The opportunity of a lifetime

The HS2 London tunnels is a mega project that requires thousands of people to turn the dream into reality. We are transforming lives and rebuilding communities, with a raft of initiatives to help vulnerable people into work, and create a legacy of lasting careers.

Our programmes provide employment opportunities for people who may be homeless, disabled, returning to work after a career break, or leaving the military.

Helping to build Britain’s first high-speed railway is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and hundreds of apprentices will play their part.

All our staff are welcome to join employee-run networks. This is a safe, inclusive project with big ambitions, so let’s get to work!

 

Our current roles

SCS JV is building the London tunnels for HS2, a new high-speed railway that will connect 30 million people. We offer an industry-leading combination of tried, tested and successful partnerships, worldwide high-speed rail experience, extensive national and regional knowledge.

We are searching for talent in the local community to help us build HS2 London tunnels. This includes providing the most vulnerable in society with the skills and confidence to enter the workforce, and striving to up skill and retain talent in the industry.

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Love what you do

Joining our team has many advantages, not least a sense of pride in being part of a ground-breaking project that is changing lives. Other benefits include:

Led by employees for employees, these groups embrace and support our diverse workforce.

We are said to be at the forefront of the construction industry. We welcome requests for part-time, remote working and compressed hours, and consider what’s possible for each role.

There are opportunities for further study and professional membership. Some employees take on additional responsibility, such as inspiring young people in schools and social clubs.

Our mental health first aiders and counsellors are available when people need support.

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Meet our apprentices

A few of our newest recruits spill the beans on what it’s like to kickstart a career on the HS2 London tunnels.

Julia Podlinska

Julia Podlinska
Apprentice engineer

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Gi-Ho Cheung

Gi-Ho Cheung
Business administration apprentice

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Raiem Williams

Raiem Williams
Apprentice engineer

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Daisy Muge

Daisy Muge
Apprentice site engineer

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Samah Awadella

Samah Awadella
Business administration apprentice

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Working in harmony

Joining our endeavour to build the HS2 London tunnels means you are welcome to access our networks. Led by employees for employees, these groups provide a safe place to connect with likeminded people.

Members support each other and educate the wider workforce on issues such as race, gender equality and identity.

Allies are welcome too. You don’t have to be LGBTQ+ to be involved in the Pride network, or female to support women!

Our inclusive culture welcomes everyone.

 

Employee networks

The Pride network’s main aim is to support anyone facing LGBTQ+ issues at work or at home, including parents of people coming out, for example. They are a sociable group, who like to meet for lunch or a pub quiz. They also hold topic-driven events to educate the wider workforce, such as a film night followed by lively discussion to mark International Transgender Day of Visibility.

Acknowledging that there’s a lot going on in people’s lives beyond work, this network launched during the pandemic. Monthly drop-ins are themed around topics such as becoming a new father or caring for elderly parents. With compassion, members share experiences, plus hints and tips about balancing responsibilities.

The Racial and Cultural Engagement network is dedicated to positive representation of previously underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, informed and culturally sensitive engagement, and compassionate treatment and equality of all races, ethnicities, and cultures on the project. Members participated in a panel event during Racial Equality Week to highlight the importance of equality in our growing team.

The Female Advocates in Infrastructure and Rail network provides a safe space for people to voice issues and share opportunities with one another. It aims to build allies across the project​ and support its members. Each year the network marks International Women in Engineering Day with well-attended events that celebrate and inspire all genders.

Lana – Co-Chair of the #FAIR (Female Advocates in Rail)

“I am Co-Chair of the #FAIR (Female Advocates in Rail) network at SCS Railways for 2022 to 2023. For me, this year is all about safe spaces, education and allyship. Yes, the FAIR network is about females in this industry but to truly create an inclusive culture, we don’t just need an all-female network. We need every single person, him/her/they, to be an ally, be open to educating themselves and to feel, empathise and drive inclusivity. I’m super-excited to see what this year brings and what change we can all drive together.”

 

A helping hand

How do you overcome barriers to work, such as homelessness, disability or poor self-esteem? Our programmes offer hope to people seeking their first job and to those wishing to re-ignite a career. With support, we can achieve great things together.

Working in partnership with London-based organisations Women Returners and STEM Returners, we support professional people who have taken a career break to get back into work. Mentoring and coaching is provided during the 12-week programme to ensure that those returning to work following a lengthy absence are fully supported. They are placed in a team where their skills and experience are valued.

Buses for Homeless (B4H) refurbishes decommissioned London buses into spaces suitable for people to live in while undertaking an intensive 12-week training programme. We support this social enterprise by providing land on site to accommodate separate buses for: sleeping; cooking and eating; learning; and wellness and therapy. We provide equipment, help with training and through our supply chain offer full-time employment to B4H guests.

As a Disability Confident employer, we partner with the Leonard Cheshire charity’s Change 100 programme to offer paid summer work placements to talented students and graduates with disabilities or long-term health conditions. The scheme aims to remove barriers experienced by disabled people in the workplace, to allow them to achieve their potential. All Change 100 interns surveyed said their experience improved their confidence in the workplace.

BuildForce is a construction industry initiative that connects talented military leavers and veterans with new roles in construction. As a partner, we believe that Royal Airforce, British Army and Royal Navy personnel are often highly skilled in disciplines that are directly required by the HS2 London tunnels project, such as civil engineering, logistics and supervision. We have already employed several people through the programme and offer them additional support with our Military Network.

Thomas Readman
BIM technician

“I feel that I am providing a positive contribution to their work. I am grateful for all the support provided”

Lucia Moradiellos
Business systems and audit manager

“My team are always willing to help and share knowledge, which played an important part building up my confidence”

Fabiana Pick

Fabiana Rocha Pick
Health, safety and wellbeing administrator

“Joining through the return-to-work programme helped me with my confidence because when you are out of the corporate world for a long time it’s hard not to worry too much about all the little things”

Success stories

Meet some of our valued employees who have joined us through a recruitment programme

 
Lucia Moradiellos

Lucia Moradiellos
Business systems and audit manager

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Fabiana Rocha Pick

Fabiana Rocha Pick
Health and safety systems manager

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Thomas Readman

Thomas Readman
BIM technician

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Sonal Pal

Sonal Pal
Technical assurance engineer

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