Signalling Functional Tester - 3BI

Advance TRS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tailored benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Mentoring opportunities

Career progression

Flexible and remote working options

Job summary

Advance TRS in the UK is seeking a skilled Functional Tester to join their Rail Signalling Testing & Commissioning team. This UK-wide, site-based role offers flexible working options on high-profile rail projects in a collaborative environment.

You will perform functional testing of signalling systems, mentor teammates, and ensure compliance with safety standards while travelling to sites as needed. IRSE Licence and CofC are highly valued.

Qualifications

• IRSE Licence (Functional Tester 1.3.170) current or within last 5 years.
• Network Rail Certificate of Competence (CofC) current or within last 5 years.
• 3BI Competence - essential.
• Demonstrable experience in railway signalling functional testing, including interlocking systems.
• Solid knowledge of Network Rail Signal Works Testing Handbook and NWR standards.
• NWR 3B/4 testing competency and/or equipment-specific expertise.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willing to undertake COSS duties and contribute to staff development.

Responsibilities

• Carry out functional testing of signalling systems, including CBI and relay-based interlockings.
• Test 4-foot trackside equipment to ensure compliance and performance.
• Support the Tester in Charge with planning, resource management, and reporting.
• Guide and mentor junior team members to support their technical progression.
• Ensure all testing activities meet industry and safety standards.
• Travel to project sites as required - some overnight stays and unsocial hours may be necessary.

Skills

Rail signalling testing

Interlocking systems

Project planning

Mentoring

Organisational skills

Job description

Functional Tester (Rail Signalling)

UK-wide (site-based, flexible working options available)

Full-time | Permanent

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced Functional Tester to join their growing Signalling Testing & Commissioning team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering some of the UK's most high-profile rail infrastructure projects - in a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment.

What You'll Do:

• Carry out functional testing of signalling systems, including CBI and relay-based interlockings.
• Test 4-foot trackside equipment to ensure compliance and performance.
• Support the Tester in Charge with planning, resource management, and reporting.
• Guide and mentor junior team members to support their technical progression.
• Ensure all testing activities meet industry and safety standards.
• Travel to project sites as required - some overnight stays and unsocial hours may be necessary.

What We're Looking For:

• IRSE Licence (Functional Tester 1.3.170) - current or held within the last 5 years
• Network Rail Certificate of Competence (CofC) - current or held within the last 5 years
• 3BI Competence - essential
• Demonstrable experience in railway signalling functional testing, including interlocking systems
• Solid knowledge of Network Rail Signal Works Testing Handbook and NWR standards
• NWR 3B/4 testing competency and/or equipment-specific expertise
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Willing to undertake COSS duties and contribute to staff development

Why This Role?

• Competitive salary & tailored benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Career progression planning at all stages
• Supportive, inclusive team culture
• Flexible and remote working options

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status