Senior Engineer (Rail)

Job Introduction

Founded in 1968 Griffiths are one of the leading civil engineering and construction organisations working in Wales, the English border counties, and the West of England. 

We pride ourselves in providing the “personal touch” establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships at all levels within client organisations, throughout the supply chain and with stakeholders. 

We are very proud of our history and what makes us the company we are today. We also have huge ambitions for the future and want to continue our growth and innovation to remain at the leading edge of our industry we offer a range of career development opportunities as a Business Unit of Tarmac PLC. We are looking for people who share this passion, enthusiasm, and collaborative approach to join our team. As part of a global business in CRH, the career opportunities are limitless. 

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Rail Engineer for the Transformation of the Core Valley Lines on behalf of Transport for Wales. We are looking for an experienced railway engineer looking to take the next career step. We are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of backgrounds.  

Role Responsibility

Reporting directly to the Rail Engineering Manager and working with the Core Valley Lines Project Managers for the Packages of work, you will be required to manage the Engineering Delivery of projects to comply with Company and functional procedures and standards. Key responsibilities for this role will include: 

• Maintain technical knowledge and status in line with post 

• Ensure safety by design 

• Deliver high quality, affordable and profitable engineering solutions 

• Ensure discipline design or construction complies with current applicable standards, legislative requirements and specification 

• Participate in interdisciplinary design check meetings 

• Provide support for tender   processes   including   review of pre-tender   information, planning, estimating and quality submissions 

• Compliance  with  the  Construction  (Design)  Management  Regulations  2015  and  the Railways and Other Guided Transport Systems (Safety) Regulations 2006 

• Act as engineering mentor for staff in line with POPs. 

• Identify any proposals for improving environmental sustainably or safety performance in regard to construction methodology 

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following skills: 

• Good communication skills 

• Able to interpret drawings and resolve problems with the design and construction team 

• Work to the Network Rail Standards as applied to the schemes 

Education/Certification Requirements: 

• Civil Engineering, preferably to HNC/HND or Degree Status 

• At least 5 years relevant engineering experience in a construction or project management role, within the railway industry 

• Knowledge of the GRIP Process 

• Excellent leadership, communication and IT skills 

• Relevant CSCS card. 

Why Us

We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: 

• Car allowance or Company Vehicle 

• Contributory pension scheme 

• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. 

• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice 

• Access to join our Employee Communities inc. BAME; LGBTQ+; Working Parents 

• Training and development opportunities 

Interested? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future? 

Tarmac is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Tarmac Trading Limited