Rail Grinder Fitter

3 months ago

London, United Kingdom COLAS RAIL UK Full time

Make your mark with Colas Rail UK 

At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent - and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different. 

This is true because...

We value everyone as part of the same team. We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down.  We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want.  We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.  We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different.  We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations. 

About Us 

Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure. 

At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail. 

Leading by our values

Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions. 

We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support. 

We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent. 

We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour. 

Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role. 

Purpose of the Role

A UK Mobile role to work as a Operator/ Fitter for Colas Rail's Grinding machines. Your home can be anywhere but you will be required to lodge away as you will follow the machine around the country where it is needed. The role is to prepare the machine, assess the work requirement and to ensure the plan is achieved to meet the required specification whilst maintaining all health, safety and environmental safeguards, working to the VMI and operational manual.

Key Responsibilities

Operating or maintaining the machine safely and effectively, as instructed by the Grinding or Maintenance Supervisor. 2nd man / fire watch duties on grinding operation Reporting any machine defects to Grinding or Maintenance Supervisor, where appropriate. Collating the data output from the machine where applicable. To work safely and effectively to Colas Rail Services Operations procedures. Assist as required Assist in maintaining quality systems, machine safety packs and stabling database by continually monitoring, reviewing and making recommendations for updating as required Undertake any other duties if assessed as competent to do so Carry out COSS duties as and when required Daily maintenance duties to include Chipping and Blowing Able to complete daily Work Return Forms

SHEQ Responsibilities 

Work to applicable Safety Plans and Method Statements. Comply with Section 7 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

Person Specification

Recognised formal apprenticeship in Mechanical / Electrical engineering To have achieved the core competencies of Foundation Course, , Machine Setup and Pack away for Operation Grinding Railgrinding maintainer for Operations /Maintenance competence matrix. Driving Licence PTS Fire Training Emergency First Aid Depot /Yard Inductions Basic Laser Safety COSS

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 Van and Fuel card 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

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment whete everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail. 

We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process. 

We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements. 

Join us in making a positive impact Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives. 

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