Control Systems Technician

Amey Ltd; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Holidays 26 days + bank holidays

Training opportunities

Career growth

Flexible benefits

Exclusive discounts

Social impact volunteering

Job summary

Amey Ltd. is seeking a Permanent Control Systems Technician to join the AIW/IM team in Pontypridd. The role is on-site, 40 hours per week, with responsibilities including maintenance, fault finding, and leadership when required within the Core Valley Lines project.

You will support the team leader, supervise staff competencies, and ensure safe, standards-compliant work on signalling and telecoms equipment as part of Wales' biggest transport infrastructure investment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Signalling and Telecoms - faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques.
• Experience arranging and implementing safe systems of work.
• Ability to organise and deliver safe and efficient work delivery.
• Conversant with SMS/SMTH standards and instructions.
• Hold and retain competencies relevant to track safety, Signalling and Telecoms.
• IRSE license desired; driving may be required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with SMS/SMTH procedures or other instructions.
• Undertake maintenance and renewal tasks of signalling and telecoms equipment.
• Attend failures and investigate faults to rectify.
• Control and check the quality of work and confirm compliance to standards.
• Ensure staff under your control have appropriate competencies.
• Ensure test equipment is calibrated and records are maintained.

Skills

Signalling knowledge

Telecoms knowledge

Safe systems of work

Team leadership

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 1/2 (or equivalent)

Job description

Career Opportunities: Control Systems Technician (13144)

Requisition ID13144-Posted07/10/2026-Transport Infrastructure-Pontypridd-Transport for Wales CVL Infra. Dep/Ty Trafnidiaeth

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Control Systems Technician to join our dynamic AIW/IM team at Treforest. On-site, 40 hrs per week - averaged over a 6-week period.

In this role, you will support the team Leader in organising and motivating the team to ensure safe, efficient, and standards-compliant work. Perform assigned maintenance, and renewal tasks and fault finding of signalling and Telecoms equipment. Serve as Team Leader when required.

This role offers the unique opportunity to work on the Core Valley Lines, currently the biggest investment in public transport infrastructure in Wales, working as part of a team maintaining the network within the newly electrified railway that forms the backbone of the South Wales Metro.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, Signalling and Telecoms standards (SMS and SMTH) or other relevant instructions.
• Undertake work and associated duties for which you are trained and competent including – assigned maintenance, and renewal tasks of signalling and telecoms equipment.
• Attend failures and investigate faults to rectify as required.
• Control and check the quality of work undertaken and confirm assets are compliant to standards.
• Check that the staff under your control have the appropriate and valid competencies.
• Check that vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials under your control are fit for use and are used/stored and disposed of correctly.
• Ensure all test equipment is correctly calibrated.
• Accurately report all work completed/not completed and produce/maintain records as required.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Senior Control Systems Technician or Team Leader.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeships or professional /membership, tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 4 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Knowledge of Signalling and Telecoms - faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques.
• Experience of arranging and implementing safe systems of work.
• Knowledge of how to organise and control the safe and efficient delivery of work.
• Conversant with standards, procedures and instructions (SMS and SMTH)
• Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post, required by business need (Track safety, Signalling and Telecoms)
• Ideally hold (or be working towards) an NVQ level 1 or 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained an appropriate level of knowledge through equivalent relevant experience.
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.
• Ideally hold (or be working towards) an IRSE license.
• Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
• Able to lead, motivate and direct a team.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.