OLEC 3

Location: Birmingham

Your New Role:

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent OLEC3 to join our Central Frameworks account in Birmingham – hybrid working.

Amey have a framework agreement with Network Rail for the past 7 years on West Coast Mainline (WCML) for OLE/E&P work between Crewe and Euston. We also have works in Birmingham New Street Station replacing all the OLE within the tunnels and a contract for ESIP where we are installing new motorised switches and taking out the old manual switches in different area’s on the WCML.

OLEC 3 plays an important part in assisting the team to accurately install and maintain OLEMI, UK1 and Series 2 Overhead Line Equipment. Liaising with the Supervisor ensuring standards are met and give direction to OLEC 2 staff to deliver a safe, cost effective program of works. Ensuring all works are compliant as per Network Rail standards/campaign change documents, confirming accurate design tolerance to the required standards in a challenging environment. Ensuring consistent and accurate standard of work is delivered in a timely manner

The standard hours of work are 40 hours per week.

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.

You will be responsible for:

• Assist in organising the activities, keeping the Supervisor/Construction Manager constantly updated on production progress.
• To ensure that all contract, technical and administrative instructions are implemented such as ITP documentation.
• To ensure that high standards of housekeeping is maintained within working environment.
• Assist in ensuring that the Team delivers its Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), which include financial, commercial, safety, engineering and personnel related issues.
• Assist in the production of and submission of accurate shift reports as directed, in an agreed format and timely manner.
• To liaise with team and client members as necessary to ensure the efficient running of the project.
• Promote and develop positive working relationships within Network Rail.
• Carry out regular safety checks and inspections as directed and close call reporting
• Ensure any remedial works or repairs carried out on site are carried out in accordance with Rail Industry standard maintenance procedures.
• Ensure any reactive maintenance carried out is promptly recorded & reported to the Maintenance Supervisor in a timely manner.

What makes this role unique is the opportunity to join a team where you will be given all the support and tools to be able to accomplish and further establish your career goals.

We want to hear from you if you have:

A railway background with knowledge of risk assessment techniques, able to work well under pressure for extended periods of time, with flexibility to working shift patterns and a full UK driving license.

You will be a qualified OLEC 3 with a understanding of a Railway Operating Environment, Railway Planning systems, cost control and requirements, rail infrastructure including interfaces between disciplines and working knowledge of the Rule Book. Experience of operating different types of machines and knowledgeable on over-head line electrification is essential.

Other requirements:

• 10+years OLEMI equipment
• Mark 1A experience
• Mark 3B experience
• UK1 and Series 2 experience
• Familiarisation of ART 17^th Edition

What we offer you:

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program

• Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan
• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
• Social Value - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives

We embrace difference and support individuals to work in ways that work best for them.

We are committed to working sustainably and by working in partnership with the communities we serve, so people and the planet are protected.

At Amey, you have freedom to perform because we know if nothing holds you back, together, we can be extraordinary.

Who is Amey?

• We are at the heart of modern Britain, helping the economy to grow by designing, maintaining and transforming the nation’s strategic assets.
• Our 11,000 people are behind the critical services the country relies on every day.
• Our unique engineering and operations experience, together with data driven insight from our consulting business, delivers better results for our clients.
• We are trusted partners of Government – both national and local – managing assets and complex projects that are vital to the sustainable growth of the country.

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Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!