Track Chargehand (Nights) (TC12)

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Requirements

• Assessing local track conditions and briefing his / her gang prior to starting work on task allocation, safety requirements, output required and standards to be achieved;
• Identifying any work necessary on track and associated assets to maintain and improve operational track performance including drainage, fencing and off-track activities;
• Monitoring the performance of the gang and identifying any training or other needs necessary for a member of staff to achieve the required performance standards;
• Instructing other members of the gang on correct techniques and methods on any aspect of track maintenance work
• Monitoring staff to ensure that PPE is used and that staff comply with safety rules and regulations
• Advising staff on minor signal repair tasks such as block joint changing, bonding etc.
• Liaising with other business units, and contractors for the achievement of work tasks and programmes.
• Ensuring that staff attendance including signing in and out is recorded and managed in accordance with Company policy

Benefits

• Final salary pension scheme
• Free travel for you on the TfL network
• Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home
• 29 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Private healthcare discounted scheme (optional)
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
• Discounted Eurostar travel