OLE Operative

Amey Ltd; Nantgarw; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is seeking an OLE Operative to join the maintenance team in Nantgarw. This role involves performing overhead line maintenance work, ensuring safety and quality standards. The successful candidate will benefit from competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, including holidays and training programs.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Comprehensive training opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits options

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Paid volunteering days

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering planned railway OLE infrastructure works.
• Knowledge of overhead line equipment maintenance processes.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, fault, maintain, and renew OLE and HV assets.
• Carry out work following safe systems and procedures.
• Respond to incidents and asset failures.

Skills

Teamwork

Overhead line equipment maintenance

Ability to work variable shifts

Education

Full UK driving license

Class 2 HGV license

OLEC 2 or equivalent

Personal Track Safety

Job description

Overview

Permanent OLE Operative to join the AIW/IM team at Treforest. 40 hours per week, on site. Under the direction of the OLE Team Leader, OLE manager or OLE Engineer, you will work as part of the Electrification maintenance team to undertake OLE and HV maintenance work in the safest possible manner and to the highest quality in line with standards and plans. The role is key in delivering safe and productive work on the OCS equipment, making use of access plant and lifting equipment. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on the Core Valley Lines, currently the biggest investment in public transport infrastructure in Wales, contributing to the brand-new electrified railway that forms the backbone of the South Wales Metro.

Responsibilities

• Partake in the inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal of OLE and HV assets in compliance with work plans and standards.
• Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans and other instructions under the direction of the team leader.
• Make use of On Track plant and lifting equipment as part of planned OLE works or OLE fault response.
• Undertake fault and incident response and asset rectification for OLE and HV distribution asset failures.
• Support the OLE Manager in the preparation of work and resource specifications, method statements and plans.
• Support the Team Planner in the preparation of Safe Work Packs and Isolation Plans.

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: Clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like OLE Technician.
• Training Opportunities: Comprehensive training, including fully funded tickets and apprenticeships, tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Mentorship and access to leadership programs.
• Pension: Generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future.
• Holidays: At least 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy a further 4 days.
• Flexible Benefits: Options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to discounts from leading retailers and services.
• Social Impact: 2x paid volunteering days per year and opportunities to support community initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Experience working as part of a team to deliver planned railway OLE infrastructure works.
• Willingness and ability to work variable shift patterns including nights and weekends.
• Experience delivering a comprehensive programme of planned work in compliance with instructions, safe work plans and standards.
• Knowledge of overhead line equipment maintenance processes, systems and standards.
• A full UK driving license is essential; Class 2 HGV license is desirable.
• OLEC 2: Undertake Basic OLE Construction Activities Under Direction, or other industry equivalents (OLE 1/OLE 3).
• Personal Track Safety.

Application Guidance

We value a culture of diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all who are passionate about making a positive impact. As a Disability Confident leader, we offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have questions or need adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to Sabi Suleman, our recruiter for this role.