Rail Infrastructure Technician

Colas; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail service provider in the UK is looking for a competent individual to operate and maintain machinery in adherence to safety protocols. This role involves working closely with supervisors, performing daily maintenance, and reporting any machine issues. Applicants should have a recognized apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and relevant experience in machine operation. The company promotes an inclusive workplace and values diversity, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Competitive salary

34 days annual leave

Industry leading life assurance

Healthcare

Cash plan

Wellbeing programme

Employee assistant programme

Pension scheme

Eye care vouchers

Long service award

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Recognised formal apprenticeship in Mechanical / Electrical engineering.
• Experience of machine setup and maintenance.
• Driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate or maintain the machine safely and effectively.
• Perform fire-watch duties during grinding operations.
• Report any machine defects to the supervisor.
• Complete daily Work Return Forms.

Skills

Mechanical / Electrical engineering competency

Machine setup and maintenance

Driving licence

PTS fire training

Emergency first aid

Depot / yard inductions

Basic laser safety

COSS training

Education

Recognised formal apprenticeship

Job description

Working Experience

No experience required.

Overview

At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. You will be welcomed into an inclusive, close‑knit culture that respects diversity and places safety at the forefront.

We value every employee as part of the same team. From the CEO down, everyone is approachable and treated as equals. We give you control of your career to lead and grow in any direction you wish. Our culture of care spans safe working environments, diversity, inclusion, and innovation.

Values

• Respect
• Commitment
• Pioneering
• Sharing

Purpose of the Role

Prepare the machine, assess the work requirement and ensure the plan is achieved to meet the required specification whilst maintaining all health, safety and environmental safeguards. Work to the VMI and operational manual.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate or maintain the machine safely and effectively, as instructed by the Grinding or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform 2nd‑man / fire‑watch duties during grinding operations.
• Report any machine defects to the Grinding or Maintenance Supervisor, where appropriate.
• Collate the data output from the machine where applicable.
• Work safely and effectively in accordance with Colas Rail Services Operations procedures.
• Assistance as required.
• Help maintain quality systems, machine safety packs and stabling database by continually monitoring, reviewing and recommending updates.
• Undertake any other duties if assessed as competent to do so.
• Carry out COSS duties as and when required.
• Perform daily maintenance duties to include chipping and blowing.
• Complete daily Work Return Forms.
• Adapt to operational requirements of the organisation, performing other reasonable duties as required from time to time.

Person Specification

• Recognised formal apprenticeship in Mechanical / Electrical engineering with core competencies in Foundation Course.
• Experience of machine setup and pack‑away for operation, grinding, and maintenance.
• Driving licence.
• PTS fire training.
• Emergency first aid.
• Depot / yard inductions.
• Basic laser safety.
• COSS training.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 34 days annual leave.
• Industry leading life assurance.
• Healthcare.
• Cash plan.
• Wellbeing programme.
• Employee assistant programme.
• Pension scheme.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Long service award.
• Season ticket loan.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity and actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard, valued and respected. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and offer flexible adjustments to the interview process. Under the Equality Act 2010 we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities and all protected groups. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates. Our Employee Network Groups include Railbow (LGBTQ+), BeyonDisability (disabled people) and Cross Culture (ethnic backgrounds), welcoming all staff and allies.

Work‑life balance is important to us; flexible working options are available where feasible and dependent on the role. Please discuss this during the interview process.