Team Leader [Signalling Maintenance]

ENGINEERINGUK; Watford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in railway operations is seeking a dedicated leader for their Watford signalling department. This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of railway safety and efficiency, ensuring that train movements are managed effectively. You will lead a skilled team, embrace innovative technology, and play a pivotal role in maintaining high standards of safety and performance. This opportunity combines teamwork, technical expertise, and a commitment to public service, making it a rewarding career choice for those passionate about making a difference in the transportation sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in safely delivering work and leading teams effectively.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Direct and motivate a high-performing team in railway operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control.

Skills

Organising and controlling work delivery

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of maintenance and inspection techniques

Leadership skills

Tools

S&T equipment

POINTS IBCL

SIGNALS

TRACK CIRCUIT

Job description

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Brief Description
Working in the Watford signalling department offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of railway operations. The team plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of train movements, which is vital for keeping passengers on schedule. Collaboration with skilled colleagues fosters a supportive environment where everyone can learn and grow. Additionally, the department often embraces innovative technology, allowing employees to engage with cutting-edge systems that enhance their professional development. Overall, it's a rewarding experience that combines teamwork, technical expertise, and a commitment to public service.

We'll look to you to direct, organise, and motivate a high performing team. From inspection and faulting through to maintenance and renewal, you'll play a hands-on role. You'll make sure everything is done efficiently and to the highest standards. Safety will be a priority. You'll establish appropriate safety arrangements and make sure Network Rail staff and contractors alike follow safe systems of work. Proactively controlling and checking the quality of work and the competence of your people, you'll see to it that assets are fully compliant, and all vehicles, plant, tools, equipment, and materials are fit for purpose. Along the way, you'll compile a range of vital reports.

About the role (External)

Essential Criteria

1. Experience of organising and controlling the safe and efficient delivery of work.
2. Excellent communication skills, both in person and in writing.
3. Knowledge of discipline-specific maintenance, inspection, faulting, and renewal techniques.
4. Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures, and instructions.
5. A clear and inspirational leader with a strong sense of direction.

Desirable Criteria

1. Hold IRSE faulting and maintenance licence 1.4.230 or working towards.
2. Have good experience in S&T equipment including, POINTS IBCL, RCPL, HPSS, HW2000, SIGNALS, SL35, LED, BANNER, TPWS, AWS, SSI, TRACK CIRCUIT, HVI, REED, AXLE COUNTER, 843 BARRIERS, TREADLES, FAULT FINDING.
3. Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.

This role involves days, nights, and weekend working, and is a safety critical role so subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment.