Trainee Examiner/Inspector

What is the purpose of this role?

Perform all work within the CEFA contract, maximising efficiency, effectiveness and new technology to ensure compliance with all relevant standards. All duties must be delivered safely and in accordance with the requirements of the client.

What will this role involve?

• Be mentored by an experienced Examiner to carry out site examinations of structures to Network Rail standards and other contract requirements.

• Utilising handheld technology, or other means, to determine structural condition as allocated within the structures database or other agreed systems within defined timescales.
• Compile and submit condition reports using the structures database system for reviewing by the Examining Engineers team. Note reports will need to be verified by mentoring Examiner.
• Undertake mentorship reviews to demonstrate work towards attainment of STE competency.
• Complete required railway, safety and technical training as set out in the training agreement.
• Perform special examinations as directed including assistance with monitoring schemes for sensitive structures.
• Undertake reconnaissance visits.
• Under mentorship undertake on-call duties usually on a 1 in 4 frequency, in support of rapid response, including bridge strike.
• Assist in provision of safety critical site support duties as required (COSS, ES SWL1 and 2).
• Co-operate with quality, safety and environmental objectives and contribute, where appropriate, to continual improvement initiatives.

Perks of the role

• Working from home
• Diary autonomy
• Company van with fuel card
• Supply of laptop, mobile, PPE, tools and required equipment
• Mixture of travel and potential to work away from home
• Training includes safety critical roles – PTS, COSS, ES etc.
• Specialist training includes – STE4, Confined spaces, IRATA Roped Access etc.
• Professional qualification opportunities with the ICE.
• Competitive salary with annual incremental increases based upon successful attainment of competencies.
• Opportunities for overtime
• On the job mentoring

What are we looking for?

• Interest in Engineering/Construction/Maintenance
• GCSE or equivalent level qualification in English
• Self-driven and motivated individuals
• Safety conscious individuals
• Flexibility with working location
• Be able to plan and deliver work to set deadlines

Essentials

• Full driving licence
• Pass initial and random Drug and Alcohol screenings
• Strong literacy and verbal communication skills
• IT Literate with minimum Word and Excel processing

Why Amey?

Amey is one of the top five support services suppliers in the UK. We employ 14,000 people, have a turnover of £2.1bn and a strong forward order-book. Every household in Britain benefits from the work we do. We maintain the UK’s road and rail infrastructure, keep schools safe and clean, manage the UK’s defence estate, safely escort prisoners and keep prisons and courts secure. We also collect and process waste, as well as deliver utilities services. All of this is underpinned by our leading consulting capabilities which uses engineering design and data analytics to better manage the services we all use and rely on.

As one of us, you can really be you because your individuality is an asset. You’re surrounded by a team of people who want you to grow and embrace new challenges. People who care about your job satisfaction as well as your wellbeing. There’ll be experiences as original as you are, in a career that can feel like many rolled into one. You’ll be stretched but always supported. Whether it’s working on the biggest bridge in the country, learning to get to grips with the latest technology, or just working with a great group of people every day, you’ll find what gets you out of bed in the morning at Amey.

Our rewards make us feel valued here at Amey. If you’re happy, you’ll think better. It’s a simple formula but one that puts your wellbeing as a top priority, that’s why we’ve worked hard to build a reward and benefits program that puts you first, including;

• Competitive salary
• Exceptional development and progression plan
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Additional Leave Purchase Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym Membership
• Retail Discounts.

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.