Metro and Rail Projects (MRP) have extensive experience of working on high profile projects for most of the UK’s light rail and tram operators and on the UK heavy rail network. We are recognised as a market leader for the provision of renewal and minor enhancements services to the light rail sector and as a supplier of choice to the wider rail market.
When laying track, its vitally important to ensure each section is meticulously welded together to strict parameters, depending on line speed, to create a strong and continuous section of track. Aluminothermic welding involves the use of a molten metal alloy that reacts exothermically with rail to produce an extremely high temperature joint. This process is used for increasing rail lengths, and can also remove defects in rails (in certain instances). Our specialists provide aluminothermic welding to all types of rail sections and steel grades across all markets, and also help clients in planning and delivery, as well as quality assurance.
We have a great opportunity for a Welding Supervisor to join for the Metros and Rail Welding division working at Tonbridge covering SRE/South.
You will be responsible for:
- Assist with direction of all aspects of Weld Production in line with Network Rail, Group and Company standards.
- Maintain a program of regular on site checks on welding staff to include correct PPE, compliance of HSQE rules and regulations, Compliance with appropriate welding standards and other on site activities.
- Maintain an accurate inventory of all welding stores facilitating timely reordering of consumables.
- Maintain a plan of welding plant checks, calibration checks and van checks.
- Under the direction of the Operations Manager; liaise with the members of the project team to determine methods of work and to establish the extent of the works. To determine labour, plant, materials and haulage required and produce construction budgets/pricing schedules for review with the Operations & Business Manager.
- Lead in organising the requests for staff, materials, plant, calibration, assist with Link Up compliance and ensuring that all the supporting departments are consulted within the required timescales and using the correct IT equipment and forms.
- Assist in the production Task Briefing sheets, WPP’s & Method Statements as and when required on a site - project basis, under instruction from Operations Manager.
- Ensure that all proposed changes are managed in accordance with VolkerRail Group Procedures and Instructions, including production of Client Handback Files.
- Act as a conduit for the welders reporting information back to the office and Operations Manager.
- Provide written and verbal reports to the Operations Manager or Business Manager and any other Senior Manager on request in line with the VolkerRail Group procedures.
- Maintain effective communications between the Client, welding teams and VolkerRail Group at all times ensuring that standards and procedures are adhered to and taking the appropriate action when they are not.
- Undertake On Call Duties in connection with the company or Project requirements.
- Assist in the organisation and maintain an up to date program of track and welding assessments.
- Undertake reasonable duties as directed by the Welding Business Manager.
- Take reasonable care for the health & safety of yourself and of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions whilst at work.
- Cooperate with VolkerRail in all matters pertaining to Health & Safety to enable the company to carry out its legal duties and requirements.
- Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of all persons under your control.
About you
- Experience in Track Construction/Renewals
- Manual Handling/Fire safety/Small tools/Hand Trolley op
- PTS, Track welding TW3/RT3, Weld Inspection, LPT/MPT Testing
- Full UK Driving licence (LGV)
- GRASP/WQTS
If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerRail is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerRail are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
- Employee Assistance programme
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk
Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to careers@volkerwessels.co.uk
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
