Senior Project Engineer

1. Implement Network Rail systems and procedures to deliver a cost effective, high quality and safe approach to design, construction, commissioning and other technical activities on relevant projects. Review all relevant legislation and liaise with relevant governmental departments.

2. Monitor the competence of all Project Engineers working on projects within the functional discipline and provide functional guidance, direction and briefing.

3. Apply engineering controls and procedures to all projects so all design and construction contracts include reference to appropriate Railway Group and Network Rail Company standards applicable to their discipline.

4. Apply relevant techniques and procedures of quantified and qualitative risk assessment and HAZOP analysis to all projects and check whether the environmental aspects of all projects are managed in accordance with Network Rail Environmental Policy.

5. Monitor all projects for compliance with Railway Group and Network Rail Company standards and Network Rail project control procedures.

6. Advise project and programme management in respect of all construction activities, testing and commissioning, and site supervision. Monitor whether the design and construction elements meet the requirements of legislation, including construction design management (CDM) regulations.

7. Monitor the competency of contractors’ design, construction and specialist personnel.

8. Undertake reviews of design and construction activities. Arrange audits of contractors to monitor whether safety and quality of design, construction testing and commissioning and management systems are adequate.

9. Undertake the duties of nominated design and construction / design construction engineer.

10. Carry out the duties of designated project engineer (DPE).

11. Undertake accident investigations when remitted to by the relevant designated competent person.

The ideal candidate would have a good understanding and experience of working in maintenance and Signalling engineering background., · Significant experience in engineering disciplines, ideally with involvement in construction and design projects across multi discipline areas

· Technical qualifications to at least HNC level or equivalent

· Membership of a relevant professional institution

· Experience of contracting

· Knowledge of structuring safety cases in support of projects

· Knowledge of safety management and quality assurance

· Understanding of the arrangements required for the independent assessment of works

· Accident investigation experience

Desirable

· Six Sigma Yellow Belt

· Chartered status or equivalent in the particular discipline

· Appreciation of environmental issues in engineering works

We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here.

Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance., We are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Engineer for Kent Maintenance. As part of Maintenance Service Delivery team (MSD), you will support the Kent Maintenance organisation in developing and delivering projects that protect our people in creating a safer working environment for our frontline track workers, including making it easier to plan work into possessions and line blockages and access the railway.

Salary: (£55,596 - £62,546) plus Inner London Allowance £3,270, salary dependent on skills and experience of successful candidate.