Rail & Track Sub Agent: Field Leader on Major UK Rail

Ferrovial Services Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial BAM JV in Australia invites a Sub Agent – Rail & Track to join Ferrovial Construction on major rail projects. You will help deliver track infrastructure, uphold safety, quality and environmental standards, and support real-world construction delivery on-site.

You will mentor site engineers, coordinate with commercial teams for measurement and payments, manage subcontractors, and promote Ferrovial values daily.

Qualifications

• Experience on HS2 or major rail projects (desirable).
• Develop commercial and contractual knowledge with practical application.
• Experience in cost-conscious environments.
• Good people management experience.
• Experience in managing subcontractors.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Technical knowledge of civil engineering with project site experience (Section Engineer level).
• Computer literacy.
• Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or equivalent (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies and procedures, including method statements, risk assessments and briefings, while setting a strong personal example in health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Support the Agent with cost management processes and programme preparation as required.
• Mentor site engineers to maintain strong engineering control and accurate project records.
• Work with commercial teams to ensure measurement and payment records are prepared accurately and on time.
• Work with the Agent to allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works designs.
• Inform the Agent of any potential commercial or contractual risks.
• Manage material orders and supplier relationships to ensure required materials are delivered on time.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure services are delivered effectively and in line with company policies.
• Promote company values in all interactions with employees, clients, subcontractors and external contacts.
• Prepare and deliver daily activity briefings and maintain a regular site diary with relevant updates.

Skills

HS2 experience

Contract knowledge

Cost awareness

People management

Subcontractor management

Communication

Civil engineering

IT literacy

ICE membership desirability

Job description

Ferrovial BAM JV in Australia invites a Sub Agent – Rail & Track to join Ferrovial Construction on major rail projects. You will help deliver track infrastructure, uphold safety, quality and environmental standards, and support real-world construction delivery on-site.

You will mentor site engineers, coordinate with commercial teams for measurement and payments, manage subcontractors, and promote Ferrovial values daily.