Engineering Manager (Rail)
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1121 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,000, and VVB Engineering is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 1122 (Production managers and directors in construction, Construction sector engineering management; rail construction context fits) or SOC 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers, Oversees engineering projects for cost, time, quality). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
The role will include being the functional leader for Engineers and Designers, both for internal resource and the “supply chain”, through a matrix style organisation chart in direct collaboration with their line managers the heads of (discipline) engineering.
As part of the role they shall support work winning, estimating, procurement, construction and commissioning activities for the projects within their sector.
The role holder will act as the sector specific delegated technical expert and they shall work with the heads of (discipline) engineering to resolve any technical issues.
The role will also be responsible for the leadership and mentoring of graduates within the sector as well as the application of VVB’s CORE values in their day to day duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing leadership in all facets of engineering and design activities within their sector, to deliver the projects to meet cost, time and quality requirements.
- Ensures that all projects are in compliance with VVB’s Design Management and Assurance Procedures and Quality Management System.
- Ensures design reviews are carried out in-line with current standards to ensure buildability and constructability. That any weaknesses or errors are identified in the design that could jeopardise the functionality and ensures HSE best practices are always followed.
- Developing and managing effective communication and liaison with all relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure that requirements are identified, assessed, and appropriately integrated into the project.
- Overseeing that the highest standards of health and safety are considered as a priority through all stages of the project.
- A recognised degree in Engineering discipline from a university accredited by a UK Engineering Institution e.g. IET, IMechE etc.
- Professional Registration, i.e., Engineering Council Registration with Chartership status.
- Professional Membership of a relevant professional engineering institution e.g. IET, IMechE, IFE, CIBSE etc.
- HSE training (SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely).
- CSCS Card – AQP or PQP min.
- Full UK driver license and use of own car.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with VVB Engineering, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. VVB Engineering holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1121 going rate of £55,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.