Earthworks Examiner - Motherwell, United Kingdom - Amey

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Motherwell, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a
Permanent Earthworks Examiner to join our
CEFA -
Rail Account in
Scotland - Aberdeen, Inverness, Edinburgh and Ayrshire.

Any other locations across mainland Scotland are also welcomed.


You will be required to undertake cyclical earthwork examinations (soil / rock / tunnel portal) on the railway infrastructure across Scotland.

A walkover of the slope will be initiated to produce a report, to assess the potential for slope failure and identify any defects.


Earthworks Examiner plays an important part in performing all work within the CEFA contract, maximising efficiency, effectiveness, and new technology to ensure compliance with all relevant standards. All duties must be delivered safely and in accordance with the requirements of the client.


The standard hours of work are 37.5 per week.


You will be responsible for:


  • Make preparations for undertaking earthworks examinations in line with Network Rail standards.
  • Carry out earthworks examinations in line with Network Rail standards.
  • Prepare, compile, sign and submit a report for each earthworks examination to the Earthworks Examining Engineer or Earthworks Manager, using handheld technology.
  • Immediately notify the Earthworks Examining Engineer and/or the Earthworks Manager of defects which give rise to a concern about safety.
  • Submitting to the Earthworks Manager via the Earthworks Examining Engineer
  • Urgent Defect Report where defects which give rise to a concern about safety have been found and/or where urgent action has been taken or is required to maintain safety.
  • Support the planning of the examination workbank to manage risk and compliance in accordance with Network Rail Standards.
  • Undertake oncall duties usually on a 1 in 4 frequency, in support of earthworks assets.
  • Where qualified, carry out site examinations using roped access techniques.
  • Perform special examinations as directed including assistance with monitoring schemes for sensitive structures.
  • Undertake reconnaissance visits.
  • Provide assistance with specialist examinations undertaken by the Examining Engineers team, including unique structures and tunnel examinations.
  • Assist in provision of safety critical site support duties as required (COSS and ES).
  • Cooperate with quality, safety and environmental objectives and contribute, where appropriate, to continual improvement initiatives.
  • Undertake technical monitoring examinations, coastal defence examinations and Line of Route structures examinations.

What makes this role unique is examining the slopes across Scotland's railway network, looking for potential defects within the slopes to ensure the trains are kept safe, and enjoying the hidden scenery of Scotland.


We want to hear from you if you have:

  • Examination of Earthworks Manual
  • NR/L3/CIV/06
  • Code of Practice for Planning and Delivering Safe Work (PDSW)
  • NR/L2/OHS/133 Issue
  • Competence and Training in Track Safety
  • NR/L2/CTM/02
  • Safety of People Working On or Near the Line
  • NR/L2/OHS/01
  • RAILWAY-TracksideWorking-PR-01 (Previously CON-IUR-HSEQ-440)
  • Railway Rulebook
  • HNC or equivalent in relevant technical discipline
  • Full driving licence
  • Degree qualification in relevant discipline
  • Technician Engineer (ICE)
  • EWE3 competent
  • IWA
  • COSS
  • STE3 competent

Specific Safety Responsibilities:


  • A good knowledge of Health and Safety and environmental issues and knowledge of current legislation
  • Responsible for reporting Close Calls to ensure continuous improvement and the prevention of unnecessary accidents
  • Act in a manner that protects the health, welfare, and safety of yourself and others
  • Carry out site safety inspections
  • Carry out supplier and subcontract audits
  • Deputise for line manager
  • Participate in regular team and safety meetings
  • Observe sentinel scheme rules and Lifesaving rules

What we offer you

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs.

It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program
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Career Development
  • Exceptional development and progression plan

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Pension
  • Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
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Holidays:


  • Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
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Choices:


  • Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
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Save with Amey
  • Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
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Social Value:


  • You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives
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