On Track Machine Driver​/Operator​/Fitter; Southern or Wessex region

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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.

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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.

We are looking for a versatile individual to work on our Tamper Machines and to become dual-skilled in one of the following combined roles:

• Driver/Operator
• Fitter/Operator

To be a Fitter/Operator you need to hold:
Essential

Skills:

Level 3 qualification in a mechanical or engineering background.

To be a Driver/Operator you need to have:
Essential

Skills:

Valid Train Driver psychometric through the OPC (company may provide this as part of the recruitment process)

We have a fleet of tamper machines across the UK split into different regions. We currently have an exciting vacancy within our Southern region; this is a mobile role however we are looking for candidates near:
Basingstoke/Salisbury/Woking/Dorking/Yeovil or Waterloo. The role entails working a combination of days, nights and weekends based around a 5 week fixed roster.

Our tampers maintain and improve track geometry, improving the ride for railway users. Our tampers consolidate the ballast creating a solid foundation for the track to sit on, improving the longevity of the railway infrastructure. Our work ensures the rail network runs safely and effectively.

What will I be doing?

As a Fitter/Operator you will be operating tamping machines and resolving any engineering issues on operational shifts. During maintenance shifts you will be carrying out essential work to ensure the machines are well maintained.

As a Driver/Operator you will be driving and operating tamping machines during the operational…