Fitter/ Operator Rail Milling

Company:  COLAS RAIL PLANT
Location:  Rugby
Country:  United Kingdom
Type of Contract:  Permanent
Publication Date:  11 Jul 2025

Purpose of the Role

 

 The successful and safe delivery of programmed Rail Milling Operations and Maintenance 

Person Specification

 

  • This role would suit candidates looking to further their career in the rail industry.  
  • An engineering background is essential, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic will be 
    required.  
  • All rail specific training will be provided for the successful candidate. Job use van and fuel card will 
    also be provided by Colas Rail. 
  • 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.

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Operating or maintaining the machine safely and effectively, as instructed by the Milling or
    Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Reporting any machine defects to the Maintenance Supervisor, where appropriate.
  • Collating the data output from the machine where applicable.
  • To work safely and effectively to Colas Rail Services Operations procedures.
  • Assist in maintaining quality systems, machine safety packs and stabling database by
    continually monitoring, reviewing and making recommendations for updating as required
  • Undertake any other duties if assessed as competent to do so

What we Offer

 

•    Competitive Salary 
•    34 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