Lineside Civils & De-Vegetation Operatives

Vital Human Resources; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full PPE provided

PAYE contract options available (DIR/P

Umbrella

Job summary

Vital Human Resources is recruiting Lineside Civils & De-Vegetation Operatives to support ongoing rail projects across the UK. The role involves vegetation management, drainage, and trackside maintenance with flexible shifts and long-term opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have PTS and Sentinel, rail experience, and a commitment to safety. PAYE options and career progression are available through the recruiting team.

Qualifications

• Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification and Sentinel card.
• Experience working in or near rail environments with a good understanding of trackside conditions.
• Ability to work safely and effectively within a rail infrastructure environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high safety standards at all times.
• Willingness and ability to work away from home during weekend shifts as required.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Desirable) / Preferably own vehicle]

Responsibilities

• Carry out lineside civils works including drainage, troughing, cable routes, fencing and general infrastructure maintenance.
• Undertake vegetation clearance and management activities in accordance with project specifications.
• Safely operate vegetation management equipment and small tools.
• Install and maintain trackside access systems where required.
• Work collaboratively with site teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Comply with all rail safety, environmental and operational procedures.

Skills

PTS certification

Sentinel card

Rail environment experience

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Safety standards

Occasional weekend travel

Job description

Lineside Civils & De-Vegetation Operatives

Join a leading Tier 1 rail supplier and be part of delivering critical infrastructure projects across the UK.

We are currently recruiting experienced Lineside Civils & De-Vegetation Operatives for ongoing rail projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of rail infrastructure, vegetation management and maintenance projects, with competitive rates, flexible working patterns and long-term opportunities available.

What You'll Receive

• Opportunity to work on major rail infrastructure projects with a Tier 1 contractor
• Long-term and ongoing work opportunities available
• Flexible shift patterns, including days, nights and weekends
• Full PPE provided
• PAYE contract options available (Direct PAYE or Umbrella)
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Support from a dedicated recruitment and operations team
• Competitive rates of pay

Essential Experience & Skills

• Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification and Sentinel card
• Experience working in or near rail environments with a good understanding of trackside conditions
• Ability to work safely and effectively within a rail infrastructure environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to maintaining high safety standards at all times
• Willingness and ability to work away from home during weekend shifts as required
• Full UK Driving Licence (Desirable) / Preferably own vehicle

Experienced & Skills

• Vegetation management competencies including:
• Strimmer
• Brush Cutter
• Hedge Trimmer
• Experience carrying out basic construction or civil engineering activities
• Experience installing and maintaining access systems including steps, platforms and walkways
• Experience in drainage, troughing and cable route works
• Experience working alongside signalling and telecommunications infrastructure
• Additional rail competencies such as COSS, First Aid or related safety-critical qualifications would be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out lineside civils works including drainage, troughing, cable routes, fencing and general infrastructure maintenance
• Undertake vegetation clearance and management activities in accordance with project specifications
• Safely operate vegetation management equipment and small tools
• Install and maintain trackside access systems where required
• Work collaboratively with site teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Comply with all rail safety, environmental and operational procedures

Why Join Us?

We work with some of the UK's leading rail organisations, providing our workforce with access to a wide variety of projects and opportunities. Whether you're looking for regular work, long-term placements or career progression, we can help you find the right role.

Vital Human Resources is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation