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Dual Skilled Technician 
Hampshire
£45,000 – £50,000 + Excellent Pension, 31 Days Holiday
Overtime (Earning Potential £ &lt;phone number removed&gt; with overtime)
Hours: 6am – 6pm or 6pm – 6am (Continental Shifts Pattern)
Secure your future. Drive innovation. Make a difference. Transfer your heavy maintenance skills into a stable, rewarding career supporting a vital UK industry. 
The Role and About You
This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills in a high-demand industry that is vital to the UK economy. As a qualified Mechanical or Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for keeping a modern fleet of rail vehicles operational and safe.
Whether you are from a background in HGV maintenance, aerospace, plant machinery, marine, the armed forces, or REMEs, your transferable skills in heavy maintenance are exactly what is needed. You are a natural problem-solver and take pride in your craft. You will get the chance to use your skills in fault finding, diagnosis, and repair, while gaining new ones in a long-term, positive career in the railway sector.
What you will be doing:
Maintenance: Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and complex repairs on a modern fleet of rail vehicles.
Reactive Fault Finding: Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime and ensure operational excellence.
Operational Support: Carry out essential pre-use checks on tools and equipment, and support key tasks such as topping up fuel and sand levels.
Compliance: Adhere to rigorous engineering standards and procedures, ensuring all relevant documentation and asset management systems are accurately completed.
To join the team, you will need to pass a basic DBS check, a Drugs &amp; Alcohol test, and a full rail medical.
The Company
This is an outstanding opportunity to take your first step in a career within the rail sector. You will be joining a leading UK-based railway company that is recognised for its excellence and commitment to diversity. The company firmly believes its people are its most important asset and is committed to providing a supportive work culture while empowering you with the training and development opportunities you need to reach your full potential. The work you will do has significant social value, helping to transport essential goods and materials to support construction projects across the country.
Next Steps
Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? If you have a background in a heavy maintenance environment and are looking for a rewarding role in a new industry, we encourage you to apply.
Hit the apply button today or email &lt;email address removed&gt;
 to arrange an informal chat. Charlotte will personally review your application and be in touch within 24 hours to discuss your career goals.
About Ganymede Solutions
Ganymede Solutions Ltd specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.
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Ganymede

Dual Skilled Technician

Mechanical &amp; Electrical Maintenance Technician (Rolling Stock / Rail)
Cheshire
£47,000 - £55,000 + Excellent Pension, 31 Days Holiday, Overtime
Secure your future. Drive innovation. Make a difference. Transfer your heavy maintenance skills into a stable, rewarding career in the rail sector.
The Role and About You
This is not "just another maintenance role"; it is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills in a high-demand industry that is vital to the UK economy. As a qualified Mechanical or Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for keeping a modern fleet of rolling stock operational and safe.
Whether you're from a background in HGV maintenance, aerospace, plant machinery, marine, the armed forces, or industrial engineering your transferable skills in heavy maintenance are exactly what we need. You are the kind of person who is a natural problem-solver, takes pride in your craft, and enjoys continuous learning.
Essential Skills &amp; Qualifications:
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Proven heavy maintenance experience in industrial or capital equipment.
Practical knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and braking systems.
A team player with a strong commitment to safe working practices.
What you will be doing:
Preventative Maintenance: Carry out planned maintenance activities to ensure the long-term reliability and safety of the fleet.
Reactive Maintenance: Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults to minimize downtime and keep operations running smoothly.
Operational Excellence: Adhere to rigorous engineering standards and procedures, maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times.
Data Management: Accurately record all maintenance, defect, and repair information to support ongoing fleet performance analysis.
You’ll work on a 4-on, 4-off shift rota (2 days, 2 nights), with 12-hour shifts from 7:00am–7:00pm. This pattern gives you consistent long breaks between shifts, allowing plenty of time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
You must also pass pre-employment checks, including a Drugs &amp; Alcohol screening and a full rail medical.
The Company
Join a leading UK-based railway company recognized for their excellence and commitment to diversity. This company firmly believes their people are their most important asset. They are committed to providing a supportive work culture and empowering you with the training and development opportunities you need to reach your full potential. This is an outstanding opportunity for experienced maintenance professionals to take their first step in a career within the rail sector.
Next Steps
Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? If you have a background in a heavy maintenance environment and are looking for a rewarding role in a new industry, we encourage you to apply.
Hit the apply button today or email
&lt;email address removed&gt; to arrange an informal chat. I will personally review your application and be in touch within 24 hours to discuss your career goals.
About Ganymede Solutions
Ganymede Solutions Ltd specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.
By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website.

CRE 
Rate: £450 per day (Outside IR35)
Duration: 6–9 Months
Location: Leeds
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civils CRE to support the delivery of rail projects for a leading main contractor. You will oversee civil engineering works on rail projects, ensuring compliance with design standards and buildability requirements.
The Role
Our client is a well-established civil engineering and construction contractor with a strong pipeline of rail projects. As Civils CRE, you will act as the key liaison between the design consultancy, client, and contractor.
Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Reviewing consultant designs for compliance and buildability</li>
<li>Authorising design sign-offs</li>
<li>Managing design changes and site alterations</li>
<li>Ensuring works meet specification and safety standards</li>
</ul>
Required Experience
<ul>
<li>Authorised Civils CRE status (essential)</li>
<li>Degree/HND in Civil Engineering</li>
<li>Substantial rail civil engineering experience</li>
<li>PTS (ideally)</li>
</ul>
Interested?
Send your CV to &lt;email address removed&gt; or call &lt;phone number removed&gt; .
For more opportunities, visit our website.
Ganymede Solutions specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and Engineering recruitment on both permanent and contract basis.
By applying, you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice available on our website.

Plumber 
Liverpool 6-Month Contract
£22 per hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Plumber to work on a 6-month contract at Liverpool Train Station, supporting ongoing maintenance and upgrade works within a busy, live rail environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of plumbing duties across station facilities, ensuring all systems remain fully operational and compliant with current regulations. This role requires a reliable and safety-conscious individual who is comfortable working in a public-facing, high-traffic location.
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience working as a plumber on commercial or large-scale sites</li>
<li>Relevant plumbing qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)</li>
<li>Own tools and PPE</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively</li>
<li>CSCS card (essential or preferred, subject to site requirements)</li>
<li>Experience working in stations, rail, or other live environments is highly advantageous</li>
</ul>
For a confidential chat about the role or take home rate, please call (0) 1 6 1 8 3 6 7 0 4 5 or email m e l l i s s a . v o o n g @ v i t a l . c o m
The partnering concept promoted by Vital means that we work together with candidates and clients
to achieve your career and recruitment objectives. For clients the result is cost effective, culture-compatible solutions that make staff selection, recruitment, and retention far easier.
For candidates it means a personal and professional relationship that will help you through every stage of obtaining your ideal job and pursuing your career goals.
Our commitment to both candidates and clients is equalled only by our professionalism and dedication to providing the best possible service.

Vital Human Resources

Plumber

Job Title 
 
 Contractor's Engineering Manager (CEM) - Telecoms / Software-Focused Systems 
 
 Contract Details 
 
 Contract Length: Minimum 9 months 
 
 IR35 Status: Outside IR35 
 
 Start Date: ASAP 
 
 Location: Predominantly remote with occasional travel to Cheadle, Stockport 
 
 Overview 
 
 An experienced Contractor's Engineering Manager (CEM) is required to take over an existing role due to retirement. The role supports a rail-based programme currently at GRIP 6, entering SIT/SAT testing, and centres on an Online Key Management System (OKMS). 
 
 The OKMS is a software-based, cyber-secure telecoms system used by train drivers to log into operational systems. While the solution has strong software and cyber-security elements, this is not a pure software role. A telecoms engineering background is essential. Civils or signalling-only backgrounds are unlikely to be suitable. 
 
 The OKMS scope represents approximately 40-50% of the workload; however, candidates with a strong telecoms background will be able to support the role full time. 
 
 Key Responsibilities 
 CEM Role &amp; Engineering Management 
 
 Act as Contractor's Engineering Manager, coordinating all engineering activities in line with the project programme and GRIP lifecycle 
 
 Coordinate design and documentation deliverables to Network Rail 
 
 Review and sign off all documentation submitted to Network Rail from delivery partners 
 
 Manage and coordinate responses to Design Review Notes (DRNs), ensuring timely closure or document updates formally accepted by Network Rail 
 
 Coordinate As-Built documentation where required 
 
 Provide all required documentation for the Network Rail Health &amp; Safety File, agreeing formats with Network Rail 
 
 Provide IDC/IDR Certificates for GRIP stages 5, 6 and 7 (and 8 if required) 
 
 Provide Engineering Completion Certificates (ECC) 
 
 Documentation &amp; Authoring 
 
 Update and maintain the System Definition 
 
 Update the Service Interface Register (SIR) with input from DDaT stakeholders 
 
 Produce HSM performance reports to support NRAP Product Approval (templates provided) 
 
 Maintain document control via JIRA, SharePoint and OneDrive 
 
 Assurance, Safety &amp; Compliance 
 
 Coordinate with TÜV (Independent Auditor) regarding Subset compliance reports 
 
 Respond to auditor queries and provide supporting evidence as required 
 
 Ensure progress towards compliance with applicable subsets, supporting independent assurance for handover 
 
 Support completion and acceptance of SIT/SAT Safety Letter 
 
 Run checks on outstanding LDO actions prior to certification sign-off 
 
 Governance, Reporting &amp; Meetings 
 
 Attend: 
 
 Monthly Network Rail Contract Review meetings 
 
 Monthly Human Factors Working Group meetings 
 
 Chair: 
 
 Twice-weekly Engineering Delivery meetings 
 
 Monthly Security Working Group meetings, reviewing security documentation, residual risks and emerging issues 
 
 Reporting: 
 
 Provide a monthly metrics pack 
 
 Provide a monthly technical debt report 
 
 Security &amp; PSO Awareness 
 
 Maintain awareness of project security classifications, procedures and controls 
 
 Identify, manage and escalate any security breaches promptly 
 
 Support updates to security briefings and alignment with current organisational security marking systems 
 
 Consult and adhere to Network Rail security correspondence and requirements 
 
 Tools &amp; Systems 
 
 Obtain and use access to the following systems: 
 
 Network Rail eB (document control and DRN status) 
 
 Network Rail Standards Portal 
 
 Network Rail Teams 
 
 JIRA (document control and WPM) 
 
 SharePoint / OneDrive (OKMS documentation) 
 
 Project Environment 
 
 The CEM will work closely with a multi-organisation delivery team including project management, service delivery, safety assurance, systems engineering, architecture, and security specialists. 
 
 Essential Requirements 
 
 CEM Certification (mandatory) 
 
 Strong telecoms engineering background 
 
 Experience delivering software-based, cyber-secure systems within regulated environments 
 
 Proven experience working through GRIP stages, particularly GRIP 5-7 
 
 Experience with IDC/IDR, ECC, DRNs, and Network Rail governance processes 
 
 Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and suppliers 
 
 Comforta

Morson Edge

Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM)- Telecoms

Are you a Site Engineer with proven experience working in highways or rail on drainage or earthworks packages? Location: Oxfordshire Duration: 6 months (1-2 years worth of work) Rate: £400 - £450/day (depending on experience) IR35: Inside via umbrella Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on HS2, and they are currently seeking a Site Engineer with strong earthworks, drainage or structures experience to join their team. This would suit a Site Engineer with proven above experience on the UK transport infrastructure. As a Site Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting construction operations on site, managing junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification. Key responsibilities include:<ul>
<li>Setting out and overseeing works to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications</li><li>Managing and coordinating subcontractors</li><li>Resolving technical issues in liaison with the senior engineering team</li><li>Assisting with short-term planning, progress reporting, resource planning, and cost control</li><li>Ensuring site teams have the correct and up-to-date information to carry out their duties</li></ul>
 Requirements:<ul>
<li>HNC or degree in Civil Engineering.</li><li>Proven Site Engineering experience on earthworks, drainage or structure packages.</li><li>Strong setting out experience on ideally a major project.</li></ul>
 To avoid missing out this long-term contract on a major civil engineering project, please submit your CV and then contact Amy at Carrington West

Carrington West Limited

Site Engineer

<h2>Job Title: Project Planner - Substation Project</h2>Location: Suffolk Working Pattern: Site-based 3 days per week (hybrid) Sector: Power / Energy Infrastructure<h3>Role Overview</h3>We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to support the delivery of a major substation project in Suffolk. The role requires a highly capable, self-sufficient planner who can work independently on site, providing robust programme control, progress reporting, and planning assurance throughout the project lifecycle.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Develop, maintain, and update fully logic-linked project programmes using Primavera P6</li><li>Manage and report Total Float, critical path, and programme risk to key stakeholders</li><li>Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics, including performance analysis and forecasting</li><li>Support change control, impact assessments, and programme recovery activities</li><li>Provide planning input aligned to NEC contracts (including compensation events and programme submissions)</li><li>Interface closely with site teams, commercial, and project management to ensure accurate progress capture</li><li>Produce high-quality planning reports, dashboards, and narrative commentary</li><li>Challenge programme assumptions and provide proactive planning advice</li></ul><h3>Essential Skills &amp; Experience</h3><ul><li>Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6</li><li>Proven understanding of Total Float, critical path analysis, and schedule logic</li><li>Solid experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles</li><li>Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4)</li><li>Experience working on substation, power, or major infrastructure projects</li><li>Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and operate confidently on site</li><li>Strong stakeholder communication and reporting skills</li></ul><h3>Desirable Skills</h3><ul><li>Experience with progress measurement techniques and rules of credit</li><li>Knowledge of risk planning tools and schedule risk analysis</li><li>Background in power transmission, distribution, or energy infrastructure projects</li></ul><h3>Working Arrangement</h3><ul><li>3 days per week on site in Suffolk</li><li>Remaining days flexible / remote, subject to project requirements</li></ul>We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Advance TRS Ltd

Senior Planner

Scheme Project Manager 
Crewe
Long Term Contract 
£400 - £450 per day - DOE

I am currently recruiting for an experienced Scheme Project Manager to lead the delivery of OLE projects across the Central and West Coast Routes.
This role has responsibility for the end-to-end management of OHL scheme delivery, alongside a key leadership role in integrating High Output Track and Construction teams to enable safe, efficient, and collaborative planning and execution.
The position will also play a significant role in the planning and development of upcoming works at Birmingham New Street, contributing to early-stage coordination, integration, and delivery strategy for this complex and high-profile programme.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Overall management of OHL/OLE project delivery, ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards in line with PACE and Network Rail governance</li>
<li>Lead and coordinate integrated planning and delivery across High Output Track and Construction teams</li>
<li>Drive collaborative working practices to improve safety, efficiency, and programme certainty</li>
<li>Manage scheme governance, including risk, change control, resources, and reporting</li>
<li>Develop, agree, and implement contingency and recovery plans in collaboration with delivery teams and Route stakeholders</li>
<li>Support the planning and integration of Birmingham New Street works, contributing to constructability, staging, and delivery readiness</li>
<li>Ensure projects achieve AMP-compliant close-out and are effectively handed back to maintenance teams</li>
<li>Lead proactive stakeholder engagement, demonstrating strong safety leadership and clear communication across all schemes</li>
</ul>
This position is suited to extremely experienced Scheme Project Manager who is looking to step up into a role with the responsibilities of a Project Manager.
We are looking to move quickly with the right hire, for more information please submit your CV to Amy Naden at Morson Vital today.
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<li>A m y . n a d e n @ v i t a l . u k . c o m</li>
</ul>

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