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Independent Contractors – Rail Technical Assessors / ExpertsUKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service)Location: Remote / Various UK sitesIndependent ContractorUKAS is the National Accreditation Body for the United Kingdom. We’re currently expanding our network of independent Technical Assessors and Experts with rail industry knowledge to support assessments in line with ISO/IEC standards and relevant EU and UK rail regulations.We’re particularly keen to hear from people with technical knowledge or experience in any of the following areas—you don’t need to cover all of them:Technical Areas of Interest:FMEA Standard detail knowledge ISO/IEC 17020 Inspection BodiesCommon Safety Method on Risk Evaluation & Assessment (CSM-RA)ISO/IEC 17065 Certification BodiesProduct Certification (rail products)EC Verification under the Rail Interoperability DirectiveCertification of Entities in Charge of Maintenance (ECM)Engineering Change to Rail Vehicles (RIS-2700-RST)Railborne & Non-Railborne Plant (RIS-1710-PLT)ISO/IEC 17024 Certification of PersonsRailways Personnel Competency SchemesWe’re looking for specialists in one or more of the following rail sectors:Rolling Stock Control Command & Signalling Infrastructure Energy Operational / Organisational Change Railborne & Non-Railborne Plant Comms & Software ECM PRM Safety in Rail Tunnels Certification of CompetencePlease note: you do not need to have experience in all these areas—expertise in just one area is welcome.What we're looking for:Engineering background (degree level or equivalent)A strong understanding of applicable technical standards (e.g. TSIs, EN standards, RIS, GMRT, etc.)Practical experience in the rail industry—typically 5+ yearsThe ability to assess competence and conformity in line with ISO/IEC standardsKnowledge of the relevant EU and UK regulations relating to rail system safety, interoperability and certificationDesirable (but not essential):Prior experience as a Lead Assessor to ISO/IEC 17020, 17024, 17065 or 17021-1 Clause 9Familiarity with accreditation processes or UKAS assessment proceduresThis is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking flexible, project-based work that makes a real difference in maintaining high standards in the UK rail sector.Learn More about the Role and Application Details:UKAS Technical Assessors CareersCandidate Privacy Notice:UKAS Candidate Privacy Notice