HS Construction - Operations Engineer

Our Transportation business brings together expertise in rail, highways, and local transport into a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. Within Rail, our Systems & Infrastructure capability provides leading expertise across signaling, telecommunications, control systems, and integrated operations. We combine technical excellence with a human-centered approach, ensuring that railway systems are designed for performance, reliability, safety, and long-term operability.

The HS Construction-Operations Engineer will support the safe integration of construction activities within operational or safety-critical environments while ensuring compliance with HSE requirements and operational constraints.

• Support implementation of programme HSE management systems and operational safety procedures.
• Monitor contractor compliance with construction and operational safety requirements.
• Coordinate safe systems of work, permit-to-work controls, and operational interface activities.
• Participate in safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Review method statements, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.
• Support operational readiness and safe transition activities during testing and commissioning.
• Monitor compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory obligations.
• Prepare safety performance reports and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in HSE and operational safety environments.
• Experience on rail, transportation, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of operational railway safety practices preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and environmental management systems.
• Strong communication and coordination capability.
• Safety certification preferred (NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, or equivalent).
• Experience in live operational environments highly desirable.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

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