Utilities Specialist

To manage utilities processes and the metering estate, including arranging new supplies, disconnections, and metering repairs; carrying out investigations and inspection of assets; managing related data and providing specialist utilities related support to the business., Here are some of the duties your role will include: -

o Level C: Access & Egress Traction and/or non-traction locations

· Good working knowledge of the utilities industry, especially electricity

· Previous railway experience would be an advantage.

· Educated to HNC/HND or equivalent relevant work experience.

· Good general IT skills

· Networking, communication, and stakeholder management skills

What you will bring to the role: -

· Ability to complete track safety competence where relevant including:

o Personal Track Safety (PTS)

o Individual Working Alone (IWA) and

o Level C: Access & Egress Traction and/or non-traction locations

· Educated to HNC/HND or equivalent relevant work experience.

· Good general IT skills.

· Good communication and analytical skills, with proven ability to present information effectively and appropriately.

· Experience of extracting information and reporting from multiple sources, including databases.

It’s desirable if you have it to help give you context to the role: -

· Degree or equivalent

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Scotland's Railway is part of this large family, and it covers a large geographical area from the Borders to Thurso at the far tip of the North East of Scotland, accounting for almost 20 per cent of the UK rail network. We provide rapid access along busy commuter routes to our seven cities, servicing the varied needs of our business and leisure commuter services, including cross border services and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users, drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues and protecting safety and wellbeing.

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