1 Team Leader (Signalling) roles in Crewe

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Job No. BBUK11574

Team Leader (Signalling) - Crewe

Rail

Operational Specialists

Crewe
Permanent

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Team Leader (Signalling) to join our Rail team in Crewe working as part of the Central Rail Systems Alliance (CRSA). 


Our CRSA offers the unique opportunity to work with partner organisations across the rail industry. CRSA has been created to make a positive impact on the UK track renewals industry by drawing on the strengths of all alliance partners and collaborative working.


Bringing together knowledge and experience in critical rail infrastructure and track renewals, the alliance deploys innovative working methods to realise efficiencies and create a more reliable railway infrastructure.


Role purpose: To undertake signalling installation work as directed and to provide direction and leadership to Signalling Installers and Assistant Signalling Installers as required. 

What you'll be doing

The successful candidate will: 



  • Undertake installation work as directed and to project programme;

  • Ensure correct tools, plant and equipment are provided for the task;

  • Comply with and promote health, quality, safety and environmental instructions;

  • Effectively communicate task requirements to team;

  • Motivate staff in the team and any sub-contractors working alongside;

  • Timely completion of tasks;

  • Undertake COSS duties as required;

  • Attend team, technical and safety briefs and undertake site visits;

  • Maintain IRSE logbook.

Who we're looking for


The successful candidate will have the following skills/qualities: 



  • Knowledge of railway signalling systems and sub-systems;

  • Knowledge of appropriate industry standards relating to installation work;

  • Numerate and literate with basic computer operating skills with knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word;

  • Ability to drive;

  • Good communication skills;

  • SMTH competence;

  • Valid PTS with AC/DC;

  • Emergency first aid;

  • COSHH appreciation. 



The following skills/qualities would be desirable: 



  • Knowledge of Hazpak documents;

  • Basic planning experience;

  • Manual handling assessor;

  • Basic Signalling Technology (BST);

  • An NVQ at Level 3 in the relevant discipline. 



Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset, and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.


Some of our key benefits are:



  • An attractive/negotiated salary;

  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;

  • Pension savings scheme;

  • Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;

  • A whole host of other BB staff employee benefits (discounts, exclusive offers etc.);

  • Refer and Earn scheme;

  • Discretionary annual salary reviews.

About us

Balfour Beatty is a leading  Rail  infrastructure provider. We work at the heart of the UK’s railway network – designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railway that connect communities and underpin growth. 


Our expertise covers design and manufacturing, civils, track, reactive maintenance, electrification, signalling, power systems and rail plant.


We have a strong orderbook with and a positive pipeline of opportunities, and we put our customers, rail users, and our people at the heart of everything we do.


Diversity and inclusion


At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I 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/

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