Installation Supervisor- Telecoms

Signalling & Telecoms (S&T) provide cost-effective engineering solutions for railway signalling projects throughout the UK.

As a team we manage the full project life cycle and complete all aspects of design, project engineering, installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance support, across all signalling technologies, equipment and systems.

We also provide design, supply, install and test services for operational and lineside telecommunication renewals, either as a single discipline provider, or as part of multidisciplinary project, to ensure end-to-end connectivity. We also offer these capabilities for station information and security systems.

We are currently working on a number of contracts some examples of which include the S&T Framework for NW&C, SP&C Framework in Scotland, Trans Pennine Route upgrade (TRue) and Train Control System Framework (TCSF) for provision of ETCS.

An opportunity has arisen for a Telecoms Installation Supervisor to join our expanding Telecoms engineering team. The role will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to work on a long term high profile programme based in Yorkshire.

Volker Rail head office is in Doncaster, however there’s also opportunity to work across our offices at York/ Birmingham with some site and remote working.

Successful candidate will provide the engineering support to drive the development and delivery of major multidiscipline schemes through the GRIP stages.

As Telecoms Installation Supervisor you will be responsible for site based engineering works ensuring where required, interfaces are coordinated between the different railway disciplines within the project and internally within Volkerrail to ensure design and delivery is achieved to program and budget.

As a key member of the construction team, you will ensure engineering excellence is achieved throughout the life cycle of the project, from precontract tender input through design and implementation phases through to handover to the client. You will also assist in managing resources and team effectively to deliver against agreed plans and budgets.

• You will be self‑motivated with a pro‑active approach and have experience of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Problem solving, communication and good interpersonal skills are a key requirement for this role. The candidate will also ideally have the following experience/skill set:

  • Technical knowledge of Telecoms Railway Systems (Ops/ SISS)
  • Experience of supervisory/ lead site roles in a telecoms/ multi‑disciplinary rail project environment.
  • Production of site documentation, including risk assessments, methodologies, permits and disconnections.
  • Undertake Safety and Quality inspections and audits of internal and subcontractors
  • Experience at team working/collaborating.
  • Confident and effective communication skills, both in writing and in internal and external correspondence.
  • Competent user of Microsoft packages and other engineering software.
  • PTS/ COSS
  • Full UK Driving Licence

• Flexibility is also essential for this role as there will be weekend working and travel.

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.

Volker Rail is under the umbrella of Volker Wessels 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.

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
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards and discounts
• Training and development opportunities comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, Volker Wessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. You can read more about our FIR Strategy as well as our partners here Fairness, Inclusion and Respect | Volker Wessels UK

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