Technician – Switch Systems

Join our Team – (Technician Switch Systems)

We are excited to be introducing a Technician – Switch Systems in to our Singlewell Team , the role will entail;

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements or other relevant instructions.

• Undertake work and associated duties for which you are trained and competent.

• Undertake and direct work activities in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with all relevant standards.

• Control and check the quality of work undertaken and confirm assets are compliant to standards.

• Establish and maintain appropriate safety arrangements for staff under your control including Contractors.

• Check that the staff under your control have the appropriate and valid competencies.

• Check that vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials under your control are fit for use and are used/stored and disposed of correctly.

• Accurately report all work completed/not completed and produce/maintain records as required.

• Contribute to your own development and that of others.

• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

We do request that all candidates that apply either already hold a FULL driving licence or you are working towards passing your Driving Test.

This is a permanent opportunity, so come and be part of a truly unique business that brings the UK closer to Europe.

Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

About our people and the recruitment process – We’re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don’t always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we’ll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.

We’re also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we’ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.

The person

So, who are we looking for? If you can answer ‘yes’ to the following criteria, then we look forward to receiving your application.

• Experience of arranging and implementing safe systems of work.

• Knowledge of how to organise and control the safe and efficient delivery of work.

• Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.

• Able to lead, motivate and direct a team.

• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Knowledge of permanent way inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques.

• Conversant with standards, procedures and instructions.

• Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post, required by business need.

• Ideally hold (or be working towards) an NVQ level 1 or 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained an appropriate level of knowledge through equivalent relevant experience.

• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.

The important stuff

The role is based at Singlewell however frequent travel to our other office and site locations along the High Speed line is expected.

What can we offer you in return?

We follow a structured pay framework, any salary offered will be within the following pay range:

Maintenance Grade: Infrastructure Maintainer 1-5 £ 42,212 + Outer London Allowance

In addition, we can offer you a rewarding career with excellent benefits, including:

• Bonus scheme

• Excellent choice of pension schemes

• 75% subsidy on rail season tickets (including London underground)

• 75% off leisure rail travel for you and your family

• ‘my benefits’ – our discounted online shopping site

• Training, development and employee assistance programme available

• Two weeks paid reserve leave for our armed forces community

• 5 days paid volunteering leave

Employee Referral Form

If you are successful in your application, you may be required to go through a security vetting process (depending on the role).

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We want our employees to reflect the diverse communities that we serve. We welcome different and fresh ways of thinking and encourage a culture where people feel empowered to act and we would consider flexible working.

Drugs and Alcohol Standard

All candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test.