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Railway Operations Specialist

2 months ago

York, York City, United Kingdom Colas Rail Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Railway Operations Specialist to join our team at Colas Rail. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for preparing freight trains for service, facilitating movements to/from the operational railway, and controlling freight train movements in a defined area of responsibility.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure freight trains and associated wagons are correctly prepared for service.
  • Ensure freight trains and associated wagons are correctly disposed of when not in service and/or left unattended.
  • Assist train drivers with brake continuity testing.
  • Complete train documentation, including train preparation certificates and train certificates of readiness.
  • Carry out shunting and train preparation duties, including coupling/uncoupling of wagons and locomotives.
  • Carry out load examination duties to railway industry standards.
  • Operate ground frames and hand points as required to facilitate train movements.
  • Undertake technical examinations of rolling stock.
  • Assist maintenance/servicing staff with maintenance/servicing activities, as required.
  • Work various shift patterns, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
  • Be prepared to lodge away from home, when required.
Requirements
  • Experienced train preparer to meet current industry standards.
  • Personal Track Safety certification.
  • Rules and Regulations competence.
  • Freight Train Operations, Loading, and Rolling Stock Examination knowledge.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary.
  • 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
  • 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.