About Us

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 80 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.

The East West Rail Alliance is a "pure" alliance consisting of three Non-Owner Participants (NOPs); VolkerRail, Atkins Global, Laing O'Rourke and the Owner Participant (OP), Network Rail.

East West Rail (EWR) phase 2 is a £1 billion programme and one of the most prestigious projects in the UK Infrastructure pipeline. It will provide a strategic route linking key centres of economic activity between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Bedford.

The Role

We are looking to appoint a Plant Coordinator.

Key Accountabilities

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Plant Coordinator will play a key role in the coordination of all types Plant and tools in relation to the East West Rail Alliance for Rail Systems and Civils.

Key duties will include:

• Arrange the hire of all internal/ external plant as required by the contract
• Act as a point of contact for the hire plant - plant hire is informed of equipment being hired Inc. hire rates, delivery/ collection charges
• Accurately input hired plant into system
• Check/ file delivery tickets, collection notes and original test certificates
• Complete off hire sheets to plant hire and file/ record
• Complete transfer sheets when plant is transferred to other sites
• Ensure the correct level of service is being given from suppliers; notify plant hire if a supplier is not performing to the required standard
• Keep the plant tracker up-to-date
• Check the weekly rates are correct on plant hire sheets and match the plant on site
• Make Plant Manager aware if any plant shown on the hire sheet is not found/ proved as off hired; all discrepancies are to be investigated and addressed immediately
• Deal with any plant queries and pass on to the relevant managers for signature
• Record all costs of all repairs, losses and damages
• Carry out regular plant audits
• Report and complete any paperwork for thefts/loss or damage of plant items
• Ensure compliance with all documents, including procedures
• Be pro-active in developing systems to meet the changing needs of the plant hire team
• Meet and greet deliveries when required
• Undertake other reasonable duties as required, if so directed by the Plant Manager
• Actively track the current location of all tools

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will have the following experience/skill set:

Expected:

• Proven plant coordination for the delivery of infrastructure projects
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Preferred

• LOLER knowledge
• Holding a POS Rep certification (RAIL)
• Hold any ALO responsible tickets (RAIL)

Other

VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

Location

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.

Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.