Website Colas Rail
Colas Rail is a leading provider of Plant & Freight Services
Purpose of Role
To provide effective maintenance support for Colas Rail Freight vehicles whilst developing a broad range of engineering skills and competencies.
Person Specification
NVQ level 3 in relevant engineering discipline
Full UK Driving Licence
Key Responsibilities
Undertake scheduled maintenance activities in the major depot.
Undertake both electrical and mechanical repairs on both locomotives and rolling stock.
Perform assessment and test procedures to ensure rail freight assets and or components are performing to required levels.
Maintain the necessary knowledge to operate safely and effectively in a railway environment.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of industry standards, practices, and governance.
Work as directed by the relevant Team Leader and Production Manager.
Work within the boundaries of all relevant company policies, specifically, any Method of Work and Risk Assessments associated with the task at hand.
Possess and maintain a comprehensive understanding of maintenance documentation and ensure any completed documentation is both explicit and legible.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness at work sites operating environments and any necessary site maintenance / improvements when directed.
Carry out unsupervised maintenance activities.
As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.
Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.
What We Offer
• Competitive Salary
• 34 days Annual Leave
• Industry leading Life Assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Long Service Award
• Season Ticket Loan
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard, valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail.
We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process.
As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.
On joining Colas Rail you’ll have access to our growing Employee Network Groups including Railbow (representing the LGBTQ+ community), BeyonDisability (representing those with disabilities) and Cross Culture (representing people from ethnic backgrounds). Everyone is welcome to join our network groups whether you are part of the community or an ally.
Work life balance is important to us; flexible working options are available where feasible and dependant on the role. Please discuss this during the interview process.
Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.