SMTH Tester

Auctus Management Group Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000

Job description

Due to our continuous growth at RSS Infrastructure, we are seeking SMTH Testers for Signalling Track renewals on the following routes North and West Central and West Coast South, from Carlisle to Oxford and Milton Keynes.

Main Body of work will start approximately week 30, for a minimum of 2 years.

This is a great opportunity for those looking for long-term work with stability.

Excellent rates of pay including CIS, PAYE options.

Duties:

• Lead and oversee Track renewal work on signalling equipment in accordance with Network Rail standards and schedules.
• Perform fault-finding and problem resolution.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and investigate system failures.
• Mentor and support the signalling team.
• Report issues arising during installation and renewals.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Signalling Team Leader with SMTH.
• Full UK Licence with the ability to travel and work away.
• Available to work nights and weekends when required.

Competencies and Experience Required:

We understand that not everyone will have every competency listed below:

• COSS and PTS
• SMTH/G110
• Basic Electrical Safety
• SPT/Lineside telephones
• Cables
• Plug coupled cables
• AZLM axle counters H type
• Treadles
• AWS (standard)
• TPWS

We require you to hold one of the below IRSE licence categories:

• 1.4.110 Signalling Maintainer
• 1.4.120 Signalling Faultfinder
• 1.4.160 Signalling Maintenance Tester (1st choice/preferred)
• 1.4.230 Signalling Maintainer & Faultfinder

SMTH Tester:

In accordance with SMTH, Part 1, Module 4, all SMTH testers will be either Competent or Competent and experienced, and have the following:

• Core Skills (SMTH a)
• Aspect Test (SMTH b)
• Cable Function (SMTH d)
• Diversion of a Circuit (SMTH f)
• Points Testing (SMTH c)

About RSS Infrastructure:

RSS Infrastructure (RSSI) is a multi-disciplinary service provider for the rail and construction sectors. We have an award-winning reputation for developing solutions to improve safety and productivity.

Founded in 2007, RSSI provides a diverse range of solutions across the infrastructure sector through three divisions: Technical Services, Managed Environments, and Welding Services.

The Technical Services division encompasses Civils and Construction, Rail Operations, Signalling and Telecommunications (S&T), and Track Warning Services. Notably, RSSI stands out as the UK's sole provider of Track Warning Services.

The Managed Environments division offers Arboriculture, Ecology Services, Industrial Rope Access (IRATA), and Vegetation Management services.

Lastly, the Welding Services division specialises in Rail Welding and boasts an outstanding performance record, with a 99% first-time approval rate for our welds.

RSSI has over 200 full-time employees and a large contingent workforce covering most of the UK. It operates from offices in Birmingham, Cwmbran, Doncaster and Tonbridge.

As an equal opportunities employer, RSSI does not discriminate based on ethnicity, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. As a proud signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we encourage reservists and veterans of the Armed Forces to apply for positions. For more information on how we strive to create equal opportunities and encourage under-represented groups to apply for roles and join us, visit our parent company website - Work for Us.