Controller of site safety (COSS)

Executive Mandate Specification

Controller of site safety (COSS)

Collis Engineering Ltd has been established since 1970 specialising in mechanical and structural applications for railway signalling and other projects. We are a trusted supplier to many of the rail industries largest and well-known names. Our Vision is to continue “Excellence in Railway Engineering”.

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 – 3 Minor Civils COSS’S to join our busy Civil engineering division which specialises in sub and super structure installation, general minor civils, loc bases, troughing, walkways, structural steel work refurbishments, painting, screw piling, surveys, and ground investigation.

Role

As a Controller of Site Safety, you will:

• Act as PIC/team leader as well as undertake COSS duties in a small team of 3 – 4 members.
• Manage site safety activities and promote safe working practices.
• Assist in the creation site safety documentation as per 019 standard.
• Provide good quality briefings of the TBS/WPP/COSS at the start of each shift to all workforce & ensure understanding by all.

Experience/Qualifications

Essential

• PTS/ COSS competence
• The ability to supervise and lead the site team in the successful delivery of the allocated contracts.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and communicate effectively with site staff and project team.
• Must be experienced in minor railway civil engineering works such as foundation installation, loc installation and steelwork refurbishment.
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• SSSTS
• Civils experience

Benefits

• Permanent position
• Fueled van to travel to site of work from yard
• Accommodation paid
• Expenses allowance when working away
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance plan of 3 x your annual salary
• Subsidised Healthcare provision from Westfield Health
• Benefit hub offering discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers
• 25 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Progress opportunities and training provided – we are looking for staff that want to progress and develop into supervisors, engineers, and project managers

Hours

Full -Time, Permanent.

Applicants must be available to work nights and weekends and willing to travel throughout the UK due to the nature of the business

Weekend working is required with staff expected to be available for 3 out of 4 weekends with a roster system in place. Additional weekends can be booked off with prior notice.

Salary

Shift Rates

£110 to £240 Midweek

£310 weekend

Immediate start

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to progress their railway career to the next level.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your CV and covering letter to sam.beresford@collis.uk

https://collis.co.uk/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £110.00-£310.00 per day

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CCEL/COSS

Statutory Executive Benefits & Governance

• Executive Health, Vision & Dental Coverage with Global Provider Options
• Corporate Pension Auto-Enrolment / 401(k) Retirement Plan with Fiduciary Matching
• Annual Discretionary Performance Incentive & Long-Term Equity Participation
• Executive Leave Allotment, Statutory Holidays & Dedicated Health Care Reserves
• US Department of Labor & E-Verify Work Authorization Sponsorship