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About the role
Our work matters to millions. It'll matter to you too. Join our Rail team as a Senior Supervisor and you'll be a big part of fascinating, complex, varied and meaningful work. This role is part of the Central Rail Systems Alliance (CRSA) working from our base in Preston, Lancashire.
The CRSA offers the unique opportunity to work with partner organisations across the rail industry. CRSA has been created to make a positive impact on the UK track renewals industry by drawing on the strengths of all alliance partners and collaborative working.
Bringing together knowledge and experience in critical rail infrastructure and track renewals, the alliance deploys innovative working methods to realise efficiencies and create a more reliable railway infrastructure.
What you'll be doing
The successful candidate will:
* Be responsible for the detailed planning and execution of Track Renewals Works as allocated by the Renewals Manager;
* Be responsible for planning and directing the activities of Site Supervisors and track staff;
* Hold Whiteboard / Stage Gate meetings in accordance with CRSA Track Renewals Procedure producing the required outputs to support effective and robust delivery of the works to completion;
* Ensure agreed performance and other Key Responsibility Area (KRA)'s are met;
* Ensure compliance with contract allowables for all works;
* Have responsibility for ensuring all works undertaken comply with contract specifications and Network Rail Group and Line Standards;
* Assist with the provision of technical support to the Senior Engineer, Senior Supervisor and Renewals Manager;
* Deliver Duty Management and 'On Call' as required;
* Ensure maximum utilisation of resources in delivery of all works;
* Co-ordinate/Chair/Attend and record site meetings.
Who we're looking for
The following qualities/experience are essential:
* Demonstrable experience in Permanent Way maintenance/track renewals at least performing at Site Supervisors level;
* In depth knowledge of Track Renewals discipline;
* HNC in an Engineering discipline (or working towards);
* Strong knowledge of financial controls;
* Excellent knowledge of Rules & Regulations, H.A.S.A.W and other appropriate regulations;
* Excellent knowledge of both group and line standards;
* Good IT skills;
* Good communication and person management skills;
* Able to drive;
* PTS and COSS.
Why work for us
Our people are our biggest asset, and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future.
We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.
Some of our key benefits are:
* An attractive/negotiated salary;
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
* Pension savings scheme;
* Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
* A whole host of other BB staff employee benefits (discounts, exclusive offers etc.);
* Refer and Earn bonus scheme;
* Discretionary annual salary reviews.
About us
Balfour Beatty is a leading Rail infrastructure provider. We work at the heart of the UK's railway network - designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railway that connect communities and underpin growth.
Our expertise covers design and manufacturing, civils, track, reactive maintenance, electrification, signalling, power systems and rail plant.
We have a strong orderbook with and a positive pipeline of opportunities, and we put our customers, rail users, and our people at the heart of everything we do.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background.
We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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