Assistant Electrification & Plant Maintenance Engineer (HS)

Location

Gravesend, GB

Department Name

CT Electrification & Plant Engineering (989043) G1

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Brief Description

The role

We have an exciting opportunity within Network Rail High Speed for an Assistant Electrification & Plant Maintenance Engineer

Key accountabilities include:

• Manage and direct the Technical Support team to achieve business and functional objectives and meet key performance measures.
• Manage development of individuals and the engagement of the team.
• Manage the arrangements for staff safety and competence.
• Monitor asset performance, reliability, productivity and efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and support.
• Undertake survey and design work.
• Manage the assurance and non compliance process within the delivery unit.
• Undertake technical inspections and investigations.
• Maintain the accuracy of systems, databases and records.
• Review and approve method statements and/or plans for design and/or work activities as required.
• Undertake an agreed programme of staff surveillance, work quality and asset condition checks.
  
  
  

This is a permanent position, so come and be part of a truly unique business that brings the UK closer to Europe.

We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce.

T ogether, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here .

About The Role (External)

The person

So, who are we looking for? If you can answer ‘yes’ to the following questions, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Do you have:

• Relevant technical competence
• Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques
• Knowledge of safety and compliance management processes
• Knowledge of operational railway environment Knowledge of operational railway environment
• Detailed knowledge of relevant standards and procedures
• Design knowledge and experience
• Failure/incident management and rectification techniques
• Knowledge of other functional disciplines
• Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills
• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification
  
  
  

Desirable

Knowledge of coaching techniques

To be successful in this role we also require you to have:

• Overhead line engineering experience
• Full driving licence
• Frontline maintenance experience
• On-call experience
  
  
  

How To Apply (External)

The important stuff

The role is based at Singlewell, however frequent travel to our other office and site locations along the High Speed line is expected.

What can we offer you in return?

We follow a structured pay framework, any salary offered will be within the following pay range:

Band 4C - £43,588 £55,574 ( plus outer London allowance of £1,942)

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In addition, we can offer you a rewarding career with excellent benefits, including:

• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Maintenance allowance
• On-Call allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Healthcare
• Excellent choice of pension schemes
• 75% subsidy on rail season tickets (including London underground)
• 75% off leisure rail travel for you and your family
• ‘my benefits’ – our discounted online shopping site
• Training, development and employee assistance programme available
• Two weeks paid reserve leave for our armed forces community
• 5 days paid volunteering leave
• Network rail benefit: To find out about what benefits we offer, click here
  
  
  

If you are successful in your application, you may be required to go through a security vetting process (depending on the role).

W e are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We want our employees to reflect the diverse communities that we serve. We welcome different and fresh ways of thinking and encourage a culture where people feel empowered to act and we would consider flexible working.

Drugs and Alcohol Standard

All prospective candidates who are offered a conditional role will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.

You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information