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OLE Team Leader

Nantgarw, Cardiff
Amey Ltd
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent OLE Team Leader to join our dynamic AIW/IM team at Treforest. 40 hrs per week, on-site working role.

In this role, you will lead the Overhead Line maintenance team and ensure that work is carried out in the safest possible manner and to the highest quality. This role is key in delivering safe and productive work on the OCS equipment, making use of access plant and lifting equipment .

This role offers the unique opportunity to work on the Core Valley Lines, currently the biggest investment in public transport infrastructure in Wales, working as part of a new and growing team maintaining the brand-new electrified railway that forms the backbone of the South Wales Metro.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead the inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal of OLE and HV assets in compliance with work plans and standards.
  • Carry out and lead the work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans and other instructions.
  • Manage the use of plant and lifting equipment as part of planned OLE works or OLE fault response.
  • Lead the fault and incident response and asset rectification for OLE and HV distribution asset failures.
  • Support the OLE Manager in the preparation of work and resource specifications, method statements and plans.
  • Support the Team Planner in the preparation of Safe Work Packs and Isolation Plans.
  • Lead on the delivery of OLE Isolations, including acting as the nominated person where required.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

  • Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
  • Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like OLE Manager.
  • Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded tickets and apprenticeships, tailored to your growth.
  • Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
  • Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
  • Holidays: Enjoy at least 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 4 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
  • Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
  • Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Experience leading a team to deliver planned OLE maintenance works.
  • Experience and willingness to work variable shift patterns including Nights and Weekends.
  • Experience of leading the delivery of a comprehensive programme of planned work in compliance with work instructions, safe work plans and/or standards.
  • Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
  • Knowledge of overhead line equipment maintenance and construction management processes, systems and standards.
  • Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business needs. A full UK Driver’s License is essential, a Class 2 HGV license is desirable.
  • OLEC 3: Construct, Renew, Enhance, and Modify OLE in Accordance with Design Drawings and Specifications, or other industry equivalents (OLE 1/OLE 2/OLE 3) .
  • On Track Plant – Core
  • Machine Operator – Self Propelled MEWP
  • Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Controller Of Site Safety (COSS) – Preferred
  • Personal Track Safety

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sabi Suleman, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed).

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