Technical Engineer

2 weeks ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Colas Full time

At Colas Rail, we have over one hundred years of experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of train run on tracks built or maintained by Colas Rail. We deliver on the challenges set by a rapidly changing railway environment - constantly seeking to adapt our behaviour and culture to not only meet and exceed the expectations of our customers and stakeholders, but to also continuously develop and support our people.

Purpose of the role

To support the Lead Engineer in all technical matters associated with the planning and construction of the allocated Drainage sites. To co-ordinate all PWay aspects of construction and associated works in line with the Drainage projects and to deliver construction work safely to the level of quality expected by the company and the client on time and to budget in line with all relevant standards, processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct inspections and assessments of drainage systems.
  • Ensure proposed construction plans are safe, cost effective and achievable
  • Assist the Technical and Lead Engineers in improving productivity and introducing innovation
  • Carry out risk assessments as part of design and construction work
  • Carry out analysis, prepare plans/programmes, detailed site/track/topographical surveys, review or check particular specifications, designs or estimates, undertake detailed planning, site visits and progress work as directed.
  • Assist Construction Manager and Lead Engineer to produce planning documents, multi-discipline Work Package Plans and Task Briefs
  • Good understanding of various surveying methods.
  • Understanding of the NWR Standard.
  • Carry out CRT site assessments
  • Discuss all construction and construct ability issues with the construction team possess
  • Hold competence to raise/remove TSR to level 3 at any line speed
  • Perform and control all on site technical activities and quality control, such as surveying, stressing and tamping
  • Ensure liaison with other disciplines
  • Ensure development of Junior Engineers/apprentices
  • Follow all safety critical processes (such as ground disturbance, As-builts, CRT, track monitoring plans and implementation, Temporary works)
  • Ensure construction work is delivered to the required quality and on-site quality checks are carried out.
  • Carry out technical duties at worksite including all aspects of laser controlled digs, construction tamping, stressing and track commissioning (speed raising)
  • Prepare plans/programmes, detailed site/track/topographical surveys, As built diagrams, dig sheets, stressing diagrams, review or check Particular Specification, designs or estimates, site visits and progress work as directed.
Person Specification
  • Education to HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent suitable experience
  • Civil engineering experience is essential.
  • Comprehensive understanding of permanent way and related engineering principles, including interfaces between disciplines
  • Good knowledge and understanding of track standards, processes and procedures
  • Computer literacy
  • Safety Management training
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation relevant to Construction and Engineering
  • Must be able to drive
  • Personal Track Safety
  • Project Induction
  • Controller of Site Safety
  • Risk Assessment
  • COSHH

Desirable

  • Holding or working towards a professional qualification
What we offer

At Colas Rail we know how important job satisfaction is for everyone to support with life at home, your health and financial well-being, that's why in return we offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • 26 days Annual Leave
  • Company funded Job Use Van
  • Business fuel card* (for business fuel purchases only)
  • Industry leading Life Assurance
  • Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
  • Pension Scheme
  • Eye Care Vouchers
  • Long Service Award
  • Season Ticket Loan
  • Occupational Health Service

Colas Rail in the United Kingdom hold three core values: Care, Share and Dare. We take care of our employees, always ensuring safety is a top priority and we nurture our collective wellbeing. We share a passion for what we do, celebrate our achievements and value high standards like nowhere else. We dare to take on new challenges; we are one of the international leaders in our industry. We continually innovate and expand in new markets.

We value and encourage diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability, age, religion, or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. We will create a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We are committed to the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

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