Job title: Senior Functional Tester
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Orpington
Salary: MIN: unspecified MAX: unspecified
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Reference: 266464-RL-000661
Atkins is the largest engineering consultancy in the UK, the largest multi-disciplinary consultancy in Europe, and the seventh largest design firm in the world. It is a FTSE 250 Company with a turnover of approx £1.4bn. It employs approximately 17,000 employees globally, of which 11,000 are UK based.
The Rail Engineering Projects Testing and Commissioning Team is an exciting and growing team, eager to grasp modern systems, processes and concepts, within the regulatory framework that we are required to work.
We are seeking a motivated and organised individual to join us and lead the function testing of projects of all sizes and complexities.
You will need to be able to demonstrate an ability to work under pressure and to use initiative whilst working within a highly regulated environment.
Do you have excellent organisation skills and the ability to communicate with staff at all levels?
Are you able to promote the advancement of staff under your control and train staff as opportunities arise, and act as the Lead Mentor / Mentor for staff as required, including actively promoting their technical progression as railway signalling engineers?
The work is mainly site based on projects and as such there may be a requirement to lodge away for extended periods of time and to work unsocial hours. You must hold a full UK driving Licence.
Requirements
· NWR 3BI testing competency certification and / or industry recognised equipment specific specialist.
· Good working knowledge of Network Rail Signal Works Testing Handbook
· A1 IRSE assessor for all testing categories except TIC, Principles and Systems Testing (Desirable)
· Proven experience in the role of Railway Signalling Functional Tester to interlocking level / or comprehensive equipment experience.
· Varied project experience within the role of Railway signalling Functional Tester.
· Good working knowledge of Railway Group / NWR company standards requirements
· Able to work under pressure e.g. during commissionings
· Current Driving Licence
· Planning and logistics skills
· Willing to work flexibly, efficiently and unsocial hours in support of the group commitments.
· Good people management and communication skills
Responsibilities
· Undertake the functional testing of relay based interlocking and / or carry out testing of trackside equipment
· Liaise and assist the principles tester as required.
· Assist the Tester in Charge in evaluating the testing resource requirements for individual tasks.
· Produce non conceptual design at the request of the Tester in Charge.
· Upward briefing of project testing status to Testing & Commissioning Engineer.
· Ensure adherence to the Atkins rail standards, procedures, processes covering all engineering, safety, administrative and project requirements.
· Co-operated with quality, safety, and environmental objectives and contribute where appropriate, to Atkins rail commitment for continual improvement.
· Undertake the testing and commissioning of signalling equipment to meet contract specifications, performance and safety parameters.
· Assist as directed in the preparation and pricing for the testing portion of signalling project bids.
· Plan team's work on a daily basis monitor and report progress to the TIC as required.
· Raise and close out Test Logs in an efficient manner.
· Promote the advancement of staff under your control and actively train staff as opportunities arise.
· Act as signalling works Lead Mentor / Mentor for staff as required, including actively promoting their technical progression as railway signalling engineers.
· Cooperate with performance appraisals, attend training courses, maintain IRSE logbook to an acceptable standard
· Progress individual knowledge and skills to promote advancement.
Training
Atkins develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. These are reviewed with individuals through an annual appraisal process. We actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.
Atkins has been named as one of the top 50 employers for women for 2013. The listing recognises Atkins as an organisation that is committed to making the most of the women in our workforce.
Rewards and Benefits
Please refer to our website for details of our full benefits package.
Right to Work
The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers from outside the EEA coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the EEA ( who require a Tier 2 (General) visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that there are no other suitable candidates for this vacancy from inside the EEA.
Atkins recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career in engineering, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements. We are passionate about collaborative working. Our people build lasting relationships.
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