Assistant Civil Engineer - Reactive Rail Maintenance

Navartis; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy in London is looking for an Assistant Civil Engineer to support inspection-led maintenance across rail infrastructure. This site-based role includes responsibilities in structural inspections, report writing, and participation in an on-call rota. Ideal candidates have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and relevant experience in the rail or infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in a civil/structural engineering role, ideally in an infrastructure or rail environment.
• Demonstrated experience with structural inspections or condition surveys.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural inspections and surveys.
• Prepare clear, concise inspection reports.
• Contribute to minor structural detailing for repairs.
• Participate in a structured on-call rota.
• Liaise with contractors and clients for project support.
• Adhere to rail industry safety standards.

Skills

Structural inspections

Report writing

Condition surveys

MS Word and Excel

Ability to work on site

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Digital tools

CAD software

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Assistant Civil Engineer - Reactive Rail Maintenance, London

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Client:

Navartis

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

13.08.2025

Expiry Date:

27.09.2025

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Job Description

We are working with a specialist engineering consultancy delivering a wide range of structural and civil engineering services across the rail industry. Their Reactive Maintenance Team focuses on rapid, practical solutions to maintain and improve rail infrastructure assets with minimal disruption to service.

Due to growing demand, an opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Civil or Structural Engineer to support inspection-led maintenance across a range of assets including bridges, platform canopies, substations, footbridges, and lineside buildings. This role is primarily site-based, servicing the Wessex route from London and Sidcup to the South West, and includes participation in an on-call rota to respond to urgent site issues.

This is a hands-on role offering excellent exposure to both inspection and design work in a safety-critical environment, supported by digital tools and an experienced engineering team.

The key responsibilities for this Assistant Civil Engineer - Reactive Rail Maintenance role are:

Undertake Structural Inspections & Surveys

• Carry out a variety of inspections including condition surveys, Hidden Critical Element (HCE) inspections, bridge bashes, and dilapidation surveys
• Identify structural defects and assess asset condition across footbridges, platforms, canopies, and lineside buildings
• Use digital tools (e.g. form-fill apps, LiDAR data) to efficiently capture and record findings

Report Writing & Documentation

• Prepare clear, concise inspection reports with photographic evidence and recommendations
• Populate master condition sheets with inspection results, deterioration risk, and proposed reinspection schedules
• Assist in developing remedial specifications and engineering recommendations

Support Small-Scale Structural Design

• Contribute to minor structural detailing for platform, masonry, and canopy repairs
• Assist senior engineers with standardised repair solutions and Value Engineering initiatives

On-Call and Emergency Response

• Participate in a structured on-call rota to respond to urgent rail infrastructure issues
• Attend live railway sites out-of-hours as needed to assess and support safety-critical situations

Project Support & Coordination

• Liaise with contractors, clients, and in-house teams to support safe and timely delivery of remedial works
• Assist with documentation including Risk Assessments, Construction Phase Plans, and project tracking
• Coordinate with CAD and digital teams to integrate data into reporting and design processes

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to rail industry safety standards and internal HSEQ protocols
• Operate in compliance with Network Rail standards and procedures (e.g. SIN 204, PTS requirements)

Experience required for this Assistant Civil Engineer - Reactive Rail Maintenance role are:

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng, MEng or equivalent)
• 1-3 years' experience in a civil/structural engineering role (post-graduation), ideally in an infrastructure or rail environment
• Demonstrated experience with structural inspections or condition surveys
• Strong report writing and documentation skills, including use of MS Word and Excel
• Willingness and ability to work on site regularly, sometimes during unsociable hours
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across London, Sidcup, and Wessex route
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification or ability to obtain (training support provided)