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<p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong>Make your mark with Colas Rail UK </strong></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">This is true because...</p><ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We value everyone as part of the same team.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down. </li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want. </li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion. </li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different. </li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations. </li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong>About Us </strong></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong>Leading by our Values</strong></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Our values, <strong>Respect, Commitment, Pioneering and Sharing</strong><strong><span style="font-family:'Calibri Light', sans-serif"> </span></strong>are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong>We Respect</strong> our employees, celebrate diversity and foster a culture of safety, care and respect for everyone we interact with. We care about our employee’s wellbeing and create an environment of inclusivity and support.</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong>We Commit</strong> by showing up wholeheartedly. When we commit together, we invest in everyone’s success. We invest in our customers, our teams and our colleagues, and we lead with safety, integrity, passion, purpose, ethics and transparency.</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong>We Share</strong> as we all hold knowledge that could and should be shared, enabling us to grow and making us a strong collective. We have a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong>We Pioneer</strong> to push boundaries, imagine what does not yet exist and dare to do what others do not. We innovate with ambition, and we find solutions.</p><p><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role.</span></p><br><div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Purpose of the Role</H2> </div><div><p> </p><p> To prepare the machine, assess the work requirement and to ensure the plan is achieved to meet the required specification whilst maintaining all health, safety and environmental safeguards, working to the VMI and operational manual.</p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Person Specification</H2> </div><div><p> </p><p>•    Recognised formal apprenticeship in Mechanical / Electrical engineering<br />•    To have achieved the core competencies of Foundation Course, ,  Machine Setup and Pack away for  Operation Grinding  Railgrinding maintainer for Operations/Maintenance competence matrix.<br />•    Driving Licence<br />•    PTS<br />•    Fire Training <br />•    Emergency First Aid<br />•    Depot /Yard Inductions<br />•    Basic Laser Safety<br />•    COSS</p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Key Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><p> </p><ul><li>Operating or maintaining the machine safely and effectively, as instructed by the Grinding or Maintenance Supervisor.</li><li>2nd man / fire watch duties on grinding operation </li><li>Reporting any machine defects to Grinding or Maintenance Supervisor, where appropriate.</li><li>Collating the data output from the machine where applicable.</li><li>To work safely and effectively to Colas Rail Services Operations procedures.</li><li>Assist as required</li><li>Assist in maintaining quality systems, machine safety packs and stabling database by continually monitoring, reviewing and making recommendations for updating as required</li><li>Undertake any other duties if assessed as competent to do so</li><li>Carry out COSS duties as and when required</li><li>Daily maintenance duties to include Chipping and Blowing  </li><li>Able to complete daily Work Return Forms </li><li>As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.  </li><li>Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.</li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>What We Offer</H2> </div><div><p> </p><p>•    Competitive Salary <br />•    34 days Annual Leave <br />•    Industry leading Life Assurance <br />•    Healthcare Cash Plan <br />•    Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme <br />•    Pension Scheme <br />•    Eye Care Vouchers <br />•    Long Service Award <br />•    Season Ticket Loan </p></div></div></div><br><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard, valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background-color:white">As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements. </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">On joining Colas Rail you’ll have access to our growing Employee Network Groups including Railbow (representing the LGBTQ+ community), BeyonDisability (representing those with disabilities) and Cross Culture (representing people from ethnic backgrounds). Everyone is welcome to join our network groups whether you are part of the community or an ally.</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Work life balance is important to us; flexible working options are available where feasible and dependant on the role. Please discuss this during the interview process.</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives. </p>

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