http://www.rtmjobs.com/railway-signalling-jobs.aspxThe latest from rtmjobs.com.Copyright (C) 5Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Contracts & Procurement underpins Network Rail’s mission through sustainable procurement practices that balance cost, efficiency, quality and risk. We are instrumental in reducing costs while delivering business requirements faster and more efficiently. Our contribution is significant – in the last five years alone, we’ve delivered half a billion pounds of financial benefit. We do this by harnessing the full purchasing power of Network Rail and our exceptional market knowledge. We forge strong alliances with our supply chain and share risk and reward so that together we can achieve the performance and innovation we need to continue improving the capacity and reliability of the network. We are a fast-moving and dynamic function whose people take huge pride and satisfaction from the essential work they do. Brief Description We have responded to the challenge of rapidly growing demand for passenger and freight services by implementing a new approach to supply chain management. The recently formed Category Management team is at the heart of this process through its ownership of top-level strategies for all major spend lines. Small focussed teams are responsible for developing and co-ordinating commercial strategies for a portfolio of categories (e.g. IT, Telecoms, Buildings & Civils, Services, Electrification and Signalling). Each portfolio covers spend in excess of £100m pa, and the team has a clear mandate to deliver a marked change in value through supplier innovation, cost reduction, service improvement and collaborative working. About the role Lead Category Managers each own one of the category portfolios. This role is likely to be focussed initially on the Signalling portfolio, although category responsibilities may change over time. Current priorities for Signalling include optimising materials procurement for the next five years, increasing the pace and effectiveness of new technology introduction, and reduction of supply chain risks associated with the signalling asset base. As a Lead Category Manager you will be empowered to challenge the status quo and maximise commercial advantage to the business. Strategic influencing skills will be vital to developing relationships with senior directors in Network Rail and major suppliers, thereby driving truly integrated business planning and delivery. In this role candidates will need experience in working with suppliers to develop and deploy new technologies and whole-life supply chain solutions. You will be recognised across the business as the expert in the supply markets in your portfolio. Specific Accountabilities · Own client relationships and work collaboratively with the business, leading the development and implementation of innovative category strategies which meet Network Rail’s current and long-term business requirements, applying fact-based principles based upon rigorous demand and supply analyses, maximising benefits and opportunities and minimising risk to the business. · Oversee the development and maintenance of robust business-wide demand and prioritised opportunity forecasts for specific Category Groups. Maximise commercial advantage for the company as a whole by challenging the status quo and promoting cross-functional decision making and total cost of ownership principles. · Identify and deliver agreed savings targets through the identification of cost reduction and efficiency opportunities · Sponsor the delivery of sourcing and post contract management activities to meet the needs of the category strategy, maintaining ownership of required outputs and benefits. · Provide visibility, insight and expertise into supply markets, and use this information and other available resources to constantly review trends, dynamics and significant developments. · Develop a range of global strategic suppliers, and manage strategic and complex relationships to deliver business benefit and performance optimisation from both supplier and Network Rail perspectives. · Take ownership of Network Rail demand data to be reported regularly to the supply market · Maintain consistency in commercial approach to supply market through out Network Rail and manage and control compliance across category group spend. You'll need: Essential · Track record of working with senior directors to drive business strategy · Demonstrated ability to successfully engage stakeholders and lead the case for change · Proven track record of benefits delivery (financial and non financial). · Excellent strategy development skills and good technical acumen · Advanced influencing and negotiation skills to develop mutually beneficial relationships · Maintains principles and demonstrates integrity under internal / external pressure · Educated to degree level or equivalent professional education, or experience Desirable · Proven commercial track record ideally in capital intensive, asset rich industries · Actively participation in relevant industry bodies · To be an acknowledged market, technology and category subject matter expert How To Apply Network Rail welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve. At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfil your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. The salary for this role is circa £65,000 – £80,000 per annum, dependent on skills (plus Car Allowance of £6000 and up to 30% bonus) Please note the closing date for this vacancy is 12th June 2013. Please apply onlinehttp://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17315-irc730144-lead-category-manager-signalling-milton-keynes/Wed, 22 May 2013 12:30:42 GMTSalary: Circa £30,000-£40,000 Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Network Operations plans, operates and maintains the railway day-to-day. Our business units – ‘routes’ – work closely with our customers, and are accountable for improving customer service, safety, and performance, as well as providing a value for money railway. Brief Description: Network Operations plans, operates and maintains the railway day-to-day. Our business units – ‘routes’ – work closely with our customers, and are accountable for improving customer service, safety, and performance, as well as providing a value for money railway. You will produce specifications and acceptance criteria for Signalling Level Crossings engineering works to achieve the required scope and quality in accordance with company engineering policies. Role Responsibilities: Inspect and prioritise renewal proposals for inclusion in the Signalling engineering workbank. Provide support to the production and prioritisation of the national business plan. Develop allocated renewal and enhancement schemes to meet Network Rail’s goals prior to handover to delivery. Following handover, support the development and implementation of projects to confirm the renewal requirements are sufficient, correctly interpreted and any changes agreed. Check that completed schemes are appropriately assessed to determine they meet the project remit. Specify acceptance criteria for Signalling engineering works including design approval, acceptance of equipment and hand back to maintenance as appropriate. Audit acceptance processes are being discharged appropriately. Work with members of the other asset management teams to review renewal and enhancement proposals to optimise engineering activity across the railway infrastructure system and identify critical technical problems. Identify issues of national significance and elevate to the national team. Check that accurate and comprehensive records relating to the existence, configuration and modification history of Signalling engineering assets are maintained and that they accurately reflect their current ‘as built‘ status. Participate in investigations of incidents relating to renewals where required. Carry out engineering verification activities in support of the national programme. Carry out asset condition inspections that will inform the Signalling asset condition database and the renewals work bank. Do you have...? A HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject Significant Signalling engineering experience, particularly related to renewals and enhancements? Relevant professional licences and technical qualifications, or capable of achieving within reasonable timescales? Knowledge of policy and standards relating to Signalling engineering? An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques? Are you…? A member or working towards membership of a relevant professional institution? An incorporated or Chartered Engineer An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques What can we offer you….? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfil your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railway. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. To apply to this vacancy please click the “apply now” button below where you will be re directed to the Network Rail careers page. You will be able to find your desired job vacancy by typing the code “IRC609241” on the Network Rail careers page.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17241-irc609241-asset-engineer-r-e-signalling-level-crossings-york-gb/Fri, 17 May 2013 08:42:24 GMTCivil Construction managers Signalling upgrades Our client is undertaking two large new contracts under a signalling framework. This contract covers the re-signalling of Watford junction and control systems within the reading area. The scope of work includes the renewal of all signalling and control systems. We are looking for highly experienced Construction managers with strong man management and examples of successful delivery of civil engineering projects within a critical rail environment. All candidates will have current rail certificates CITB and or IOSH trained. Responsible for all site safety for designated civil engineering works for the Watford project. Accountable for the delivery of civils work packages on time to budget Responsible for ensuring key interfaces are planned, integrated and maintained across all civil disciplines. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with civils delivery manager, civils works manager and 3rd party contractors. Support the civils delivery manager in setting up and delivering the civils elements of the project. Ensures that all materials, plant and labour requirements are planned and in place. Key interface with supply chain to ensure that all resources are ordered and in place to maximise efficiencies. Ensure that all plant/resources have relevant Competencies/certification Ensures that all relevant paperwork, task briefs, wpp's, permits safety briefs are in place and briefed out. Setting out of civils infrastructure including gantry foundations This is a long-term contract Position and successful candidates must be available for interview and able to start at short notice once offered.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17191-mo159-civil-construction-manager-signalling-upgrades-watford-england/Wed, 15 May 2013 17:20:59 GMTSiemens provides integrated mobility solutions and already has a significant, established rail automation business with sales of €1.4 billion, employing around 6,500 employees. Invensys Rail has been integrated into this unit headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Siemens and Invensys Rail managers form the new management team, combining the regional strengths of both organizations for the benefit of both their customers and employees. Principal Accountabilities • Configure and set-to-work the Hangar Test Environment for project specific test requirement. • Functional testing to include changeover, strap and function, circuit function testing, through testing and power supply testing. • Functional testing of the following electronic systems: electronic track circuits, axle counters, electronic interlockings, signaling control and automatic train protection. • Carry out verification, validation testing and implementation of the Signalling System in accordance with the Design Details (Modular Signalling). • Managing Signalling testing works and auditing of the activity. • Production of Test Certification and documentation as required. • Ensure safe systems are maintained with regards to laid down procedures / standards. • Personal and technical development of direct reports. • Carry out duties in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act, Associated Railway legislation, Company codes of conduct. • Regular contact with the Client, Project Management, Signalling Design and Installation functions. Essential Requirements • Proven leadership qualities and management skills. • Relevant Railway Signalling experience. • Systems testing experience (appropriate IRSE licence). • Driving licence. • Testing Modules 1 and/or 2, 3B and 4 (appropriate IRSE licence). • Strong commitment to delivering Signalling Projects. Desirable Requirements • Good communication skills and understanding of task and time management. • Good presentation skills. • Member of the IEE or IRSE or other recognised body.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17136-139427-senior-test-engineer-modular-signalling-chippenham/Tue, 14 May 2013 10:56:33 GMTNetwork Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and making a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across the UK. Network Operations plans, operates and maintains the railway day-to-day. Our business units – ‘routes’ – work closely with our customers, and are accountable for improving customer service, safety, and performance, as well as providing a value for money railway. Brief Description: In order to achieve the level of reliability that our customers demand and deserve, our established Infrastructure Maintenance function that employs 15,000 across 39 delivery units, will play a major role in delivering our vision of engineering and operating excellence for Britain’s railway. Our in-house maintenance organisation works as one single team maintaining signalling, track, and electrification using standardised, efficient processes that are committed to the achievement of our corporate goals.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17066-irc732049-technician-signalling-maintenance-seamer-gb/Thu, 9 May 2013 10:21:32 GMTNetwork Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Infrastructure Projects re-launched as a regionally-based business unit of Network Rail from April 2012. In addition to four regional delivery units, its scope includes a national Signalling division, Thameslink and the Railway Communication System programmes. Its remit is the efficient delivery of renewals and enhancements on our railway through professional control and management of capital projects. Infrastructure Projects is aligned closely to Network Rail’s ten routes to give better coordination across the business and to deliver capital projects efficiently and at best value. Brief Description: The main aim of this role is to undertake both design and checking of signalling design and signalling schemes. Ensuring designs meet customer requirements, are compliant with technical, safety, environmental and quality standards. Develop engineering solutions to proposals to best satisfy the business case. Key Accountabilities: · Undertake the preparation and checking of design details associated with mechanical, electro-mechanical and electronic signalling systems, as directed. · Verify that detailed engineering designs and scheme development activities, result in schemes that are affordable, and that meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner to time, cost and quality. · Undertake the development of engineering options giving consideration to safety, reliability, operational capacity modelling, maintainability, ease of construction, environmental and whole life issues. Engineering excellence is to be supported by: a. Securing all relevant base data. b. Review compliance with appropriate standards. c. Use risk identification and evaluation methods as suitable, to evaluate and compare options. d. Use feedback from all relevant past projects across the UK rail network, lessons learned and customer feedback to improve quality of design. e. Keeping designers up to date in signalling technology via training, briefings and mentoring. · Maintain strict change control on scope development; evaluate cost, time and performance impacts in conjunction with development management and project engineers. · Undertake the preparation of the full engineering data package required for commencement of the detailed design, and participate in answering clarifications/queries as needed. Advise on practical solutions where infrastructure deficiencies have been raised. Provide technical support to the NRG as required. · Liaise with the Designated Project Engineers throughout the project on inter-discipline matters. · Undertake site visits including organising and undertaking correlation. · Lead Specialist investigations/surveys, analyse results and report to the relevant authorities. · Deal with technical correspondence, liaise with customers, attend meetings, assist in estimating, planning and workload allocation of the Group. · Assist in design activities associated with testing for new or modified systems / installations as required. Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications: Essential: · Working towards an HNC/HND or equivalent industry-recognised qualification. · IRSE Licence holder Signalling Principles Designer or Signalling Design Verifier, or working towards. · A demonstrable aptitude for option development. · Strong evaluation and decision-making skills. · A working knowledge of rail engineering; relevant successful experience working in the principal discipline and an adequate understanding of all other related disciplines. · An ability to work and communicate effectively in a team context. · An appreciation of all the life cycle stages of rail infrastructure. · Risk assessment competence. · Construction Design Management (CDM) competence. Desirable: · Foundation degree in engineering · Membership of a relevant engineering professional institution. · Experience in design, installation and maintenance. · Formal qualifications in risk identification and assessment. What can we offer..? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfill your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. Network Rail welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve. To apply to this vacancy please click the “apply now” button below where you will be re directed to the Network Rail careers page. You will be able to find your desired job vacancy by typing the code “IRC729061” on the Network Rail careers page.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17064-irc729061-signalling-principles-designer-birmingham-gb/Thu, 9 May 2013 10:18:12 GMTNetwork Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Infrastructure Projects re-launched as a regionally-based business unit of Network Rail from April 2012. In addition to four regional delivery units, its scope includes a national Signalling division, Thameslink and the Railway Communication System programmes. Its remit is the efficient delivery of renewals and enhancements on our railway through professional control and management of capital projects. Infrastructure Projects is aligned closely to Network Rail’s ten routes to give better coordination across the business and to deliver capital projects efficiently and at best value. Brief Description: The main purpose of this role is the production of detailed signalling designs, production of scheme proposals and specifications supporting the engineering development of allocated proposals from clarification of remit to completion and implementation. Key Accountabilities: · Undertake the preparation of design details associated with mechanical, electro-mechanical and electronic signalling systems, as directed. · Analyse development remits, to help maintain a robust challenge to sponsoring engineers and managers, and take part as required in value management and risk identification/ analysis activities. · Undertake the development of engineering options giving consideration to safety, reliability, operational capacity modelling, maintainability, ease of construction, environmental and whole life issues. Engineering excellence is to be supported by: a) Securing all relevant base data. b) Review compliance with appropriate standards. c) Use risk identification and evaluation methods as suitable, to evaluate and compare options. d) Use feedback from all relevant past projects across the UK rail network, lessons learned and customer feedback to improve quality of design. · Maintain strict change control on scope development; evaluate cost, time and performance impacts in conjunction with development management. · Participate in the selection of a single option for further development. Prepare or monitor preparation of reports, papers etc as necessary. · Prepare the full engineering data package required for commencement of the signalling design, and participate in answering clarifications/queries as needed. · Manage the engineering interfaces of allocated proposals with concurrent work in other disciplines, or within other programmes. · Assist with training and mentorship of junior engineers and trainees. · Undertake specialised investigation/survey/evaluation and production of statistics, resolution of infrastructure design deficiencies and undertake correlation of the signalling infrastructure. · Deal with technical correspondence, liaise with customers and attend meetings. · Assist in design activities associated with testing for new or modified systems / installations as required. Essential: · Working towards an ONC/OND Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification · IRSE Signalling Designer licence or equivalent. · A demonstrable aptitude for option development. · Strong evaluation and decision-making skills. · A working knowledge of rail engineering; relevant successful experience working in the principal discipline and an adequate understanding of all other related disciplines. · An ability to work and communicate effectively in a team context. · An appreciation of all the life cycle stages of rail infrastructure. Desirable: · Construction Design Management (CDM), competence. · Risk assessment techniques · An engineering degree or equivalent industry-recognised training qualification. · Membership of a relevant engineering professional institution. · Experience in design, installation and maintenance. · Formal qualifications in risk identification and assessment. · Correlation qualification and experience What can we offer..? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfill your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. Network Rail welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve. To apply to this vacancy please click the “apply now” button below where you will be re directed to the Network Rail careers page. You will be able to find your desired job vacancy by typing the code “IRC730051” on the Network Rail careers page.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17063-irc730051-signalling-designer-birmingham-gb/Thu, 9 May 2013 10:15:52 GMTNetwork Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Brief Description: Network Operations plans, operates and maintains the railway day-to-day. Our business units – ‘routes’ – work closely with our customers, and are accountable for improving customer service, safety, and performance, as well as providing a value for money railway. Ensuring the safe passage of trains is one of the most important jobs on the rail network and this is why we value our Signallers and the role they play in keeping Britain on the move. Signallers, as guardians of safety and good communications, are expected to maintain high standards. You need to be calm, methodical and analytical to ensure that all your decisions are made accurately after proper thought. You’ll be expected to take the lead in your duties, which means you have to be assertive and in command of many different situations. You will be the focal point of all railway operations in your specific area. Good communication is key to everything you’ll do. Do you have….? · High concentration levels? · The ability to work methodically, precisely and calmly at all times? · Excellent communication skills? · Good hearing and eyesight and normal colour perception? · Method of transportation to reach the job location at all times of the day or night? Are you….? · Of a methodical nature with a conscientious outlook? · Able to able to assess situations and think through the outcome of your actions? · Able to work shifts including nights and weekends? · Over 18 years of age? Due to the sheer importance of the role, you’ll need to pass an initial assessment to be considered. You’ll then be required to complete a 9 week residential course at our state-of-the-art training centre (based currently in Leeds), before receiving more training within your appointed signal box. This position is safety critical and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing and a pre-employment medical. If you are shortlisted for this position, you will be required to take a compulsory communications test. What can we offer you….? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfil your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. To apply to this vacancy please click the “apply now” button below where you will be re directed to the Network Rail careers page. You will be able to find your desired job vacancy by typing the code “IRC715094” on the Network Rail careers page.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17061-irc715094-signaller-grade-2-garsdale-sb-garsdale-gb/Thu, 9 May 2013 10:11:49 GMTNetwork Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Infrastructure Projects re-launched as a regionally-based business unit of Network Rail from April 2012. In addition to four regional delivery units, its scope includes a national Signalling division, Thameslink and the Railway Communication System programmes. Its remit is the efficient delivery of renewals and enhancements on our railway through professional control and management of capital projects. Infrastructure Projects is aligned closely to Network Rail’s ten routes to give better coordination across the business and to deliver capital projects efficiently and at best value. Brief Description: The main purpose of this role is to assist with the design of signalling systems to meet customer requirements, complying with technical, safety, quality and environmental standards. Assist with on-site correlation of signalling infrastructure and office-based updating/monitoring of records. Key Accountabilities: · Assist with the preparation and preliminary/like for like monitoring of design details associated with mechanical, electro-mechanical and electronic signalling systems, as directed, including: Signalling Plans, Control Tables, Aspect Charts, Interlocking Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, Cable Plans, Remote Control, Track Circuit Plans, Traction Bonding, Immunisation / Cathodic Protection, Signalbox Diagrams / Panel Design, Level Crossing Protection Equipment, Contractors Drawings, Signalling Power supplies, Stage Works, SSI / IECC software and hardware, Materials lists and estimates and mechanical drawings. · Assist with the preparation and issue of design details and undertake updating of technical records using modern techniques / technology in design as appropriate, deputise for Signalling Designer as directed. · Assist in activities associated with testing for new or modified systems / installations as directed. · Assist with the provision of on-site production / monitoring service, including assistance in special investigations · Assist with on site visits for the investigation and resolution of infrastructure design deficiencies and assist with the correlation of the signalling infrastructure. · Assist with technical correspondence, liaise with internal and external customers and attend meetings as directed by their Line Manager. · Assist with the investigation, survey, evaluation and production of statistics, as directed by their Line Manager. Maintain appropriate IRSE license / competency levels. Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications: Essential: · Working towards an ONC/OND Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification · IT Literate (Basic) · Communication Skills Desirable: · CAD Experience · To gain IRSE Assistant Designer Licence within a reasonable time-scale · Correlation Experience · CDM & Risk Assessment awareness What can we offer..? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfill your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. Network Rail welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve. To apply to this vacancy please click the “apply now” button below where you will be re directed to the Network Rail careers page. You will be able to find your desired job vacancy by typing the code “IRC730053” on the Network Rail careers page.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/17044-irc730053-assistant-signalling-designer-birmingham-gb/Thu, 9 May 2013 09:31:22 GMTCurrently have an opening for a Project Engineer with a Signalling back ground to work in Central York for an Infrastructure Company until the end of January 2014. Brief Vacancy Description The Signalling Renewals Portfolio covers the renewal or upgrade of signalling assets such as signals, points, track circuits, TDM/TD equipment and other signalling control systems. Detailed Job Description As a Project Engineer in the signalling discipline you will be responsible for providing expertise and support to the project delivery team based in York. You will act as Designated Project Engineer in accordance with (Company Procedures. You will be responsible for the preparation of technical specifications for tendering and subsequent reviews along with the acceptance of designs submitted by contractors and consultants; ensuring they are in compliance with Railway Company and Industry Standards & Procedures on allocated projects. Duties would also include agreement on site construction methods and ensuring works are undertaken safely and at minimum risk to Network Rail operational infrastructure. Attendance at testing and commissioning and bringing into service is also a requirement. Do you have: Experience in signalling design and construction. Experience of railway industry infrastructure engineering. Technical qualification to a minimum level of HNC/HND in a core Engineering subject. Membership of a Professional Institute such as IET or IMechE etc Chartered or Incorporated Engineer Status The candidate must be capable of working with the minimum of supervision. Please apply for this vacancy if you feel you have the relevant skills and experience to perform the duties and tasked asked within the rolehttp://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/16936-kl716026-project-engineer-signalling-north-yorkshire-england/Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:17:24 GMTSalary: Circa £35,000 - £45,000 per annum dependant on experience. Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From the rejuvenation of King’s Cross station and the upgrade and expansion of Thameslink, to Europe’s largest civil engineering project – Crossrail - we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures the UK has ever seen. This will help us deliver the better railway that is vital for the economic prosperity of this country, transforming how people travel and make a massive difference to passengers and freight users right across Britain. Infrastructure Projects is a regionally-based business unit of Network Rail. In addition to four regional delivery units, its scope includes a national Signalling division, Thameslink and the Railway Communication System programmes. Its remit is the efficient delivery of renewals and enhancements on our railway through professional control and management of capital projects. Infrastructure Projects is aligned closely to Network Rail’s ten routes to give better coordination across the business and to deliver capital projects efficiently and at best value. The Infrastructure Projects, Southern Signalling team deliver re-signalling projects, interlocking renewals and re-control projects across Wessex, Sussex, Kent and Anglia. Brief Description: This position will form part of a multi-disciplinary team that will ensure appropriate engineering standards are used in relation to design and construction on allocated projects on the Anglia Route. The project team are currently developing some of the largest projects within the IP-Signalling Southern portfolio, with opportunities to work with the latest signalling technologies and contribute to the change of the Anglia Route operating strategy. The role is based in East Anglia House (London) working on the following projects; Development of Norwich to Yarmouth re-signalling, Development of Cambridge area re-signalling/re-locking/re-control Delivery of Ely West Curve Bi-Directional Enhancement Development of Colchester re-control Key Accountabilities: Implement Network Rail systems and procedures to maintain a cost effective, high quality, safe and environmentally responsible approach to design, construction, commissioning and other technical activities on relevant projects, compliant with all relevant legislation. Liaise with regulators and others as appropriate. Monitor allocated projects so that they are engineered to the standards and specification, allocated design and construction contracts include reference to and are compliant with appropriate Railway Group and Network Rail Company standards. Manage all engineering activities so that they result in schemes that are affordable and meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality. Maintain the use of relevant techniques and procedures of quantified and qualitative risk assessment and HAZOP analysis to allocated projects and manage the environmental aspects of allocated projects in accordance with Network Rail's environmental policy. Monitor design and specialist consultants and contractors. Provide project management advice in respect of all construction activities, including testing and commissioning and site supervision. Manage so that the design and/or construction elements of relevant projects meet the requirements of current legislation, including construction design management (CDM) regulations. Monitor so that the contractor's design/construction/specialists personnel are competent. Undertake reviews of design and/or construction activities. Arrange audits of contractors to monitor safety, environment and quality of design, construction, testing and commissioning and that management systems are adequate. Identify and share best practice across the various project teams. Undertake the duties of Designated Project Engineer Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications: The candidate should have experience of delivering multi-disciplinary re-signalling projects from a signalling perspective. This candidate is required to undertake the duties of Designated Project Engineer (DPE) on multi discipline Railway Projects joining an established multi disciplinary team to manage design and/or construction activities for engineering activities on allocated projects. Such that appropriate engineering standards are used in relation to design and/or construction within the programme with compliance to the requirements of GRIP, relevant legislation, Group and company standards and Network Rail procedures. What can we offer..? At Network Rail, you have the chance to develop a long, rewarding career. There are many different career paths - and many opportunities to fulfill your potential. After all, we believe that investing in our people via training and development is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railways. You can expect competitive pay, a bonus scheme and a choice of contributory pension schemes. We also offer a generous annual leave package, plus up to 75% discount on season rail tickets. Network Rail welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve. To apply to this vacancy please click the “apply now” button below where you will be re directed to the Network Rail careers page. You will be able to find your desired job vacancy by typing the code “IRC716044” on the Network Rail careers page.http://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/16915-irc716044-project-engineer-signalling-london-gb/Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:15:58 GMTCurrently recruiting for a Signalling Project Engineer based in Central Milton Keynes Your expertise as a Signalling Project Engineer will enable you to implement systems and procedures to maintain a cost effective, high quality, safe and environmentally responsible approach to relevant projects. Your experience will enable you to liaise with regulators and others as appropriate. A key part of this role will be to monitor specific projects managed by Infrastructure Projects so that they are engineered to the standards and specification of the company. You must have an ability to manage all engineering activities so that they result in schemes that are affordable and meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. The successful candidate will monitor design and specialist consultants and contractors, providing project management advice in respect of all construction activities, including testing and commissioning and site supervision. You will have the ability to manage elements of relevant projects to meet the requirements of current legislation, including construction design management regulations. An ability to arrange an audit of contractors will be required to monitor safety, environment and quality of design, construction and testing. Do you have…? Successful relevant experience as a Signalling Project Engineer? Successful relevant experience working on level crossing projects? Knowledge and understanding of relevant standards applicable to level crossing principles? Technical qualifications to HNC/HND or equivalent GNVQ level? Experience in quality assurance? An awareness of Construction Design Management? The ability to make informed decisions? Are you….? Motivated and inspired by innovative projects? Enthusiastic about creating a world-class railway infrastructure? Able to communicate with people at all levels of our business? A strong team player? Able to thrive within an ambitious team? Please apply for this great opportunityhttp://www.rtmjobs.com/rail-job-vacancies/16768-kl622812-signalling-project-engineer-milton-keynes-england/Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:55:24 GMT