Machine Controller / POS Rep

Vital Human Resources; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a fully qualified Machine Controller for the East Coast Main Line. This full-time role involves planning and executing safe on/off tracking of rail vehicles, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A full clean UK driving licence, current PTS AC and COSS certifications are mandatory. The position offers competitive pay and covers all travel and accommodation expenses.

Benefits

Company van + fuel card

Overtime for additional shifts

All travel and accommodation expenses paid

Qualifications

• Current PTS AC certification is required.
• Current COSS certification is needed.
• Experience as Machine Controller is essential.
• Must hold a full clean UK driving licence.
• Must be confident using iPad/tablet apps.
• Strong safety focus and professional attitude are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Act as Machine Controller and POS Rep on multiple sites.
• Plan and deliver safe on/off tracking of RRVs and specialist plant.
• Complete machine inspections and checks, report defects.
• Liaise with various engineering and delivery teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations.

Skills

PTS AC

COSS

Machine Controller

Full Clean UK driving licence

Computer literate

Strong safety focus

Job description

Machine Controller / POS Representative - East Coast Main Line (ECML)

Van & Fuel

PAYE/Umbrella

Days - £24 p/h
Nights - £25 p/h
Weekend - £26 p/h

We are recruiting an experienced Machine Controller to join our established Rail Plant division delivering on/off-Tracking, RRV movements and possession support works across the East Coast Main Line route (Berwick-upon-Tweed to London King's Cross and associated branches).

Head Office is Doncaster where you will report to your line manager.

Key Details:

• 5-on roster (days, nights & weekends as required by possession and midweek work streams)
• Full-time, contract position with overtime paid for additional shifts
• Depot base flexible (works predominantly ECML - Newcastle, Doncaster, Peterborough & London areas)
• Company van + fuel card provided from home
• All hotels, subsistence and travel expenses paid when working away

Core Responsibilities:

• Acting as Machine Controller and POS Rep (Single Machine & Multi-Machine sites)
• Planning and delivering safe on/off tracking of RRVs, MEWPs, cranes and specialist plant
• Completing pre-work machine inspections, daily/weekly checks and defect reporting via iPad (full training given on our digital platform)
• Liaising with CRANE CONTROLLERS, COSS/ES, Engineering Supervisors and Network Rail delivery teams
• Ensuring full compliance with NR/L2/RMV/0200/P06 (Machine Controller) and NR/L2/OHS/019

Essential Competencies:

• PTS AC (current)
• COSS (current)
• Machine Controller
• Full Clean UK driving licence
• Computer literate - confident using iPad/tablet apps (training provided on our system)
• Strong safety focus and professional attitude when dealing with clients and Network Rail staff
• Engineering Supervisor (ES) or Possession Support (PS)

This is a fantastic opportunity for established MC/COSS who want regular, well-paid work on a flagship UK route with all travel and accommodation taken care of