Permanent Way Engineer
Chelmsford, GB, CM2 5AE
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
Do you value safety and job security?
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to expand your Pway experience?
Are you looking for a company that knows how to look after and reward their staff?
Do you want a company that not only offers an interesting career but a challenging one too?
If you answered yes to all, then look no further. We have the career for you!
We are expanding and with more work comes more opportunities.....
Person Specification
- Minimum of 2 years P-Way Engineering (Tech) experience
- Dozing using 2D lasers and 3D UTS
- Tamping
- Stressing all levels preferable
- Knowledge of Track Renewals / Rail Projects.
- A full UK driving licence
- Flexibility with working shift patterns.
Key Responsibilities
As a P-Way Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on the South Rail Systems Alliance work bank, maintaining and transforming vital UK Infrastructure across Anglia. Based out of our new Chelmsford office, your work will help deliver S&C, Plain Line, Re-rail, and Level Crossing projects!
You will be a key player, in ensuring our works are completed on time, safely, to standard and budget. You will be empowered to provide technical expertise on the planning and execution of works.
In your role, you will work within a team of Pway Engineers and Delivery Team dealing with all technical matters on our multi-disciplinary sites, monitoring and ensuring technical compliance. Assist our Construction Managers on production and planning of documents namely, Work Package Plans and Task Briefs.
In joining Colas Rail, you will be joining a Company that values your expertise and offers opportunities to broaden them.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- 34 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
- Company funded 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
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 where 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.
