Examiner/Inspector

Location: South East

About Amey

We’re all originals here and our individuality is an asset. We have unique backgrounds and personalities, which means we all bring different ideas to the table. But we do have one thing in common: we all take personal pride in our public service. With every drop of water and spark of electricity we supply, with every bolt we tighten and with every guiding golden nugget of advice, we better manage the services that we all use and rely on every day, ensuring every household in Britain benefits from our work.

Amey is one of the top five support services suppliers in the UK. We employ 16,000 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.

What is the purpose of this role?

Perform all work within the CEFA contract, maximising efficiency, effectiveness and new technology to ensure compliance with all relevant standards. All duties must be delivered safely and in accordance with the requirements of the client.

What will this role involve?

• Carry out site examination of structures using handheld technology to determine structural condition as allocated within the Alarm or other agreed systems and within defined timescales.
• Where qualified, carry out specialist site examinations using roped access and confined space techniques.
• Compile and submit condition reports using the Alarm electronic system or other agreed process and submit for reviewing by the Examining Engineers team.
• Perform special examinations as directed including assistance with monitoring schemes for sensitive structures.
• Undertake reconnaissance visits.
• Provide assistance with specialist examinations undertaken by the Examining Engineers team, including unique structures and tunnel examinations.
• Undertake on-call duties usually on a 1 in 4 frequency, in support of rapid response, including bridge strike.
• Assist in provision of safety critical site support duties as required (COSS, ES SWL1 and 2).

• Co-operate with quality, safety and environmental objectives and contribute, where appropriate, to continual improvement initiatives.

What are we looking for?

Competence Profile & Attributes

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Training:

• GCSE pass in English Language
• C&G / NVQ Level 3 in any relevant building construction trade (additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu on an individual basis).
• STE 4/ SCMI competent
• IWA
• BSE
• IT Literate with minimum word processing and drawing application
• Full driving licence

Desirable Skills, Qualifications and Training:

HNC level qualification / Technician Engineer (ICE)

• Previous experience in the rail industry and knowledge of railway practice.
• COSS

Essential Attributes

• Accountable: Takes ownership of issues and tasks, even when challenging and empowers others to do the same.
• Action Oriented: Get things done, makes decisions quickly using experience and knowledge
• Conscientious: Follows rules set for their work, honouring commitments made , believes in ethics and responsibility
• Resilient: develops effective approaches for managing self and others through periods of organisational change
• Inquisitive: Seeks new ideas and ways of doing things to bring value to the business

Specific Safety Responsibilities

• A good knowledge of Health and Safety and environmental issues and knowledge of current legislation
• Responsible for reporting Close Calls to ensure continuous improvement and the prevention of unnecessary accidents.
• Act in a manner that protects the health, welfare, and safety of yourself and others.
• Carry out site safety inspections
• Carry out supplier and subcontract audits
• Deputise for line manager
• Participate in regular team and safety meetings
• Observe sentinel scheme rules and Lifesaving rules

Relevant Key Processes:

This is a designated CEFA Operating Model role. All responsibilities defined within the CEFA Operating model for this role will apply.

Code of Practice for Planning and Delivering Safe Work (PDSW) - NR/L2/OHS/133 Issue1

Competence and Training in Track Safety – NR/L2/CTM/021

Safety of People Working On or Near the Line – NR/L2/OHS/019

RAILWAY-TracksideWorking-PR-01 (Previously CON-IUR-HSEQ-440)

Railway Rulebook