Rail System Safety Coordinator

About The Role

At EKFB  we’re shaping Infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners ( Eiffage , Kier,  Ferrovial and BAM) bring specialist  expertise in the design, construction, operation,  financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

We're looking for a Rail System Safety Coordinator to join our Routewide team based in Milton Keynes.

In this role, you will lead stakeholder interfaces for Rail Systems and National Technical Specification Notices ( NTSN) including chairing key meetings such as integration and design reviews. You will m anage and review NTSN Matrix and compliance evidence trackers and s upport the Rail Systems discipline lead with review of and management of the Project Hazard record.

Part of this role is to produce comprehensive meeting minutes capturing decisions and agreements in contractual and technical terms. You will m aintain and manage action trackers and issue logs, ensuring timely resolution and evidence-based closeout. You will c ollaborate effectively with the client team while advocating for best-for-project outcomes.

You will liaise with design, construction, and assurance teams to address System Safety and NTSN concerns. You will d raft and manage Technical Queries and contractual communications, with a working knowledge of early warnings, general communications, and change events.

In addition, you will s upport the Rail Systems Discipline lead in production and maintenance interface management plans, ensuring assurance processes are followed and client comments are resolved. You will r eview short-notice construction changes, assess System Safety and NTSN impacts, and coordinate resolutions with stakeholders. You will c oordinate and support appointed body reviews for NTSN and CSM-RA.

About You

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Project Management or a related field.

• Extensive e xperience in design coordination/management (Previous HS2 experience desirable but not mandatory)

• Experience in infrastructure or civil engineering projects, ideally in a major project environment.

• Familiarity with NTSN and System Safety Disciplines

• Understanding of NEC contract mechanism (Early Warnings, Technical queries etc.).

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Ability to produce high-quality documentation and technical records.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project collaboration tools (e.g. SharePoint, Smart Connect).

• Experience with assurance processes and document control.

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects. 

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. 
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today. 
In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application. 

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)

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