Track CRE: Engineering Assurance Lead for Rail Projects

Arriva TrainCare; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Arriva Workplace Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Travel Pass

Job summary

RTS Infrastructure, part of Arriva Group, is seeking a Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) - Track based at Holbeck Depot, Leeds. The role offers technical leadership, construction assurance and governance across rail projects, reporting to the Senior Construction Manager.

You will review plans, guide site teams, manage engineering interfaces and support project readiness, testing and handback while promoting safety and compliance across the works.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Experience delivering track engineering works in a rail infrastructure environment.
• Qualified for Track CRE-C where applicable.
• PTS certification and CSCS card where required.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Act as the nominated Track CRE for allocated projects and work packages.
• Provide engineering assurance throughout construction of track infrastructure works.
• Ensure access to drawings, specs, standards and technical information before works.
• Offer technical guidance to site teams during project delivery.
• Identify and escalate engineering risks and interfaces.
• Coordinate activities with other rail disciplines and stakeholders.
• Review construction methodologies and delivery plans for compliance.
• Support design reviews, constructability assessments and handover.
• Attend site during key activities to provide engineering leadership.

Skills

Track CRE

Engineering assurance

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Safety compliance

Education

Civil Engineering degree

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

RTS Infrastructure, part of Arriva Group, is seeking a Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) - Track based at Holbeck Depot, Leeds. The role offers technical leadership, construction assurance and governance across rail projects, reporting to the Senior Construction Manager.

You will review plans, guide site teams, manage engineering interfaces and support project readiness, testing and handback while promoting safety and compliance across the works.