STE04 Structures Examiner

Fusion People Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van and fuel card

On-track work ready

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd is seeking a Structures Examiner (STE04) for a national rail consultancy. The role involves conducting structural bridge examinations, collecting site data, and preparing detailed reports. A PTS card is essential, with degree or HNC preferred, and you must be able to work on track with a driving licence.

The position allows remote + site work across Kent/Sussex. Salary range £44,000–£45,000 with opportunities for career progression and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• STE04 competency for structures examinations.
• Experience in rail industry.
• PTS certification essential.
• Ability to work on track & full driving licence.
• Educated to degree or HNC level; strong IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural examinations of bridges across the rail network.
• Collect site data and carry out Hidden Critical Element assessments.
• Prepare detailed examination reports and support decision-making on safety objectives.
• Assist on-track duties and participate in Asset Management activities.

Skills

On-call duties

Bridge examination

Rail industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

HNC level qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

STE04 Structures Examiner

Rail Client

Location - Kent & Sussex

Salary - £44,000 - £45,000

Remote + Site working

A Structures Examiner with full STE04 capability is required to join a national rail consultancy. The successful candidate will have experience working in the rail industry, along with strong knowledge of railway practice. You will undertake structural examinations of bridges to identify actual and potential defects across the rail network, supporting informed decision-making regarding quality and safety objectives. The role will also involve collecting site data and carrying out Hidden Critical Element assessments.

With previous experience as a Structures Examiner, you will have solid technical knowledge of bridge, rail, and road maintenance works, as well as the ability to undertake on‑call duties when required. You will be able to demonstrate compliance with the STE04 competency for structures examinations and will be experienced in preparing detailed examination reports. Ideally, candidates will be educated to degree or HNC level and possess strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office. PTS certification is essential, and you must be fit and able to work on track. A van and fuel card will be provided, and a valid driving licence is required. The successful candidate will be located within Kent or Sussex or willing to relocate to those areas.

The client is an engineering consultancy with offices nationwide. Their portfolio spans several sectors, including Rail, Highways, Ports and Harbours, MOD, and Utilities, and they hold an exceptional reputation with both clients and project partners. You will work on one of the client's largest rail programmes, focused on Asset Management for the Network Rail Structures portfolio. The organisation offers ongoing training and development and has a strong track record of career progression.

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