Oversee and coordinate track handback activities following railway trackwork renewal, maintenance and related works.
Inspect completed trackwork and verify that the required work, inspections and testing have been satisfactorily completed before handback.
Assess track conditions and confirm that the completed track is safe and fit for its intended railway operation.
Identify outstanding defects, non-conformities or safety concerns and coordinate with the relevant teams to ensure rectification before handback.
Certify completed trackwork and confirm its readiness for the safe commencement of train operations after each work shift.
Attend the Operator's toolbox meetings and communicate relevant handback status, safety matters and outstanding issues.
Review and complete relevant inspection, testing, handback and certification records.
Coordinate closely with Trackwork, Engineering, Construction, Safety and Operations teams to ensure all handback requirements are fulfilled.
Support railway possession, night works and other trackwork activities where handback inspection and certification is required.
Ensure handback activities comply with applicable railway standards, project procedures and safety requirements.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience performing the role of a Handback Engineer in railway trackwork renewal, preferably in metro railway operations.
Must possess a recognised Handback Engineer qualification/certification.
Must hold a valid/recent UK Network Rail Handback Engineer re-qualification/re-certification, with competency for line speeds of up to 90 km/h.
Experience in railway trackwork, possession and handback activities.
Experience in LTA railway projects will be an advantage