Track Examinations Engineer (Translink)

MCS Group is exclusively recruiting on behalf of Translink for Track Examinations Engineers (2 positions available). These new permanent roles are based in Belfast.

The role:

To support the Track Section Manager by carrying out asset condition assessments of all track componentry within the Permanent Way.

This role will be responsible for the collection of critical data through detailed survey of track assets, scoring the data using standardised condition-based rules, collecting track defects and prioritising against established timeframes.

The role will use current and future technologies to support the Department as an asset owner, providing the information to inform strategic planning for the maintenance and renewal of assets.

Essential Criteria:

• Possess a minimum of a Degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate engineering, construction, or asset management discipline with at least 3 years experience in Permanent Way asset data collection, classification or defects, & condition reporting. OR A minimum of a level 4 Qualification in a relevant subject with at least 5 years' experience in Permanent Way asset data collection, classification of defects, & condition reporting.
• Experience of applying health, safety and environmental legislation requirements.
• Experience of interpreting and working to engineering standards.
• Experience in asset condition inspection, workload prioritisation and technical specification
• Experience in using Digital technology to collect asset data.
• Experience of defect classification and condition scoring of assets
• Experience of the use of Microsoft software or similar.
• Experience of managing teams to deliver specific business objectives.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.

Please see Job Description for a full list of criteria.

Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 19th October 2026

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group [phone removed]

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