OTM Driver/Fitter/Operator - Central Region

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Date:20 May 2024

Location: London, GB, SW1H 0NB

Company: Colas

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

The purpose of the role is to Fit, Operate and Maintain on track machines (OTM) in a safe manner, in accordance with the Competency Based Standards for Fitters, Operators and Maintainers, and in accordance with the Colas Rail Railway Safety Case. Full Training for all aspects of the role will be given to the successful candidate.

This role would suit candidates with an engineering background, be it electrical, mechanical, hydraulic or all, looking to further their career in the Rail industry. All Rail specific training will be provided for the successful candidate. Job use van and fuel card will also be provided by Colas Rail UK. Applicants will have to have a keen eye for detail, the ability to work alone or as part of a team and a can do attitude when faced with solving problems. Lodging away from home will be required. You will benefit from an excellent package of Employee Benefits. Join Colas Rail UK, a company that Cares. This role is UK mobile operating in the Central region.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for booking on and off duty at the time and place directed by duty manager or senior production manager

• Wear personal protective clothing P.P.C. as supplied

• Maintain clear and open communications, verbal and written, with Rail Plant Control Room- Help Desk

• Work to a safe and competent standard

• Responsible for absorbing and retaining knowledge trained on

• Carry out emergency procedures as and when required

  OTM Operating

• Full Training will be given on the operation of the OTMs

• Responsible to, and if possible, repair service faults and failures

• Report all service faults and failures immediately both in writing and verbally to the Rail Plant Control Desk- Help Desk

• Operate on track machines in accordance with Railway Standards

• Carry out all aspects of maintenance and safety checks and assist specialist Fitter staff when fixing a machine breakdown or problem

  Fitting

• Assist Specialist Fitter staff carry out all aspects of maintenance

• Responsible for the immediate verbal reporting of machine faults and failures to Rugby Rail Plant Control Desk

• To complete all maintaining duties that are under the Maintenance fitter Assessment Scheme

Person Specification

• Good knowledge of computer and phone skills, Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook Knowledge

• Flexible, honest, and punctual

• Certified in Vehicle, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

• Good Communication Skills

• In possession of a Clean Full and Valid road vehicle driving license to be able to drive company vehicles

• Willing to continue learning and be trained

• Maintain a positive attitude and sense of professional pride

• Able to perform weekend and night shift duties

• Mechanically minded

• Team worker

• Good knowledge of computer/phone skills

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

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.