Controller of Site Safety / Site Supervisor

Central Alliance; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

Flexible benefits including holiday

Digital GP Service

Gym & lifestyle discounts

Life cover protection

Optional private healthcare

Cycle to work

Job summary

Central Alliance is seeking a Site Supervisor – Rail to supervise rail works in Wakefield, ensuring safe access to track infrastructure and adherence to NR019 standards and company procedures.

The role requires COSS and PTS AC/DC certifications, a clean driving licence, and the ability to read plans and manage site safety. A hybrid working pattern is available with emphasis on safe, quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Clean, manual driving licence.
• 3-day First Aid at Work.
• Controller of Site Safety (COSS) certification.
• Personal Track Safety (PTS) AC/DC certification.
• Knowledge of On-Trac/E-PIC system.
• Computer literate.
• Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) certification (desirable).
• Knowledge of Network Rail’s NR019 Standard.
• Knowledge of Risk Assessments / H&S Plans and Work Plan Packages.
• Able to read plans and deliver to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high quality and cost-effective rail supervision, supporting Central Alliance’s operational departments to deliver projects to clients, as per project scopes and as per Network Rail’s safety and operating procedures.
• Comply with Central Alliance and RSK processes and procedures, plus those of Network Rail, to facilitate safe delivery of rail works.
• Analyse performance to work plans / projects, keeping Manager informed of foreseeable risks or impediments to delivery.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the rail team and on site, to lift efficiency, safety and repeat work.
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned to RSK and Central Alliance Values and encourage others to do the same.
• Promote a safe work environment, implement and deliver compliance with SHEQ plans.

Skills

Right to work in the UK.

Clean driving licence

3-day First Aid at Work

COSS (Controller of Site Safety)

PTS AC/DC

On-Trac/E-PIC system

Computer Literacy

SSSTS

NR019 Standard

Risk Assessments / H&S Plans

Ability to read plans and deliver to规格

Tools

On-Trac/E-PIC system

Job description

The Vacancy

At Central Alliance (Part of the RSK Group) We have a unique opportunity for a Site Supervisor (Rail) to join our team in Wakefield, UK.

The Role

As Site Supervisor – Rail you are to ensure personnel under your direct supervision have:

• Safe access to track and track infrastructure.
• Abide by Network Rail’s NR019 Standard, policies and procedures,
• Abide by RSK & Central Alliance’s standards, policies and procedures, and,
• Get home safely.

Accountabilities

• Deliver safe, high quality and cost-effective rail supervision, supporting Central Alliance’s operational departments to deliver projects to clients, as per details in project scopes and as per Network Rail’s safety and operating procedures.
• Comply with Central Alliance and RSK processes and procedures, plus those of Network Rail, to facilitate safe delivery of rail works.
• Analyse performance to work plans / projects, keeping Manager informed of foreseeable risks or impediments to delivery.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the rail team and when working on site, to lift the efficiency and effectiveness of the work outputs, improve safety and to generate repeat work.
• Contribute to a values-based culture by demonstrating behaviours aligned to RSK and Central Alliance Values, encouraging others to do the same.
• Promote a safe work environment, implement and deliver compliance with SHEQ plans

About You

People are at the heart of our business. We want you to collaborate with us, share your ideas and feel confident to challenge the status quo. To be considered, we would like to see you are / have:

• Right to work in the UK.
• Clean, manual driving licence.
• 3-day First Aid at Work.
• Trained, competent and certified in Controller of Site Safety (COSS).
• Trained, competent, and certified in Personal Track Safety (PTS) AC/DC.
• Knowledge of the On-Trac/E-PIC system (essential).
• Computer Literate (essential).
• Trained, competent and certified in Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) (desirable but not essential).
• Knowledge of Network Rail’s NR019 Standard.
• Knowledge of Risk Assessments / H&S Plans and Work Plan Packages.
• Able to read plans and deliver to specifications.

Culture and Benefits

At Central Alliance, we consider learning as a shared responsibility and your personal development is important to us. Your new benefits will include:

• Salary of £33,000
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays
• Digital GP Service
• Gym and lifestyle discounts
• Life cover protection
• Optional private healthcare
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
• Volunteering days
• Retirement and mortgage advice
• Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion
• Access to our industry-leading Wellbeing Hub, plus mental health support services
• Regular training and career development
• A hybrid working pattern is available, with some level of flexibility around start and finish times.

About Us

We are Central Alliance, a UK-based ground engineering technical services business providing site investigation, surveying, instrumentation, monitoring and technology-led solutions alongside innovative remedial techniques for slope stabilisation and dewatering. Our innovative support and solutions are provided to infrastructure organisations, asset owners, utility and energy companies, mining companies, government, consultants and construction projects both in the UK and worldwide.

The company’s ground investigation services include all aspects of drilling, in situ testing, monitoring, reporting and laboratory testing. We own and operate a full range of drilling rigs, encompassing multipurpose rotary, cable percussion, dynamic sampling and cone penetration testing rigs.

Some of Central Alliance’s clients include Network Rail, Aarsleff, National Highways, Rio Tinto, Associated British Ports, the Welsh Government, J. Murphy & Sons, AmcoGiffen, BAM and Morgan Sindall.

Central Alliance is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

The RSK Group are an equal opportunity company

We are an equal opportunity company. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

Do you have what it takes?

Do you have what it takes? If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all.