Rail Site Agent (Contract) – Safety & Delivery Lead

VGC; Ashton-in-Makerfield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

VGC is recruiting an experienced Site Agent to support a major rail infrastructure project at Bryn Station, Wigan. The role requires delivering site operations safely, on time and to the required quality standards, liaising with TfGM, Network Rail and other stakeholders.

You will manage RAMS, lookahead programmes, subcontractors, and site activities, while ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and project procedures. This is a contract role with a 6-month term on a major rail project.

Qualifications

• Valid PTS and CSCS competency cards.
• Previous experience as Site Agent on rail infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of Network Rail standards and procedures.
• Experience managing subcontractors, programme delivery, quality, and project reporting.
• Ability to liaise with clients, stakeholders and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in delivering project objectives.
• Act as the key point of contact for TfGM, Network Rail, TOCs, and stakeholders.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to specification.
• Develop and manage 4-week lookahead programmes.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and site activities.
• Review and approve RAMS, risk assessments, and work packages.
• Produce and maintain Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Conduct quality inspections and manage defect resolution.
• Monitor project scope and manage change control processes.
• Raise and manage Technical Queries (TQs).
• Maintain construction records, assurance documentation, and as-built records.
• Support project handover and closeout activities.
• Manage environmental risks and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Skills

PTS card

CSCS card

Rail project experience

Network Rail standards

Subcontractor management

Programmes planning

Job description

VGC is recruiting an experienced Site Agent to support a major rail infrastructure project at Bryn Station, Wigan. The role requires delivering site operations safely, on time and to the required quality standards, liaising with TfGM, Network Rail and other stakeholders.

You will manage RAMS, lookahead programmes, subcontractors, and site activities, while ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and project procedures. This is a contract role with a 6-month term on a major rail project.