OTM Driver/Fitter/Operator Anglia based
Cambridge, GB, CB2 9DQ
Make your mark with Colas Rail UK
At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent - and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different.
This is true because...
- We value everyone as part of the same team.
- We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down.
- We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want.
- We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
- We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different.
- We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations.
About Us
Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure.
At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail.
Leading by our values
Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions.
We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.
We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent.
We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour.
Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role.
Purpose of the Role
To drive, operate, repair and maintain "on track" machines in a safe manner, in accordance with the Competency Based Standards for Operator Driver Fitter Maintainers, and in accordance with the Colas Railway Safety Case
Personal Specification
- Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook
- Good Communication Skills
- Flexible, honest, and punctual
- Pass medical tests
- Maintain a positive attitude and sense of professional pride
- Able to perform weekend & Bank Holiday and shift duties
- Mechanically minded with NVQ level 3
- Team worker
- In possession of a clean road vehicle driving license
- Willing to continue learning and be trained
- N.B. - Due to the nature of this job, Operator Driver Maintainers may sometimes have to work on their own
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for booking on and off duty at the time and place directed by rosters, weekly orders.
- Report fit for duty (physically, emotionally and mentally);
- Wear personal protective clothing (P.P.C.) as supplied;
- Maintain clear and open communications, verbal and written, with Rugby Control Room (Help Desk);
- Work to a safe and competent standard;
- Carry out emergency procedures as and when required;
- Undertake any other duties as directed by the Team Leader, Operations Managers or Control Room Staff;
- Liaise with Control Room / Operations Managers to gather information relevant to worksites, when required.
- Liaise with Control Room / Operations Managers in the event of vehicle breakdown or accident, when required.
- Liaise with Control Room / Operations Managers regarding for cause drug screening requests, when required.
- Ensure that written communication is performed and all necessary paperwork and administrative duties are fulfilled.
- Complete and send all necessary and correct paperwork to Rail Services
- Ensure machine is maintained to the required standard and kept in a clean and tidy condition
- When carrying out HGD, ensure all reports are completed at the end of each shift and passed onto the Control Desk and at the end of each week all hard copies are sent into Rugby (to include DWR, ALC files, if an incident takes place; all required information and photo's).
- When required, liaise with maintenance department with regard to machine servicing, repairs, faults and spares.
- When required, ensure detailed reports are submitted from machine crew to the maintenance department regarding faults arising from shift.
- When carrying out HGD, act as a liaison with on-site customers.
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
- 26 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
- Occupational Health Service
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 whete everyone feels 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.
We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.
Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.
