Signalling Tester In Charge - Complex Works

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

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Reporting to the Signalling Testing Manager, the work is mainly site based on projects and as such there may be a requirement to lodge away for extended periods of time and to work unsocial hours. You must hold a full UK driving Licence.

• Experience in Railway Signalling Testing & Commissioning of Projects of Simple and Complex size.
• NR Complex Works TIC certification, and Tester In Charge and Functional Tester IRSE Licence.
• Thorough and detailed knowledge of Network Rail Signal Works Testing Handbook.
• Appreciation and awareness of principles and systems testing requirements.
• A1 IRSE assessor for all Testing Categories except Principles and Systems Testing (desirable).
• Substantial Railway Signalling experience especially in management of signalling testing.
• Good knowledge of Railway Group and NR company standards requirements.
• Good personnel management and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure during intense periods of commissioning etc.
• Current Driving Licence.
• Willing to work flexibly and efficiently in support of the project.
• Able to contribute to the management team to provide the development and future direction for the testing group.

• Take overall responsibility for the testing and commissioning of new and altered signalling systems for Complex Works Testing of Signalling projects.
• Undertake testing duties within the scope of Certificate of Competency held.
• Represent AtkinsRéalis at Client meetings.
• Undertake Work Package Management responsibilities on Projects.
• Identify resource requirements for your projects and ensure competent staff are utilised, ensuring they are briefed regarding their work and responsibilities and that any necessary documentation is completed.
• Encourage and promote the advancement of staff as a route to self-development.
• Cascade management briefings as required.
• Deputise for the Testing & Commissioning Engineer.
• Upward briefing of project testing status to T&CE and Project team as required.
• Ensure Audits and surveillances are undertaken in accordance with the Project Quality plan.
• Ensure adherence to the Atkins Rail standards, procedures, processes covering all engineering, safety, administrative and project requirements.
• Co-operate with quality, safety, and environmental objectives and contribute where appropriate for continual improvement.
• Manage testing and commissioning of signalling equipment to meet contract specifications, performance and safety parameters.
• Manage effective utilisation and allocation of project-based testing resources both internal and subcontracted.
• Prepare and check bids for accuracy and price for the testing portion of signalling projects.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures, and innovations and initiatives.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.