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Our Vision

To be the best railway infrastructure contractor based on the quality and commitment of our people.

NVQ Railway Engineering Apprenticeship Programme

  • Are you ready to kickstart an exciting career journey? We at On Track Technicians Ltd are thrilled to announce openings in our Apprenticeship Programme, where you can embark on a path to success and growth.

    In particular, we are keen to encourage greater diversity in our apprenticeship programs.

    Women, who are currently underrepresented in these roles, are encouraged to apply. Our goal is to create a more balanced and inclusive workforce that reflects the rich diversity of perspectives within our community.

    • Meaningful Learning Experience: Dive into a hands-on learning environment, gaining valuable skills and knowledge.

    • Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all walks of life to contribute to our dynamic team.

    • Supportive Mentoring: Benefit from mentorship and guidance as you navigate through your apprenticeship.

    • Grade C or above in GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications.

    • Passion for learning and a commitment to personal and professional development.

Closing Date: 01/05/24

Safety Critical Staff

  • We are currently seeking dedicated Track Technicians to join our team of safety-critical professionals.

    As a safety-critical professional, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and reliability of our railway operations.

    This position requires individuals with a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

  • • Railway Safety Critical medical

    • 6 months Northern Ireland PTS

  • • Northern Ireland TSC Competency or above

    • Full UK Driving License

    • CSR

    • Manual Handling

  • • Safety Compliance

    • Communication

    • Reporting

    • Team Collaboration

    • Training & Development

    • Maintenance & Repairs

    • Equipment Operation

  • • Flexible Working

    • Job Security – Minimum 40hr Contract

    • Competitive Salary

    • Day, Night, and Weekend Shifts

    • Enhanced Weekend Shift Rate

    • Company Transport

    • Personal & Career Development Opportunities

    • Further Education

    • Bespoke Career Paths

    • Mentoring, assessment, and role progression

    • Friendly Working Environment

    • Access to over-time

    • Employee Death in Service Benefit

    • Pension Scheme

    • Employee Benefits

    • Annual Family, Health, and Well Being Events

Closing Date: 01/04/24

Night Control Room Operator

  • Job Title: Night Control Room Operator / Night Controller

    Company: On Track Technicians

    Location: Lisburn

    Job Type: Full-time

    You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our operations during the night shift. You will be responsible for being the point of emergency communications for 3rd party works and liaise with other departments or organisations as required, ensuring that the team has a clear understanding of all protections and worksite limits, including Points/Barrier Operators/Attendants.

    This is a new role to On Track Technicians and is a fantastic opportunity for you to make it your own.

    As such you will be encouraged to take ownership of the position, helping shape it going forward.

    • Monitoring and managing night shift operations to ensure they align with company standards and goals.

    • Monitoring all Safe Standards of work forms, including T2 Protection, permissible Red Zone (RZ) arrangements, DNM Train Boards, and the adequacy of protection arrangements in RZ, T2, T3, as well as T4 documents.

    • Serve as a point of emergency communications for 3rd party works and liaise with other departments or organizations as required.

    • Ensure PICOPs and ESs have a clear understanding of all protections and worksite limits, including Points/Barrier Operators/Attendants.

    • Maintain a detailed log of all possessions and worksites involved with OTT Safety Critical Staff.

    • Record all Locally Controlled Network Assets, such as Level Crossings and Points, report any defects found and ensure correct restoration as applicable.

    • Obtain and assess all paperwork at the end of each shift to ensure correct completion and record any possible non-compliances.

    • Maintain general awareness of welfare and fatigue concerns and ensure staff are supported.

    • Completion of a detailed end-of-night shift report summarising the data received through the shift to ensure a seamless transition between day and night shifts.

    • Have a strong understanding of relevant Rail Operator rules, regulations, standards, and best practices.

    • Have experience in managing and coordinating multiple complex work teams and contractors.

    • Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and calmly

    • Have the ability to work flexible hours and to adapt to changing work environments under pressure.

    • Be knowledgeable of occupational health and safety regulations and practices.

    • Have experience in managing staff welfare and fatigue.

    • Knowledge of the railway industry would be an advantage

    • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

    • Opportunities for career development and growth.

    • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

  • If you are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications to muriel.mccullins@ontracktechnicians.com

    A role profile is available on request.

    We appreciate all applicants' interest, but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

    On Track Technicians is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Closing Date: 30/09/23

P-Way & Civil Engineer

  • Are you a skilled professional interested in engineering the future of the railway industry? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

    Job Title:

    P-Way and Civil Engineer

    Job type:

    Full-time

    Location:

    Lisburn

    • Understanding of Construction Safety standards and processes

    • Advanced IT capabilities including being proficient on Microsoft Office

    • Ability to advise on technical construction requirements.

    • Strong communication / interpersonal skills will be key, along with the confidence to manage live projects

    An engineering degree or equivalent achievement would be advantageous, as is an understanding of P-Way Standards and knowledge of standard construction processes. Previous experience in a similar role would also be beneficial.

    • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

    • Opportunities for professional development and growth.

    • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

  • If you are looking for an exciting opportunity in the railwamuriel.mccullins@ontracktechnicians.com y industry, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications to muriel.mccullins@ontracktechnicians.com

    A role profile is available on request.

Closing Date: 20/09/23

Safety Critical Staff

  • We are currently seeking dedicated Track Technicians to join our team of safety-critical professionals.

    As a safety-critical professional, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and reliability of our railway operations.

    This position requires individuals with a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

  • • Railway Safety Critical medical

    • 6 months Northern Ireland PTS

  • • Northern Ireland TSC Competency or above

    • Full UK Driving License

    • CSR

    • Manual Handling

  • • Safety Compliance

    • Communication

    • Reporting

    • Team Collaboration

    • Training & Development

    • Maintenance & Repairs

    • Equipment Operation

  • • Flexible Working

    • Job Security – Minimum 40hr Contract

    • Competitive Salary

    • Day, Night, and Weekend Shifts

    • Enhanced Weekend Shift Rate

    • Company Transport

    • Personal & Career Development Opportunities

    • Further Education

    • Bespoke Career Paths

    • Mentoring, assessment, and role progression

    • Friendly Working Environment

    • Access to over-time

    • Employee Death in Service Benefit

    • Pension Scheme

    • Employee Benefits

    • Annual Family, Health, and Well Being Events

Closing Date: 30/09/23

Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor

  • Pay

    £28,000 - £40,000 a year

    Job type

    Full-time | Permanent

    Shift and schedule

    Monday to Friday

  • As a Health, Safety, and Environmental Advisor, you will play a crucial role in fostering a culture of safety and environmental consciousness within our organisation; your responsibilities will include:

    • Conducting regular site inspections to identify potential health, safety, and environmental hazards.

    • Developing and implementing policies and procedures that promote a safe work environment to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

    • Providing training and guidance to employees on best practices for health, safety, and environmental management. Regularly conduct toolbox talks or safety meetings with employees.

    • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to create and refine policies and procedures that align with industry standards.

    • Investigating incidents and accidents, identifying root causes, and recommending preventive measures.

    • Monitoring and reporting on key health, safety, and environmental performance indicators.

    • Staying up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure continuous improvement.

    • Understanding of Construction Safety standards and processes

    • Advanced IT capabilities including being proficient on Microsoft Office

    • Ability to advise on technical training requirements.

    • Strong communication / interpersonal skills will be key, along with the confidence to present and deliver training

    • Tech IOSH membership would be advantageous, as is an understanding of P-Way Standards and knowledge of ISO auditing and accreditation. Previous experience in a similar role would also be beneficial.

    • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

    • Opportunities for professional development and growth.

    • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Closing Date: 04/09/23

Accounting Technician

  • Accounting Technician with at least 5 year’s experience in producing management accounts.

  • Applicant Must Be able to/have

    -Work within a team

    -Priortise diary & work to strict deadlines

    -Can-do/pro-active attitude

    -Excellent Knowledge of Accounting Software

    -Excellent IT skills

  • Management Reporting

    • Support in the production of timely and accurate period company management accounts, trial balance and Information Packs

    • Period end reconciliations to substantiate the balance sheet and profit and loss movements

    • Complete key period end journals on time as part of the period end process

    • Support production of variance analysis and commentary in support of the Management Information Pack, incorporating notes and updates as directed

    • Manage the completion of tasks to achieve the required month end reporting deadlines

    Financial Control & Management

    • Implement business financial control policies, identifying weaknesses and improvements to policies in your areas of responsibility.

    • Completion of bank reconciliations

    • Maintain the Fixed asset register

    • Preparation of debtor reconciliations as required

    • Support continuous improvement within the Finance team

    • Support management in the completion of Vat returns

    • Assist with the preparation of year end accounts & reconciliations, and audits

    General

    • Assist the purchase ledger clerk on the monthly payroll process and provide cover in their absence (where required, work with the payroll services provider, the purchase ledger clerk and the wider finance team to ensure payroll is properly processed)

    • Provide cover to the purchase ledger clerk as required

    • Other ad hoc duties as prescribed by the Head of Finance to assist in achieving Finance Department objectives

  • Benefits:

    On-site parking

    Schedule:

    Day shift: Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:

    Lisburn, BT28 3AJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Job Type:

    Full-time

    Salary:

    £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Closing Date: 31/09/23

RAILWAY ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIP

  • On Track Technicians framework of training under the apprenticeship programme consists of a progress path with the possible award of an NVQ Level 2 in Rail Engineering, functional skills; English, Maths, and IT and on-track competency certifications.

    The program with a pay as you learn 40-hour contract. This includes attendance at College one day per week to receive the underpinning knowledge of the job role. The remaining hours will be spent on track learning your trade.

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    To be eligible, you must be between the aged of 18 & 24

  • NRC Ballymena Campus

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    Year 1

    1 college day per week

    -

    Year 2

    6 college days per year

Closing Date: 30/06/23

RESOURCE PLANNER

  • We are looking for a Resource Planner with experience in the Railway/Haulage industry.

    Job Title

    • Resource Planner

    Contract

    • 40-hour week (Monday-Friday)

    Location

    • Belfast

    • Liaise with clients to determine resource requirements.

    • Deputise for the Resource Manager when required.

    • Produce resource forecasting reports to assist OTT in estimating resource needs.

    • Manage conflicts arising from staff assignations to work orders.

    • Prepare reports for the management team.

    • Attend meetings with the OTT management team, the customer, and any other agency.

    • Work as part of a team and ensure that all employees are always supported.

    • Ensure compliance with Fatigue Management Protocol.

    • Develop, coordinate, and enforce OTT systems, policies, procedures, and company standards.

    • Good IT Skills.

    • Ability to work to deadlines.

    • Good written and verbal communication skills.

    • Make decisions on operational matters in degraded conditions in a timely and safe manner.

    • Effective leadership skills.

    • Track record in a safety-critical, high-risk transport environment.

    • Previous experience in the Railway/Haulage industry.

Closing Date: 01/05/23

SAFETY CRITICAL STAFF

    • Work within Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) infrastructure, Maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the Northern Ireland Railway infrastructure. Ensure all works are undertaken as per the Safe System of Work (SSOW).

    • Being part of a team carrying out various tasks including but not limited to:

    • Removing rail defects (assisting welders, cut, repair and stress rail)

    • Ballast management (drainage – ‘Wet beds’ – jack and packing)

    • Re-Railing and assisting with the installation of track circuit bonding at Insulated Rail Joints

    • Level Crossing Renewal Works

    • Environmental Works – Tree Cutting/Weed Spraying/De-vegetation.

    • Civil Engineering Works/Projects – Concreting/Tarring/White Lining/Installation of cable ducts (Trackside)

    • Assisting Topographical or Environment Surveys

    • Contribute and adhere to a Safe System of Work (SSOW).

    • Work as part of a team to achieve a common goal – ensure the safe operation of the railway.

    • Report unsafe practices/breaches to your supervisor.

    • Provide safe working solutions for clients.

    • Use of Small Plant & Equipment – Abrasive Wheels/Robel Kangos/Rail Specific Hand Tools

    • Days, Nights and Weekends

    • Job Security

    • Career Development Opportunities

    • Excellent Remuneration

    • Friendly Working Environment

    • Minimum 40hr contract

    • 20% uplift on Sunday and Friday nights

    • Min 40% uplift on Saturday Nights

    • Access to over-time

    • Employee Death in Service Benefit

Closing Date: 22/05/23