Asset Engineer (R&E) [Telecoms]

Asset Engineer (R&E) [Telecoms]

Location

Bristol, GB

Department Name

Wales & Western Region…DM.About Network Rail

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Brief Description

Determine renewal requirements and develop allocated [Telecoms] engineering renewal and enhancement requirements. Produce specifications and acceptance criteria for [Telecoms] engineering works to achieve the required scope and quality in accordance with company engineering policies. Support the SAE (R&E) [Telecoms] in a project engineering capacity, e.g., to include but not limited to the day-to-day interface with project delivery partners, review of Telecoms asset impacting proposals and designs, responding to technical queries, attending IDC/IDRs etc.. In addition, a working knowledge and experience of NR Managed Station SISS solutions, design principles and standard practice, noting SISS renewal at all three Wales and Western Region Managed Stations will be progressed in CP7. 

About the role (External)

Your Main Responsibilities will be to:

1. Inspect and prioritise renewal proposals for inclusion in the [Telecoms] engineering workbank. Provide support to the production and prioritisation of the national business plan.

2. Develop allocated renewal and enhancement schemes to meet Network Rail’s goals prior to handover to delivery. Following handover, support the development and implementation of projects to confirm the renewal requirements are sufficient, correctly interpreted and any changes agreed. Check that completed schemes are appropriately assessed to determine they meet the project remit.

3. Specify acceptance criteria for [Telecoms] engineering works including design approval, acceptance of equipment and hand back to maintenance as appropriate. Audit acceptance processes are being discharged appropriately.

4. Work with members of the other asset management teams to review renewal and enhancement proposals to optimise engineering activity across the railway infrastructure system and identify critical technical problems.

5. Identify issues of national significance and elevate to the national team.

6. Check that accurate and comprehensive records relating to the existence, configuration and modification history of [Telecoms] engineering assets are maintained and that they accurately reflect their current ‘as built‘ status.

7. Participate in investigations of incidents relating to renewals where required.

8. Carry out Engineering verification activities in support of the national programme.

9. Carry out asset condition inspections that will inform the [Telecoms] asset condition database and the renewals work bank.

You will ideally have

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject
• Working towards membership of a relevant professional institution
• Significant [Telecoms] engineering experience, particularly related to renewals and enhancements
• Holds relevant professional licences and technical qualifications, or capable of achieving within reasonable timescales
• Knowledge of policy and standards relating to [Telecoms] engineering
• Holds valid UK driving licence, or eligible and willing to obtain

What could set you apart

• Degree in a relevant subject
• Incorporated or Chartered Engineer
• An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques
• Knowledge of investment processes and procedures, including relevant computer systems
• Knowledge of project management techniques

Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide.

How to apply (External)

Salary: £43,588 to 49,037 per annum.

Closing date: 15th July 2024.

Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted.

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Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We’re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we’re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can.

We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion@networkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (sharepoint.com). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner.

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