The Rail Engineer of the Year award is one of the RailStaff Awards’ most competitive categories and it’s not hard to see why. Engineers provide the vision and abilities which drive the projects and systems on which the rail network relies. Without them there would be no railway.
Bespoke asset management company GeoAccess was proud to sponsor the award in 2023 and returns to do the same this year. Established in 2014 to address the need for inspections on difficult access sites, GeoAccess relies on highly experienced geotechnical and structural engineers, along with UAVs, ROVs, Rope Access and Confined Space Techniques. The firm works nationwide, covering a broad range of industries.
GeoAccess takes pride in its ability to tackle any job, no matter how large or small, with a professional and flexible approach. By marrying tried and tested methods with cutting-edge techniques, it provides the most efficient and cost-effective solution to all its client’s needs.
“The fact that rail engineers are being recognised for their excellent and critical work is brilliant,” says GeoAccess Managing Director Mark Coleman. “It’s a such prestigious title for someone to take home, and it’s great to think it might inspire others within the industry to aim high and get their ideas noticed.
At GeoAccess, we’re all about striving to make things better. We are genuinely making a change, and that’s why it’s so fitting that we sponsor this award.”
A fabulous example
Balfour Beatty Vinci’s David Millar was named Rail Engineer of the Year in 2023. David was in charge of managing the design and works for the West Coast Mainline Bridge and South Staffordshire Line Bridge – both very challenging projects with tight deadlines which were delivered on time and to the highest standards of health & safety.
Each member of David’s team was grateful for his drive and expert knowledge, not only on construction and engineering works, but also how to support and respect one another. He ticked all the boxes for the RailStaff Awards judges and was a picture of modesty on the night.
“I’m ecstatic, this is fantastic,” said David on receiving the award, “but it’s not just me who’s won tonight, a whole crowd of people have contributed to this and I’m so pleased to be here with them.”
The RailStaff Awards continues to shine a light on the outstanding work of the rail industry. It’s the event of the year and leads the way in cheerleading the unmatched individuals who keep the country moving.
“The RailStaff Awards are superb,” says Mark. “From nominations, through to judging and the award ceremony, the event raises the profile of so many talented individuals and of the industry as a whole. We’re proud to be sponsoring the Rail Engineer of the Year Award and can’t wait to be part of the event once again.”
Do you know an engineer who rises to the challenge and always delivers results? Who knows the industry inside out or has achieved an amazing feat of technical brilliance?
If so, do them the honour of nominating them for this prestigious prize.
