Signalling Testing Manager
- Transportation
- N/A
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Requirements:
- A proven leader in the field of management of operational railway signalling, with comprehensive experience in Railway Signalling Testing/Commissioning of any size and complexity of Projects.
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and staff management skills.
- Able to develop the testing requirements for a project from inception through the GRIP / PACE stages to a successful commissioning.
- Able to evaluate conflicting requirements between and within projects and identify the optimum strategy to achieve all the projects’ objectives.
- Hold a Tester In Charge or Engineering Manager (Testing) IRSE Licence.
- Hold Major Works Tester in Charge competency (Certificate of Competency).
- Thorough and detailed knowledge of Network Rail Testing Handbook 30014.
- Good knowledge of Railway Group NWR company standards requirements.
- Great personnel management and communication skills.
- Able to work under pressure during intense periods of commissioning and support mentored staff.
- Hold a current UK Driving Licence.
- Willing to work flexibly and efficiently in support of the project.
- Able to contribute to the management team to provide the development and future direction for the testing group.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the management of testing for major framework projects, as well as other major or complex projects as required.
- Lead and co-ordinate the activities carried out by Testers in Charge on these and other projects.
- Take overall responsibility for the testing and commissioning of new and altered signalling systems.
- Represent AtkinsRéalis at Client meetings.
- Undertake Work Package Management responsibilities on Projects.
- Identify resource requirements for your projects and competent staff are utilised, ensuring they are briefed regarding their work and responsibilities and that any necessary documentation is completed.
- Encourage and promote the advancement of staff as a route to self-development.
- Cascade management briefings as required.
- Upward briefing of project testing status to Practice Director and Project team as required.
- Ensure Audits and surveillances are undertaken in accordance with the Project Quality or Engineering plan.
- Ensure adherence to the AtkinsRéalis standards, procedures, processes covering all engineering, safety, administrative and project requirements.
- Co-operate with quality, safety, and environmental objectives and contribute where appropriate to AtkinsRéalis commitment for continual improvement.
- Manage testing and commissioning of signalling equipment to meet contract specifications, performance, and safety parameters.
- Manage effective utilisation and allocation of project-based testing resources both internal and subcontracted.
- Prepare and check bids for accuracy and price for the testing portion of signalling projects.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures, and innovations and initiatives.
- Deputise for the Practice Director as required.
- Ensure rostering and budgets are optimised and delivered as set by the Practice Director.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?
Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.
Meeting your needs:
To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs. You'll enjoy benefits such as partner discounts, leadership training, professional, accreditations, and career planning for any stage of your career. Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk through any adjustments you might need.
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More about us:
AtkinsRéalis, is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge, and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.
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Training:
AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.
Additional Information:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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