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Upstone Materials OTM Driver/Fitter/Operator - Central & WCML South in Rugby, United States
OTM Driver/Fitter/Operator - Central & WCML South
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Date:11 Jun 2024
Location: Rugby, GB, CV21 1BE
Company: Colas
At Colas Rail, we have over one hundred years of experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of train run on tracks built or maintained by Colas Rail. We deliver on the challenges set by a rapidly changing railway environment - constantly seeking to adapt our behaviour and culture to not only meet and exceed the expectations of our customers and stakeholders, but to also continuously develop and support our people.
Purpose of the Role
This role would suit candidates with an engineering background, be it electrical, mechanical, hydraulic or all, looking to further their career in the Rail industry. All Rail specific training will be provided for the successful candidate. Job use van and fuel card will also be provided by Colas Rail UK. Applicants will have to have a keen eye for detail, the ability to work alone or as part of a team and a can do attitude when faced with solving problems. Lodging away from home will be required. You will benefit from an excellent package of Employee Benefits. Join Colas Rail UK, a company that Cares.
Key Responsibilities
To Fit, Operate and Maintain on track machines (OTM) in a safe manner, in accordance with the Competency Based Standards for Fitters, Operators and Maintainers, and in accordance with the Colas Rail Railway Safety Case. Full Training for all aspects of the role will be given to the successful candidate.
Weekend, Christmas & Night work will all be included in the shift pattern. Some working away from home will be required (company will facilitate).
Job depending on passing relevant Railway Standard Medicals, full Job Description will be given at interview.
Principal Accountabilities
Responsible for booking on and off duty at the time and place directed by duty manager or senior production manager
Wear personal protective clothing P.P.C. as supplied
Maintain clear and open communications, verbal and written, with Rail Plant Control Room- Help Desk
Work to a safe and competent standard
Responsible for absorbing and retaining knowledge trained on
Carry out emergency procedures as and when required
OTM Operating
Full Training will be given on the operation of the OTMs
Responsible to, and if possible, repair service faults and failures
Report all service faults and failures immediately both in writing and verbally to the Rail Plant Control Desk- Help Desk
Operate on track machines in accordance with Railway Standards
Carry out all aspects of maintenance and safety checks and assist specialist Fitter staff when fixing a machine breakdown or problem
Fitting
Assist Specialist Fitter staff carry out all aspects of maintenance
Responsible for the immediate verbal reporting of machine faults and failures to Rugby Rail Plant Control Desk
To complete all maintaining duties that are under the Maintenance fitter Assessment Scheme
Person Specification
Good knowledge of computer and phone skills, Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook Knowledge
Flexible, honest, and punctual
Certified in Vehicle, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Good Communication Skills
In possession of a Clean Full and Valid road vehicle driving license to be able to drive company vehicles
Willing to continue learning and be trained
Maintain a positive attitude and sense of professional pride
Able to perform weekend and night shift duties
Mechanically minded
Team worker
Good knowledge of computer/phone skills
What we Offer
At Colas Rail we know how important job satisfaction is for everyone to support with life at home, your health and financial well-being, that's why in return we offer:
Competitive Salary
Job Use Van
Business fuel card* (for business fuel purchases only)
Industry leading Life Assurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
Pension Scheme
Eye Care Vouchers
Long Service Award
Season Ticket Loan
Occupational Health Service
Colas Rail in the United Kingdom hold three core values: Care, Share and Dare. We take care of our employees, always ensuring safety is a top priority and we nurture our collective wellbeing. We share a passion for what we do, celebrate our achievements and value high standards like nowhere else. We dare to take on new challenges; we are one of the international leaders in our industry. We continually innovate and expand in new markets.
We value and encourage diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability, age, religion, or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. We will create a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We are committed to the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.