Harsco Rail operates across the world and has a proven and sustained track record in providing customised, technology-driven rail track solutions.

The company has been pioneering mechanised maintenance for more than 100 years. Today, Harsco is still leading the way with practical, customer-driven solutions that set the standard for insight, innovation and performance - keeping the wheels of commerce driving forward and passengers on the move.

Harsco Rail’s Contract Services provide customers with a high quality service by work crews that know the machines’ operation and maintenance best. With years of experience, Harsco Rail’s Contract Service teams have covered more than 640,000 kilometres of track, consistently achieving industry leading production rates and high quality output. Contract services include providing the maintenance, equipment, and labour to complete the job.

Harsco Rail offers contract services for Rail Grinding and has been grinding rail for over 50 years, covering more than 300,000 km (192,000 miles) in the last 7 years.

JOB PURPOSE

• Carry out maintenance and repairs on the Stoneblower Fleet
• To maintain machines against the agreed maintenance plan
• Maximise machine availability
• Support the Stoneblower Field Service Manager in achieving desired targets and KPI’s

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCIES

Competency

Qualifications & Experience

• Is likely to be time served apprenticeship in an engineering discipline, or Preferred recognised qualification as a mechanical / electrical / maintenance engineer
• Hold a professional qualification in an engineering discipline

• Experience within the Railway Industry

Technical Skills

Advanced knowledge & understanding of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, electronic, fault finding & repair

• IT literate including knowledge of Microsoft systems

• Calibration & understanding of rail plant operating
• Competent in current maintenance standards
• Problem Solving and identifying solutions

Behaviours

• Personable with Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive.
• Good communicator.
• Self-motivated and ability to work without supervision and on own initiative.
• Diplomatic.
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Adheres to deadlines.
• Customer care.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork.
• Self-improvement and positive attitude to work tasks.

KEY RESULT AREAS

• VMI and repairs completed within required timeframes
• Performance of machines following repair and maintenance
• Accurate audits of service van equipment and spares
• 5S on machines and service van
• Complete administration tasks in a timely manner
• Submission of completed maintenance documentation
• Quality of maintenance documentation

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Repair machines to exceed performance targets and KPI’s
• Report any defects found on machine & carry out repairs within required competency level for the role
• Ensure planned maintenance duties are completed in line with company policies & procedures & work instructions
• Support the Field Service Manager providing inspection information as required
• Ensure working environment is maintained as required by 5S
• Inform Field Service Manager of any issues / problems in a timely manner, which are outside your remit of control
• Operate machine for maintenance purposes, as required
• Ensure regularly updated & compliant with company policies & procedures
• Awareness of company communication
• Be responsible for the care of company assets
• Flexibility to travel and lodge as required by the company.
• To undertake training as required
• Ensure compliance with competence assessment systems
• Comply with the Company Code of Conduct

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work
• Comply with all Statutory and Company Policies, Procedures and Standards
• Inform your line manager, supervisor or health and safety representative of any unsafe occurrences
• Work closely with the Field Service Manager to raise safety issues and support safety initiatives
• Ensure safety regulations are adhered to
• Responsible for adhering to all safety instructions and guidance whilst completing Stoneblower maintenance or repair.
• Ensuring competence and fitness to undertake activities designated as safety critical work
• Comply with company standards and procedures relevant to the undertaking of Stoneblower Maintenance
• Observe safety objectives issued
• Participate in safety tours and planned inspections as required
• Contribute to the delivery of company occupational health and welfare, safety and environmental improvement plans
• Only undertake work for which you have been trained and (if required) certified competent
• To comply with Risk Assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer
• Co-operate with your employer on health, safety and environment
• Make safe any unsafe conditions where practical and challenge unsafe work practices
• Report all, and assist with investigating relevant accidents, incidents, and near misses

DIMENSIONS

• Uk wide - complete repairs and maintenance activities

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

External

• Network Rail Fleet Team
• Third party Contractors

Internal

• Stoneblower Contract Manager
• Stoneblower Field Service Manager
• Stoneblower Maintenance Manager
• Stoneblower Heavy Maintenance Manager
• Stores team
• EHS Manager
• Quality Manager
• Assessors/Trainers