Ultrasonic Rail Inspector

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Key Information

Track Ultrasonic Inspector – 1980

Grade: Q3

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Location: London – Edgware

Job Type: Permanent - Full time Nights – Sunday to Thursday

Closing Date - Friday 29th August 2025 @23:59

Overview Of Project/role

To work as a member of the Ultrasonic Team, undertaking all aspects of safety critical Ultrasonic Rail Flaw Detection (URFD)/Rail Surface Crack Measurement (RSCM) testing procedures on LU track which is required by LU Safety Case. Additionally the job holder will be expected to work as a lone inspector or as part of a small team and provide mentoring in all skills to other team members.

Key Accountabilities

• Working under the Ultrasonic Supervisor in delivering the weekly inspection work to meet the programme.
• Ensuring all equipment is calibrated and fit for use at the start of the inspection shift.
• The correct identification recording and notification of any defects arising from the URFD/RSCM inspection.
• The provision of a safe and efficient work site through the delivery of Site Person in Charge (SPIC) or Protection master duties with respect to all personnel and company assets.
• Ensuring all equipment at the completion of the inspection shift is made ready for the commencement of the next inspection shift or quarantined in the case of defective equipment.
• To ensure all necessary information has been collected to enable the work journals to be completed and signed for.
• The job holder is required to co-operate with other groups departments and contractors as necessary for the achievement of work tasks and programmes.
• To assist the Ultrasonic Supervisor to ensure the team are appropriately mentored with respect to all necessary training and Competence Assurance procedures.
  
  

Knowledge

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Hold and maintain a Department Of Transport Driving License (Essential)
• Protection Works on Track during Engineering Hours (PWT-EH) (Desirable)
• Hold and maintain a Certificate and license in Non Destructive Testing procedures U1/2, U5, U7, U8, U10, U15, U16, U17 & U21 following a recognised Ultrasonic Rail Flaw Detection training course. (Essential)
• Personal Track Safety (PTS) certification. (Essential)
• Knowledge of Health and Safety rules, regulations and legislation in the railway environment.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement best practice.
• Knowledge of Non Destructive Techniques (NDT) systems/Standards/Construction techniques. (Essential)
  
  

Skills

• Proven ability to use Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Proven ability to communicate with people at all levels, including both external and internal stakeholders
• Analytical approach to data management and problem solving
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills to ensure effective team development and address challenges and barriers that impact on people management
• Proven ability to follow instruction from a designated person the job holder must be able to continue to work with minimum supervision
• Proven ability to carry out Rail Surface Crack Measurement (RSCM) inspections (Desirable)
  
  

Experience

• Proven experience of working in the track environment in extreme conditions such as outdoor sites or tunnel sections which potentially involve dusty conditions. (Essential)
• Proven experience of working on LU infrastructure. (Desirable)
• Experience of working as part of an on site inspection team of other Ultrasonic Inspectors or Ultrasonic Technicians. (Essential)
  
  

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria.

Benefits

In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the level of role but mostly include the below:



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 or 75% reimbursement on a 28-day flexi ticket

29 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays

TfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow

Private healthcare discounted scheme (optional)

Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme

Retail, health, leisure and travel offers

Discounted Eurostar travel



We will make every effort to give you as much notice as possible, however some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice.