What you'll be doing

The successful candidate will: 

• Carry out assessments and training of the BB Rail business unit mentors, assessors, and trainers in accordance with ORR RSP1 & RSP4;


• Ensure compliance with the Company’s Policies and Procedures on Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental;


• Ensure all competence assessments are conducted to meet prevailing standards;


• Develop and execute robust assessment plans;


• Ensure all staff are trained & assessed to the required standard following Company Policies and Procedures;


• Ensure all administration is maintained to a high level and is kept up to date for auditable purposes;


• Communicate with the Maintenance Department on any issues, which may affect your working plans to ensure the deliverance;


• Adapt to any operational procedures which may alter to benefit the improvement within the business;


• Ensure NCR’s on audits are kept to a minimum and that any recommendations are actioned upon promptly;


• Plan, develop and deliver bespoke training courses;


• Maintain route knowledge and machine competence.

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:

• A thorough knowledge of, and experience in, the industry;


• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a OTM Driver Operator role;


• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation/risk management/COSHH awareness;


• Training and assessing qualifications as per national standards e.g. C21, C&G 7331, D32, D33 & RSA1;


• A thorough knowledge of OTM activities, machine specific its limits including safety operation and output ability;


• Organised, concise reporting/logging ability via various mediums;


• IT literate;


• Being able to problem solve under pressure and be responsible and accountable for all actions issued;


• Current PTS certificate and driving licence;


• Good time management, strong administrative and effective communication skills. 

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty works at the heart of the UK’s rail networks – designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.

From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com