Why Nexus?

Nexus and its subsidiary Metro Services are a vital part of everyday life for people living and
working within Tyne and Wear. There 36 million Metro passenger journeys each year and
another 30 million passengers walking through our bus stations and interchanges annually.
We make sure our customers are at the heart of everything we do and we employ nearly
1,100 employees to ensure they all have a great experience, no matter where their final
destination.

The role – Engineer (Signalling)

Based at Nexus Rail Headquarters in Gosforth, Newcastle, the Engineer (Signalling) will
report to the Principal Engineer (Signalling) and work on a wide variety of projects
associated with the delivery of the on-going Nexus capital programme and the introduction
of our new fleet. You will be able to communicate effectively and be able to make
autonomous decisions and support your outcomes. Standard commercial software skills are
essential. A flexible approach to work is required, including “on call” duties and occasional
nightshift.

The person

The successful applicant will hold a relevant higher level educational qualification and have
demonstrable experience in a railway signalling environment including the delivery of capital
projects, renewals and refurbishments. Ability to assess the condition of signalling system
assets is essential.

You will be able to communicate effectively, have excellent organisational skills and be able
to make autonomous decisions and support your outcomes. Standard commercial software
skills and a current full driving licence are essential.

Working within the wider Engineering department you will be a team player and be able to
bring a signalling perspective to projects from other disciplines.

The ideal candidate will hold Incorporated Engineer status and membership of the IRSE (or
working towards).

How to apply

Download an information pack from the Nexus website directly or by clicking the 'Apply' button

The Selection Process

Candidates will be required to complete an application form demonstrating how they meet
the requirements of the role.

Closing date for application is 13th September at 17:00 – please return completed application
forms , downloadable from the Nexus website.

As part of the selection process, we may ask you to complete relevant and appropriate
assessments. If offered a position with Nexus, we will provide a conditional offer subject to
passing a satisfactory medical assessment by a Nexus specified Medical Officer, satisfactory
references and evidence of relevant qualifications.

What can Nexus offer you?

• A competitive salary for the position, ranging between £36,428 - £54,648 per annum
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• 36 hours per week and the opportunity to work on a flexi basis, within the demands of
• business need.
• A suite of work life balance policies and access to Childcare vouchers and other salary
• sacrifice options
• You will be automatically enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (L.G.P.S.)
• Contributions are 6.8% - 8.5% of Gross Pay. Employer’s contribution is currently 17.2%.
• Free travel within Tyne and Wear on Metro, Buses and the South Shields Ferry.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a healthcare scheme for you and your
• family.

Other information

Nexus work within a suite of policies, which will be available to you when successful in a
position.

Our Drug & Alcohol Policy

Nexus aims to provide a safe and secure service for its passengers and a safe and secure
environment for employees and others who may be affected, and therefore expects
employees to take a responsible approach on the consumption of alcohol and the avoidance
of substance misuse. Since alcohol/substance misuse consumed/taken in any quantity
adversely affects work performance and can seriously impair performance, all employees must
ensure that any alcohol/drug either medically prescribed or otherwise does not interfere with
their work duties.