Rail Systems Integration Lead – Electrical
West Midlands Metro
Lead electrical integration of new rail assets, ensuring safe handover to operations.
16 days ago ago
£58,500 - £58,500
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Public Transport
Rail Operations
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Consulting
Maintenance
Infrastructure
Sector Specialisms
Construction Design Management
Digital Engineering & BIM
Geotechnical Engineering
Highways Engineering
Land Contamination Risk Management
Materials and Waste Management
Project Management
Rail Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
asset registration
agility config
walkthroughs
snagging
static testing
maintenance scheduling
- Coordinating and support the familiarisation and training of operational and maintenance staff in relation to new equipment and environments.
- Engaging in joint walkthroughs, snagging inspections, and review activities to sign off assets as ready for service.
- Ensuring all new assets are correctly registered and configured in the Agility asset management system with appropriate hierarchy, tasking, and scheduling.
- Carrying out static infrastructure checks and testing to confirm asset suitability and readiness for operational use and driver training.
- Verifying that asset installation is complete and in accordance with the as-built drawings and technical specifications.
- Supporting the Infrastructure Manager, Asset Handover Coordinator, and Technical Officer in achieving a coordinated and timely transition of new infrastructure into MML ownership.
- Contributing to the collation, review, and handover of Health & Safety File data in collaboration with admin and Agility support teams.
- Acting as the lead discipline representative for all new assets introduced as part of the network extension.
- Creating or update maintenance schedules, procedures, and instructions aligned with manufacturer guidance and operational needs.
- Supporting the development or amendment of policies and procedures required to manage new risks or configurations.
- Shadowing the existing MML Team Leader in your respective discipline for the initial 3-month induction phase to gain network-specific knowledge and expectations.
What you bring
nebosh
iosh
apm pmq
prince2
agility
electrical substations
- Understanding of Health and Safety File requirements under CDM regulations.
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualifications.
- Experience working on new infrastructure handovers, extensions, or commissioning.
- APM PMQ or Prince 2 qualifications.
- Experience in coordinating operational readiness activities, including static testing and staff familiarisation.
- Knowledge of West Midlands Metro infrastructure and operational practices.
- A strong understanding of maintenance principles, asset inspection, and safety regulations within a light rail or rail infrastructure context.
- Practical experience of interpreting technical drawings and documentation.
- Demonstrable experience in Electrical Substations.
- Familiarity with asset management systems (e.g., Agility or equivalent CMMS).
- Authorised Person (AP) qualification.
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Company
Overview
Over 20 Years
Regional Transport Service
The transport system has been serving the West Midlands region for more than two decades.
- Efficient, eco-friendly tram network connecting communities across the West Midlands.
- Enhancing mobility with local and longer-distance routes seamlessly integrating with other public transport options.
- Reducing congestion, improving air quality, and promoting sustainable travel.
- Contributing to modernization of regional transport infrastructure through ongoing expansion projects.
- Investing in state-of-the-art vehicles and technology to provide exceptional travel experiences.
3,389 tCO₂e
Carbon Savings
Exceeded 2023 target by over 300 tCO₂e, achieved through West Midlands Metro extension works.
48 Towers
Solar Installations
Installed to power site compounds and eco-friendly welfare cabins.
£356m Investment
Decarbonised Transport
Backed by WMCA, supporting regional net-zero initiatives.
12 Months
Fleet Transition
Committed to transitioning fleet to electric vehicles under Net Zero Pledge.
- Trams produce zero emissions at point of use.
- Some routes use battery-powered sections for energy efficiency.
- Use of sustainable concrete and renewable fuels in construction.
- Eco-friendly welfare cabin units installed with solar-powered towers.
- Support for regional net-zero initiatives by 2041.
- Offsetting every shipment's emissions through the WMNetZero Business Pledge.
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