• Assist Welders / Advanced Welder in carrying out specialist welding procedures to include: - aluminothermic welding of crane rail, grooved rail and special steels. Electric arc welding of rail crossing and switches.
• Responsible for the care of the welding vehicles, specialist tools, equipment and small plant issued for welding work.
• Responsible for ensuring all relevant plant and machinery is in good working order, correctly maintained, calibrated, certifications in date and daily checks of equipment.
• To alert management to any non-conformance or deficiency in quality, materials, services or workmanship.

Job Requirements

You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of working within a similar role. The candidate will also ideally have the following Experience/skill set:

• Significant and demonstrable experience in a similar role is a requirement.
• Experience gained within the UK rail welding industry is a requirement.
• Excellent communication, literacy skills.
• Holding an Assistant Welders Ticket (Rail) in Railtech process and Thermit welding process.
• PTS
• Good communication and organisational skills.

VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits that includes pension, performance related pay, and other benefits commensurate to your skills and experience.

Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.

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