Jordan John
Railway Professional - COSS Competent & Vegetation Management Specialist
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About
A confident, highly adaptable, and hardworking Railway Professional with extensive experience in vegetation management and infrastructure support across various Network Rail projects. Proven ability to lead teams efficiently under pressure, maintaining high safety and performance standards. Fully competent in COSS and Site Warden roles, with a strong foundation in de-vegetation, tree surgery, and rail site supervision.
Time-efficient, dependable, and equipped with excellent communication skills, I bring a proactive and "can-do" approach to every challenge on the railway.
Experience
Site Supervisor / COSS - QTS Group Ltd - Wales and England
(2023-11)
- Supervising vegetation and de-veg teams on large-scale Network Rail projects across Wales and England.
- Responsible for site safety, productivity, and compliance with Network Rail standards.
- Acted as COSS and Site Warden, ensuring safe systems of work and effective site communication.
- Planning and delivering works to schedule while managing teams and liaising with clients and safety managers.
- Oversaw aerial and ground-based de-vegetation works, ensuring quality and environmental standards were met.
Vegetation Operative / Aerial Climber - QTS Group Ltd
(2022-07 - 2023-11)
- Delivered tree felling and aerial rescue operations across key rail infrastructure projects.
- Provided safety cover and emergency response in aerial operations.
- Supported supervisors in site setup, de-veg assessments, and tool management.
- Worked in accordance with safety protocols and client specifications on high-profile projects.
Groundsman / Team Leader / Aerial Climber - RTS Tree Specialists
(2021-12 - 2022-07)
- Led a team conducting full-spectrum de-vegetation on railway infrastructure.
- Performed aerial rescue duties and led tree felling operations.
- Coordinated worksite safety and helped mentor junior operatives.
Chainsaw Operative - LMS Rail Ltd
(2021-11 - 2021-12)
Temporary Contract. Assisted in structural timber works on Barmouth Bridge for Alun Griffiths.
- Conducted precise chainsaw work including pile cutting and splice cutting for structural fitting.
Groundsman / Aerial Rescue - RSS Infrastructure - Hereford DU
(2021-03 - 2021-11)
- Provided vegetation clearance and safety cover across Network Rail contracts in Hereford DU.
- Supported COSS teams and assisted with vegetation risk assessments.
Groundsman / Aerial Rescue - RTS Tree Specialists
(2020-04 - 2021-03)
- Carried out rail vegetation work including chainsaw operations and aerial rescue tasks.
- Maintained equipment and adhered strictly to safety guidelines.
General Operative (P-Way) - Renown Railway Services
(2018-02 - 2019-01)
- Worked on track renewals and general maintenance projects.
- Gained first-hand experience in permanent way and infrastructure support.
