Brief Description
Route Services is a division of Network Rail that provides the Routes with services so they can help Network Rail deliver a better railway for a better Britain.We support the Routes with a myriad of services and supplies they need to maintain and operate the railway To learn more, please to watch our video.
This role sits within Supply Chain Operations (SCO), an area of the business which supplies and delivers the logistics, materials, components, rail and road fleet that enable the maintenance and renewal of the railway.
SCO keeps the materials, machinery and components required by its customers moving – making sure they are on-site when needed so work can go ahead as planned and on schedule. Watch our video
Construction Services (CS) plans and delivers Overhead Line and Track Renewal’s Projects using the Overhead Line Engineering (OLE) Train, On-Track-Plant, and the Ballast Cleaning System (BCS). The team is committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure projects while embracing innovative, more efficient ways of working.
The Directorate is structured into five teams reporting into the Construction Services Director: Engineering, Planning, OLE Delivery, Track Delivery, and Programme Change. Works are planned and delivered using an internal Network Rail workforce, with Construction Services acting as Principal Contractor, Principal Designer, and POS approval holder.
During Control Period 7 (2024-29) Construction Services is remitted to plan and deliver Ballast Cleaning projects on North, West & Central and Network Rail High Speed Regions, and OLE renewals across North, West & Central Region.
The team operates nationally from its Crewe and Bletchley Construction Depots, with support roles based at Birmingham and Milton Keynes.
Construction Services (CS) - Engineering is composed of highly qualified engineers with years of experience in the rail sector, certified in multiple disciplines, and backed by strong problem-solving capabilities. We combine technical proficiency with an in-depth understanding of the rail industry’s evolving needs, delivering projects that are both timely and cost-effective ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability. We specialise in managing the complete lifecycle of rail projects involving track, signalling and overhead line equipment (OLE). From planning to execution, our team ensures that our systems are designed, installed, and maintained to the highest industry standards. We oversee technical coordination, risk management, and compliance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Key services include:
•Project Engineering Management for Track, Signalling & OLE (Overhead Line Equipment)
•Managing design integration and construction processes.
•Risk management, budget control, and regulatory compliance.
•Engineering & Construction Assurance
•On Track Plant Management & Assurance
About the role (External)
Are you ready to challenge the status quo and drive efficiency in rail project delivery?
We are seeking an On Track Plant Specialist to support the safe planning, co-ordination and operation of OTP to achieve the Construction Services work banks. Promote compliance with legislation, Network Rail company standards and Rail Industry Standards on the use of OTP through assurance inspections and provide motivation and support for continued improvement in OTP operational standards.
Above all, your ability to communicate effectively, build relationships with both internal and external colleagues will be key.
You will manage the effective planning, co-ordination and operation of all On Track Plant (OTP) to achieve the route work bank.
You will promote compliance with legislation, Network Rail company standards and Rail Industry Standards on the use of OTP and provide motivation and support for continued improvement in OTP operational standards.
Key Accountabilities:
1.Provide support in the planning of operations involving OTP at Delivery Unit and Route level.
2.Provide a check of the Lifting Operations involving OTP in compliance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment regulations, Network Rail and Rail Industry Standards.
3.Provide the technical lead on OTP including all briefing requirements to maintenance staff and suppliers.
4.Provide expert advice and guidance on OTP operations to local management.
5.Provide coaching and mentoring support for supervisor and senior managers required to undertake OTP assurance.
6.Provide local support for national initiatives involving OTP improvements.
7.Conduct assurance surveillance and inspections to identify good practice and incidents on non compliance and take appropriate action.
8.Provide out of hours support for real time lifting operations.
9.Act as regular liaison and key point of contact with OTP suppliers to manage compliance to relevant standards and maintain a good working relationship.
10.Provide the focus for technical support for OTP incident investigations.
Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
Essential
·Experience of planning
·Knowledge of LOLER regulations and application
·Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations Site Safety requirements
·Ability to obtain Network Rail Lift Planner competence
·Knowledge of the engineering safety management and risk assessment processes
·Ability to work under pressure and autonomously
Desirable
·Significant relevant experience of railway engineering
·Experience of the construction industry
·Experience of mentoring and coaching others
·Holder of Appointed Person competence or Network Rail Lift Planner competence
·Experience in both maintenance and projects
·Experience of leading assurance activities