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
To supervise the maintenance of Colas Rail owned and leased assets to ensure the maximum availability and reliability is achieved. Ensure that the equipment is maintained in accordance with relevant standards, procedures & legislation.
To deliver the required work in a safe and effective manner, conforming to contract specification and to provide the first level response to any locomotive and wagon failures, and ensuring a high level of cleanliness, reliability and performance is achieved.
• Recognised formal apprenticeship in Mechanical / Electrical engineering
• To have achieved the core competencies of Class 37, Class 56, Class 66, Class 67, and Class 70 locomotives.
• Wagon maintenance
• Class 43
• Driving Licence
• PTS
• DP
• Working from Heights
• Liaise with Management team of any additional Manpower in cases where there is either a shortfall or additional shifts required.
• Assist staff in the event of vehicle breakdown and accidents
• Serve as a link between team members and management team
• Act as a liaison with customers and contractors
• Actively follow-up information and data requested by team members in order for them to perform their duties professionally and remain fit for duties;
• Ensure that written communication is performed and all necessary paperwork and administrative duties are fulfilled
• Ensure that all team members are fit for duty
• Complete and send all necessary and correct paperwork to Freight Engineering administrators for processing
• To help team members perform their varied duties competently and fully on locomotives and wagons
• Remain aware of both personal limitations and professional boundaries and when to refer colleagues to more senior management
• Book hotel/ travel arrangements when required
• Stand in as Production Manager / Fleet engineers when required
• Must be focused on training and development of staff to improve skill level at all times
• At the end of each working shift provide a comprehensive written account to the Production Manager and Fleet Engineers detailing all works carried out.
• Occasionally, if the need arises, be prepared to lodge away for a limited period in order to efficiently carry out maintenance duties on locomotives and wagons.
• When driving company vehicles, do so within the bounds of the Highway Code and any appropriate company instructions and procedures.
• Participate in the taking of samples for analysis and any works arising as part of the Condition Based Monitoring Scheme.
• Comply with all company procedures regarding issuing equipment by Depot based stores holdings.
• Carry out safety tours
• Ensure all calibrated equipment is in date and fit for purpose
• Ensure all locations are fit for purpose, this includes buildings, yards and equipment.
• Participate fully and proactively in the company competency assessment programme.
• Carry out on call duties as required for the business.
• Undertake any other duties if assessed as competent to do so.
SHEQ RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work to applicable Safety Plans and Method Statements.
• Comply with Section 7 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Competitive Salary 34 days annual leave (inclusive of public 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.