Signaller

Location: Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil

What is the purpose of this role?

Manage the operation of the Signalling workstation on a shift basis, maintaining that all operating standards and procedures are adhered too. Manage the operation of train services to deliver the highest standards of safety and train performance.

What will this role involve?

1. Manage the safe & efficient operation of the Signalling equipment under their control.
2. Adhere to the Rule book, procedures, Instructions & Train Regulation policies ensuring correct train signalling & regulation as required.
3. Advise and update Rail personnel, customers and contractors on relevant operating & train service information, to facilitate a high standard of train performance.
4. Ensure appropriate procedures are applied prior to, during & after engineering work by personnel and contractors to provide the safe and correct operation of trains, engineering functions and protection arrangements of engineering works.
5. Maintain a log of incidents and unusual occurrences. Provide written reports into incidents and investigatory interviews as required.
6. Arrange short notice cover for sickness, absence, etc, when no clerical support is available, ensuring compliance with AIW guidelines.
7. Respond to mishaps, carry out emergency procedures and alert the appropriate agencies. Direct designated staff in exceptional situations to optimise safety & efficiency.
8. Oversee that safety standards are maintained.
9. Partake in Signallers assessment process and provide evidence for the Signallers achievement record work books, completing the appropriate sections and taking necessary actions as required.
10. Maintain the Signalling Centre security.

What are we looking for?

Essential

• Educated to average standard & able to communicate clearly, written & oral
• Able to react to emergency situations safely and effectively
• Qualified to the relevant Signallers assessment level
• Professional approach, focused on Safety, Business and Performance improvement
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexible and willing to undertake a variety of tasks
• Previous signalling experience

Desirable

• Previous signalling experience
• T. skills

About Amey

Do you want to work on a high-profile project in the rail industry like Wales and Borders?

Here at Amey we support the multi-billion-pound contract to run the Wales and Borders train service and to develop the Cardiff Central Metro. We will work closely with TfW to deliver a new era for passengers and for Wales, with more services, newer trains, better stations and a more reliable network. We will continue to provide support to TfW Ltd in delivering key projects such as the introduction of new rolling stock and the construction of the £738m South Wales Metro (SWM) transport project, a planned multi-modal transport system, which incorporates trains, light rail and bus services.