Railway Operative

McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in civil engineering and construction. We offer design and construction services across a range of disciplines including port and harbour developments, river and coastal engineering, road and rail infrastructure, environmental improvements, public realm and landscaping works, bridges, restoration, energy, and renewables.

We have developed a reputation for delivering safe, innovative and quality sustainable marine, coastal and transport infrastructure projects.

We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Railway Operative to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects.

• Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
• Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
• Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits. (Check out our full list of benefits here:  )

As a Railway Operative you will have the responsibility for assisting with the successful delivery of our railway projects at various locations throughout the NI. Day to day duties and responsibilities will typically include but not be limited to:

• Carry out general railway, civils and infrastructure works safely and efficiently within a live operational railway environment.
• Undertake safety-critical duties in accordance with the individual’s current competence, authority and applicable Translink/NIR requirements.
• Ensure a consistently high standard of work and time keeping
• Support site management, supervisors and work teams in delivering planned works safely, to programme and to the required quality standard.
• Comply fully with company procedures, railway rules, health and safety requirements, environmental controls and quality standards.
• Attend site briefings, planning meetings and safety discussions, and communicate hazards, changes to work activities and safety concerns promptly.
• Assist with the protection of staff, plant, materials and the railway infrastructure during works.
• Maintain accurate records relevant to safety-critical duties, shift activities, inspections and work undertaken.
• Work collaboratively with direct operatives, subcontractors, site management and client representatives.
• Be willing to work a range of shift patterns to meet project requirements, including days, nights, weekends and emergency/on-call works where required.
• Maintain personal competencies and actively participate in any required safety-critical, technical or refresher training
• Work within and live operational railway environment

Projects can typically include civil engineering works and infrastructure projects such as:
Railway infrastructure, underbridges, over bridges & footbridges, culverts, earthworks & embankments and rail platforms.

• Current NIR Personal Track Safety (PTS) competency.
• Current Track Safety Coordinator (TSC) competency.
• Experience of working safely within a live railway environment.
• Strong understanding of railway safety requirements and safe systems of work.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a site-based delivery team.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and commitment to safety.
• Full UK…