Leeds, Birmingham, Luton

This is a field/home-based role based in Yorkshire/North, the Midlands or Hertfordshire. We are looking for one person in any of these regions but being able to travel to all locations listed is essential.

The deadline for applications is 21/02/2025

Job Purpose

The Enabling Works Supervisor will support the Project Manager/Management team as required across the contract to ensure safe and successful delivery.

Reporting directly to the Project Manager the Enabling Works Supervisor will be responsible for the scoping of sites as directed by the Project Manager in accordance with contract and site specification ahead of examination and inspection works. The scoping will establish the safest and most efficient work methodology for each site along with safe access and egress – The Supervisor will be required to capture this detail on the relevant task briefing sheet for sharing with the wider team.

Enabling work activities will include de-vegetation, cladding removal and other obstruction removal including fence removal and access management. The role will include an understanding of environmental factors which may affect the works, and liaising with relevant stakeholders including internal teams, Network Rail, Canals and Rivers Trust, Environment Agency, 3rd party landowners, and local authorities.

Job duties

• Site scoping and task briefing sheet writing
• Liaising with clients, contractors and suppliers to plan and organize safe and efficient operations.
• Execution of on-site sub-contractor audits in line with the relevant H&S plan for the project.
• Responsible for ensuring their workload is managed effectively and that issues are raised as soon as they become apparent to the Project Manager
• Challenge any unsafe acts and escalate where needed
• Production of site-specific documentation, including TBS and RAMs.
• Ensuring that everyone is working safely at all times.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including CRT, Traffic Management Contractors and 3rd party landowners to arrange access.
• Responsible for ensuring that the work is carried out in accordance with agreed technical and quality standards.
• Ensure that staff and subcontractors are briefed on technical aspects, safe systems of work and deliverables.
• Co-ordination and monitoring of multi-disciplinary activities.
• Trouble shooting, offering a flexible approach to delivering work and supporting field teams with decision making.

Candidates must have the following:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• IOSH/SSSTS or similar
• 1st Aid
• Basic understanding of IT, Microsoft Word/Excel

Desirable (but not essential)

• PTS/COSS/IWA
• NPTC Chainsaw, Brush Cutter, Hedge Cutter or similar
• Vegetation work experience

Full time, permanent
Nottingham HQ
Hybrid remote working

The deadline for applications is 28/02/2025

Job purpose

The Examinations Project Manager is responsible for day-to-day delivery and support of projects on the railway infrastructure within the structural examinations function at Bridgeway.

This is a client facing role which includes project management, planning and acting as a technical advisor. The Project Manager shall provide technical and delivery guidance and motivation to delivery staff and clients.

The successful candidate will show a flexible attitude to work, a willingness to take on new challenges, and have a background in working around rail assets and structures, ideally with an experience in specialist access techniques.

Duties

• Project management of rail logistics, examination and inspection projects, reporting of assigned work, and providing support to the wider management team.
• Technical checking & assurance of project deliverables.
• Liaison with subcontractors and suppliers
• Responsible for ensuring that project work is carried out in accordance with agreed technical and quality standards.
• Management of budget and reporting on commercial performance
• Responsible for the health, safety & welfare of delegated staff assigned to their projects.
• Ensure that staff are briefed on technical aspects, safe systems of work and deliverables.
• To understand all the overall requirements of compliance with BCL policy.

Essential qualifications or experience

• A full, clean driving licence
• Rail safety critical qualifications such as PTS
• STE4 Qualification or equivalent
• Previous examination project management experience
• Experience working as a Safe Work Planner

Nottingham
Full time, permanent

The deadline for applications is 07/03/2025

About our Site & Ground Investigation services

Our Site & Ground Investigation function at Bridgeway is a critical process in our civil engineering and railway projects, focusing on assessing the subsurface conditions of a proposed construction site. This information is essential for designing safe, sustainable, and cost-effective infrastructure.

Key aspects of our Site & Ground Investigation services focus on Desk Studies, Site Surveys, Soil & Rock Sampling, Geotechnical Testing, Groundwater Analysis and Geophysical Surveys.

This process is integral to the success of our railway and civil engineering projects, providing the foundation (literally and figuratively) for safe and reliable infrastructure.

Job Purpose

Responsible for the accurate gathering of site information to facilitate Structural and Ground Investigation technical reports to be written as part of the SI/GI Team. The role reports ultimately to the Principal Engineer/Technical Manager.

The role as you develop will include basic project management duties as defined by the Principal Project Manager

Job Duties

• Site duties associated with the physical sampling and testing of Geotechnical sub-strata in a variety of environments including Rail, Highways and open land
• Site duties associated with the physical sampling of steel, concrete, stone for structural investigation in a variety of environments including Rail, Highways and open land
• Collation of accurate and concise site notes required in the production of technical reports and interpretive documents
• Production of factual ground/structural investigation reports as defined by PM
• Attendance at team, safety and technical briefings in accordance with the requirements of the business
• Technical input to projects as/when required
• Undertake railway safety critical duties for which you hold competence certification
• Comply with training and other requirements of your Safety Responsibility Statement
• Undertake other duties in accordance with the requirements of the company

Essential Skills & Requirements

• MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc in either Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, or Physical Geography
• Full clean driving licence
• Ability to learn and take on new skills
• Be able to pass a Personal Track Safety (PTS) Medical, D&A, and Training
• Flexible approach to work

* Please note this is a primarily site-based role and as part of the role, you will be expected to work nights and weekends and lodge away when required.

At Bridgeway, we believe we have always had a distinctive way of performing which sets us apart from others within our industry. The Site Investigation industry throws its challenges in all environments.
Bridgeway specialise in conducting these activities in the rail environment. You will be expected to perform to the highest levels often at night and on weekends in difficult conditions. In return, you will be mentored every step of the way and be developed in a unique way with the aim of being able to conduct investigations

Full time, Permanent
Nottingham, East Midlands
Competitive Salary

The deadline for applications is 07/03/2025

Job purpose

To provide advice to the management team regarding Roped Access Techniques and applying that knowledge to a site environment. You will be leading teams on site and mentoring IRATA Level 1 Examiners and will be part of the Infrastructure Services team working alongside experienced Structures Examiners to gain an understanding and experience of bridges and other railway infrastructure;

The overall aim of the role is to become a proficient Roped Access Structures Examiner with the ability to work alone as a qualified STE04 after a period of in house training and mentoring. There will be further opportunities to train in other specialist access techniques, including Confined Spaces and IPAF.

Duties

• Carry out Structural examinations in accordance with company and industry standards
• Clear communication and production of reports
• Carry out roped access supervisory duties on site
• Assist the management team in defining the most appropriate access techniques for certain projects
• To work in a professional and safe manner, especially in a live working railway environment

What We Offer:

• A full training programme to develop the successful candidate to the role of Examiner
• Industry recognised technical qualifications
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities with mentorship
• Specialist access training, including PASMA, MEWP, and confined space
• Technical training including report writing and CAD
• Railway specific safety critical training

Essential skills & requirements

• A good level of physical fitness
• Over 18 years old
• IRATA Level 3 Roped Access qualification
• A desire to learn and be open to training and mentorship
• The ability to work flexibly, including nights and weekends
• Willingness to work outdoors
• Computer literacy
• Willingness to travel and work across the UK
• Current valid driving license

Predominently working Saturday nights at the weekend!
Overtime available for mid-week shifts!
Contract is zero-hour - great for those looking to pick up additional work at the weekend of in the week!

The deadline for applications is 21/02/2025

Job Purpose

When engineering maintenance is required on a section of track, a possession is taken to close the line to normal traffic providing protection for the workers.

As a Possession Support worker, you will carry out duties under direction to assist the safe and efficient delivery of access to the railway infrastructure for engineering maintenance. You will use the necessary equipment and comply with the plans provided for delivering the safe access arrangements.

Please note the majority of work will be during the night and you will be working alone.

Duties

- To assist in Implementing arrangements
- Support the movement of Engineering Trains
- Comply with all relevant legislation and railway rules
- Clearly communicate with the relevant individuals
- Follow industry and company reporting procedures
- Accurately complete the relevant documentation

Essential skills & requirements

- Excellent communication skills
- Confident working alone
- Willingness to learn and develop with a drive to progress within the organisation
- Right to work in the UK

Essential qualifications

- Hold a full UK Driving Licence

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Funded Skills Bootcamp Training

For this role, you will be required to attend our 11-day training programme.

Skills Bootcamp courses run monthly. Please consider your flexibility before applying.

The competencies you will achieve are:

- Manual Handling
- Full First Aid at Work
- Personal Track Safety (PTS)
- Possession Support (PS)
- Individual Working Alone (IWA)
- Working Near/Adjacent to DC Conductor Rails (DCCR)

More information on training will be provided.

This is a great way to get into working on the rail and we offer excellent career progression to those who put in the work!

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Full time, permanent or part time
Nationwide

We are looking for staff based anywhere in the UK to undertake this role. Occasional travel to our HQ in Nottingham will be required.

The deadline for applications is 28/02/2025

Due to significant contract wins and the expansion of our technical team, we have a number of vacancies for Structures Engineers to work across the Network Rail Eastern and North West & Central Regions.

This vital role can be based anywhere in the UK and involves verifying and interpreting examinations and inspections of railway assets including bridges, viaducts and retaining walls, ensuring that they are safe and in good condition for Network Rail’s passengers and freight, and making recommendations for future maintenance activities.

There will be additional opportunities to help to mentor and develop our existing and growing examinations team and shape the way that our activities are carried out in the future.

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:

• STE2 Reviewing Engineer competency, or in a position to gain the competency
• Ideally degree educated with a railway Civil Engineering background
• A working knowledge of examination and inspection techniques, production of high-quality reports and identification of defects and remedial actions.
• Familiarisation with Network Rail technical standards.
• The ability to make engineering decisions based on the condition and likely deterioration rate of a given structure, considering environmental and causal factors.
• The willingness to be held responsible for their recommendations.
• Evidence of training and mentoring staff in technical aspects of an engineering role.
• Ideally having experience in masonry, metallic, concrete and timber structures.
• Having experience with bridges, retaining walls, culverts, viaducts, and ancillary assets.
• Clear communication and the ability to distil technical information into easily understandable language.

Your working location will be either home based or located in our Nottingham headquarters.

We offer competitive salaries, vehicle options, company pension and life assurance schemes, alongside the opportunity to work in a dynamic and ambitious company.

Bridgeway Consulting is staffed by highly qualified experienced rail engineers and since 1995, has become an industry leader in what is one of the UK's most safety conscious and strictly regulated industries. Bridgeway Consulting offers a full engineering consultancy service covering all aspects of railway infrastructure including Geomatics, Site and Ground Investigations, Civil Engineering Consultancy & Permanent Way Projects, Rail Training and Competence, Assurance and Compliance, Track Access & Isolations and Cable Theft Security.

The deadline for applications is 28/02/2025

Home-based (Regional Projects)

Key Accountabilities

• Prepare Task Briefing Sheet and review applicability of it upon arrival at the structure to be examined.
• Ensure pre-prepared SSOW is fit for purpose prior to the examination.
• Carry out the examination in accordance with the company standards and promote safe working practices and leading by example.
• Take accurate photographs for inclusion in the report.
• Inform the Project management team of the status of each examination upon completion
• Prepare reports in accordance with the relevant format for the particular contract for each examination.
• Assist Management in the preparation of asset inspection tenders and quotations

Skills and Qualifications

• Hold a full UK (manual gearbox) driving licence.
• STE4
• Personal Track Safety (PTS)
• IRATA – Rope Access
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in examination, inspection and report writing
• IT Literate

In return you will be part of:

• A dynamic and ambitious company with year on year growth, our culture empowers people to achieve and develop within the team
• Adoptive of flexible and remote working and fully supportive of our workforce
• We provide our Employee Assistance Programme with Health and Wellbeing Support
• We know our people are our most important asset and so investment in your training and development is an essential part of what we do