Signalling Tester In Charge – Complex

AtkinsRéalis

Signalling Tester In Charge responsible for testing and commissioning signalling systems. Working with complex projects in a collaborative team environment.

Posted 5/26/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take overall responsibility for the testing and commissioning of new and altered signalling systems for Complex Works
Undertake testing duties within the scope of Certificate of Competency held
Undertake Work Package Management responsibilities on Projects
Identify resource requirements for your projects and ensure competent staff are utilized
Encourage and promote the advancement of staff as a route to self-development
Deputies for the Testing & Commissioning Engineer
Upward briefing of project testing status to T&CE and Project team as required
Ensure Audits and surveillances are undertaken in accordance with the Project Quality plan
Manage effective utilization and allocation of project-based testing resources both internal and subcontracted
Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must Hold NR CofC and IRSE License- Tester in Charge and Functional Tester IRSE License 1.3.190 / 1.3.170 or have held in the past few years
Experience in Railway Signalling Testing & Commissioning of Projects of Simple and Complex size
NR Complex Works TIC certification
Appreciates and aware of principles and systems testing requirements
Substantial Railway Signalling experience especially in management of signalling testing
Good knowledge of Railway Group and NR company standards requirements
Good personnel management and communication skills
Able to work under pressure during intense periods of commissioning

Benefits

Comp & perks

Enjoy competitive salaries
Employee rewards
Brilliant range of benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

signalling systems testingcommissioningwork package managementresource managementauditssurveillancesprocess improvementproject quality planpersonnel management

Soft Skills

communication skillsstaff developmentability to work under pressure

Certifications

NR CofCIRSE License - Tester in ChargeFunctional Tester IRSE License 1.3.190Functional Tester IRSE License 1.3.170NR Complex Works TIC certification