OTM Driver Operator Fitter (based in Southern/Wessex region)

Overview

Maintain rail infrastructure as driver/operator/fitter ensuring safety and efficiency

Key Responsibilities

• maintenance
• repairs
• driver operations
• fault escalation
• safety compliance
• incident reporting

Tasks

-Conduct Maintenance and Repairs -Undertake the role as Driver/Operator/Fitter as per Colas Rail’s company procedures to deliver outstanding service to our customers. -Maintain and develop driver route and traction knowledge to enhance expertise and performance. -Communicate and escalate machine service faults and failures to the maintenance department, ensuring operational performance remains optimal in real time. -Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with policies, procedures, and safety rules. -Attend comprehensive training programs to become a skilled Driver/Operator or Operator/Fitter. -Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety (Fitter/Operator) -Professionally report and record real-time issues, including incidents, accidents, and environmental occurrences, in accordance with company procedures in a timely manner

Requirements

• level 3
• driving licence
• microsoft windows
• rail standards
• psychometric
• shift work

What You Bring

-Have a positive, attitude and thrive in a busy and pressurised environment. -They should be adept at following processes and procedures safely without requiring direct supervision. -Can analyse problems thoroughly and make timely decisions. -Have past or present railway route knowledge of the region (Driver/Operator) -Psychometric pass required for Driver/Operator -Have a Full UK Driving Licence -Computer skills in Microsoft Windows -Understand the UK Rail Operation/Standards and have good geographical knowledge of the region. -Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Willingness to stay away from home (at company expense) when required. -Flexible, honest & punctual – Able to work weekends, bank holidays and a mixture of days and nights as part of a 24/7 shift-based roster. -Must live within either: Dorset, Hampshire, Surrey, Kent, West Sussex, East Sussex or S. London -Hold a level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering background required for Fitter/Operator -Have previous experience within the rail industry as an engineer, driver or operator

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Benefits

-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

About Colas Rail Uk

-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.

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