Eurotunnel manages, maintains and operates the Channel Tunnel Fixed Link Concession between Folkestone and Coquelles, France. Opened on 6 May 1994, the Fixed Link is a rolling motorway which transports passenger and commercial freight vehicles on board Shuttles across the Channel at 140kph, in 35 minutes. It also allows the running of third party passenger and railfreight trains. The advantages of the Channel Tunnel are security, reliability, speed, frequency and respect for the environment.

An innovative rail company and responsible infrastructure manager, Eurotunnel is part of the Getlink group and is a leading stakeholder in the economies around Kent and Calais, contributing to the dynamism of the regions surrounding its operations. As a responsible employer, the Getlink Group is committed to providing a working environment that fosters personal development and fulfilment in order to attract and retain good and qualified staff.

In 2018, Eurotunnel Shuttles carried circa 1.7 million trucks, and 2.6 million passenger vehicles and facilitated the transportation of just over 1m tonnes of freight and some 11m Eurostar passengers. The Channel Tunnel facilitates trade worth circa £91.4bn per year, representing a quarter of all UK trade in goods with the European Union.

We are seeking a highly motivated Permit Office Controller to join our Prevention department. Based at our terminal in Folkestone, you will be part of a team of Controllers contributing actively to the control of the risks linked to works. In addition, providing enhanced monitoring of worksites by carrying out safety inspections to improve safety performance. The successful individual will ideally have experience of direct involvement in safety activities to ensure that they have a good knowledge of health and safety requirements. In addition, ideally they must have a good working knowledge of the railway environment and tunnel works.

In return for your contribution you will receive an attractive benefits package, including:

• Private Healthcare • Contributory Pension Scheme • Life Assurance • Concessionary Travel • Company Share Incentive Plan • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Eurotunnel is committed to equal opportunities.

If you are an external candidate please apply via

https://jobs.getlinkgroup.com