Fleet Engineer
Colas Rail Uk
Lead fleet maintenance, compliance and innovation for rail vehicle fleet
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Rugby, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Track Installation and Renewal
Signalling
Electrification
High Voltage and Traction Power
On‑track plant operation and maintenance
Rail Freight Transport
Rolling Stock Refurbishment and Maintenance
Multidisciplinary design and build services
Sector Specialisms
Track Installation and Renewal
Signalling
Electrification
High Voltage and Traction Power
Operation and Maintenance of On Track Plant
Rail Freight
Rolling Stock Refurbishment and Maintenance
Light Rail
Role
What you would be doing
fault reporting
lifecycle strategy
asset tracking
outage planning
tender engineering
compliance maintenance
- Support business unit initiatives for reliability and best practices.
- Ensure all fault reporting is completed accurately using the Fleet Asset Management System (FAMS).
- Lead the review, optimization, and amendment of vehicle maintenance instructions, including task-based risk assessments.
- Develop and manage a lifecycle strategy for the rail vehicles in your fleet.
- Support internal and external audits and promptly address any issues raised.
- Track and manage the lifecycle of strategic components and assets.
- Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to build and manage outage plans from start to finish.
- Provide engineering expertise for contract and tender submissions.
- Follow all Lifesaving rules and relevant policies and procedures
- Promote and implement innovation within the team by following Network Rail's Engineering Change Procedures.
- Ensure engineering compliance and vehicle availability through planned maintenance and adherence to relevant standards.
What you bring
hnc/d
rail engineering
compliance
safety
asset management
professional membership
- Effective Communicator: Able to clearly and confidently communicate with colleagues, management, and external organizations.
- Technical Expertise: Experienced in compliance, asset management, and implementing change control procedures.
- Safety & Financial Acumen: A solid grasp of safety legislation, corporate safety procedures, and cost control management.
- Engineering Background: An HNC/D or higher in an engineering discipline is required. You should have extensive experience as a rail vehicle fleet engineer, with a strong background in maintenance, reliability, overhaul, and refurbishment.
- Commercially Aware: Highly adaptable with a strong understanding of business needs.
- Rail Industry Expertise: A deep understanding of rail vehicle engineering, maintenance, the rail operating environment, and Railway Group Standards.
- Professional Membership: Member of a professional engineering body, ideally with Incorporated status or higher.
- Operational Support: Able to provide on-call engineering support and deputize for the Head of Engineering as required.
- 34 days Annual Leave
- Competitive Salary
- We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
- Industry leading Life Assurance
- Eye Care Vouchers
- Long Service Award
- Season Ticket Loan
- Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Pension Scheme
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Company
Overview
- Founded as a key player in the UK rail sector, Colas Rail UK has become synonymous with quality and innovation.
- The company’s expertise spans across track construction, maintenance, signalling, and rail systems integration.
- It has successfully delivered complex rail projects ranging from station refurbishments to high-speed rail initiatives.
- Colas Rail UK has a reputation for handling challenging projects in the public and private sectors.
- The company prides itself on its ability to offer tailored solutions for each client’s unique infrastructure needs.
- With a rich history in the rail industry, it continues to push boundaries through the use of advanced technologies.
- Notable projects include major upgrades to the UK’s national rail network, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- From heavy civil engineering to sophisticated signalling systems, Colas Rail UK thrives on delivering impactful results.
- Safety is our top priority.
- We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions.
- We pride ourselves on working in partnership with clients and stakeholders.
- Innovation and continuous improvement drive us.
- We are dedicated to developing our people and creating an inclusive environment.
- Our people are key to our success, and we focus on fostering a collaborative and respectful work culture.
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero, reflecting a long-term environmental goal.
- Focus on reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and adopting sustainable practices.
- Introduction of electric and hybrid plant machinery to reduce environmental impact.
- Continual assessment and optimization of the environmental impact of projects.
- Delivery of projects with minimal environmental disruption, incorporating sustainable materials and processes.
- We have a clear commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.
- Promoting a culture where everyone feels respected and valued.
- Ongoing initiatives to improve gender diversity in the workforce.
- Regular monitoring and reporting on diversity statistics to ensure progress.
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