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PTS Telecoms Engineer

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Civil Engineer

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Specialist Skills vacancy numbers

Dec 2022, Jan, July, Oct 2023, Feb, Aug 2024 by percentage change Feb 2024 - Aug 2024

Specialist Skills
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Jul 2023
Oct 2023
Feb 2024
Aug 2024
% Change
IRSE Licensed Staff
75
194
141
98
92
76
-17%
PTS Telecom Engineer
34
43
41
18
62
202
+226%
CRE /CEM
162
234
254
181
18
46
-61%
COSS
118
232
166
197
41
47
+-15%
Engineering Supervisor
22
44
87
96
29
35
+21%

Specialist Skills vacancy numbers

Feb - Aug 2024

Job opportunities for PTS Telecom Engineers and Operatives have increased due to the rapid expansion of telecommunications infrastructure in the rail industry. As rail networks increasingly depend on advanced communication systems for efficiency and safety, the demand for these skilled professionals has grown, driven by modernization projects and technology upgrades. In contrast, Safety Critical roles have seen a more modest increase, reflecting their consistent demand for maintaining essential safety standards rather than a response to new projects or innovations.

Engineering vacancy numbers

Nov, Dec 2022, Jan, July, Oct 2023, Feb 2024 by percentage change Oct 2023 - Feb 2024

Engineering
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Jul 2023
Oct 2023
Feb 2024
Aug 2024
% Change
Mechanical Engineer
51
61
60
51
27
282
+944%
HSQE Engineer
35
72
86
74
106
48
-55%
Civil Engineers
108
245
221
237
142
761
+436%
BIM modellers/ technicians
50
297
177
239
280
205
-27%
OLE Engineers
87
100
89
66
41
29
-29%
E&P Engineers
77
64
57
42
46
44
-4%
Signaling Engineers
51
229
362
246
358
91
-75%
P-Way Engineers
80
34
18
26
9
15
+67%

Engineering vacancy numbers

Oct 2023 - Feb 2024

Opportunities for Rail Civil and Mechanical Engineers have seen a significant rise, driven by large-scale infrastructure projects and the ongoing need to upgrade existing rail networks. Their expertise is in high demand as the industry expands and modernises. Conversely, opportunities for Rail Signalling and Electrification Engineers have declined, mainly due to the completion of major projects in these areas during previous control periods, leading to a temporary reduction in demand for these specialised roles.

Business Support vacancy numbers

Dec 2022, Jan, July, Oct 2023, Feb, Aug 2024 by percentage change Feb - Aug 2024

Business Support
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Jul 2023
Oct 2023
Feb 2024
Aug 2024
% Change
Project Manager
172
162
171
137
140
240
+71%
Project Planner
86
119
351
415
514
486
-5%
SSOW Planner
13
25
98
12
6
7
+17%
Commercial Manager
629
776
1,133
,1772
949
2,049
+116%
Quantity Surveyor
81
86
97
90
348
571
+64%

Business Support vacancy numbers

Feb - Aug 2024

The rail industry is currently experiencing a surge in job opportunities, particularly in key roles such as Rail Project Managers, Rail Commercial Managers, and Rail Quantity Surveyors. As major infrastructure projects gain momentum and new frameworks are awarded, the demand for skilled professionals in these positions is on the rise. Rail Project Managers are needed to oversee the successful delivery of complex projects, while Rail Commercial Managers are essential for managing contracts, budgets, and financial risks. Additionally, the growing need for Rail Quantity Surveyors reflects the critical importance of accurate cost estimation and management throughout the project lifecycle.

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