Signalling Tester in Charge (TIC)

About us

Our vision is to create a truly connected rail network, using deep technology expertise and industry experience to deliver game-changing solutions that meet transport challenges across the UK and beyond. Delivering high levels of automation into complex operational environments, we recently integrated our control technology with our own Traffic Management System, a genuine world first. Our service offer will continue to grow, taking advantage of cloud, data analytics, edge computing and IT/OT integration. We are a company that is excited by the possibilities offered by technology and driven by improving experiences for passengers globally.

About you

You will be passionate about the benefits technology can deliver for society, the economy and environmental sustainability. Bringing your breadth of experience in signalling testing, you will be:

• An IRSE Licensed Tester-in-Charge (1.3.190) and have completed the MOD1 course
• Have experience of signalling control systems deployment/testing
• Have a thorough understanding of relevant procedures and standards
• Highly organised, resilient, and able to manage workload and commitments
• Able to build constructive relationships and collaborate with clients, individuals, and teams
• A problem solver who can identify solutions delivery risk and enjoys overcoming challenges

About the role

You’ll be responsible for a range of activities associated with the organisation and co-ordination of testing for the deployment of our signalling control systems, including:

• Defining requirements for whole systems testing
• Planning, organising, and ensuring satisfactory completion of testing to requirements
• Ensuring adherence to relevant procedures and standards including fatigue management
• Producing and gaining acceptance for project testing strategy, and test/commissioning plans
• Identifying, managing, and mitigating risks to successful testing
• Ensuring tests are defined and recorded appropriately, and signing off testing when completed
• Verifying competence of testers assigned to testing and commissioning activities
• Representing the Company in a professional manner when working on-site/at client premises
• Provide the necessary technical expertise and support to the development of colleagues

What you will get

With the ability to work flexibly within Control Systems, you will develop your experience and capabilities in a technically complex and challenging commercial environment. Your personal network will also grow, both internally with our talented technical and domain specialists, and externally across our client portfolio and supplier base.

Our package is comprehensive, with a highly competitive salary based on the experience and value you can bring, 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays), Company-paid healthcare cover, Life Assurance and Income Protection cover, and a personal pension plan. We also offer free eye tests, flu vaccinations, interest-free season ticket loans (qualifying employees), an employee assistance programme, and cycle-2-work scheme.

Location

Our Control Systems Division is based in Derby, although we have a flexible, hybrid approach to work and location – so talk to us about your preferences and how these could work for us both.

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