The Rail Engineer of the Year award is one of the most prestigious honours at the RailStaff Awards, honouring the expertise and vision displayed by those who drive the projects and systems that underpin our great rail network.
Bespoke asset management company GeoAccess was proud to sponsor the award in 2023 and lent its support once again 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.
Managing Director Mark Coleman presented this year’s award to Alina Lixandru of AtkinsRéalis. “It was such a hotly contested category this year,” he said, “and Alina is such a worthy winner.”
As associate director of complex infrastructure project & programme services, Alina has
proven experience of delivering major projects, demonstrating that engineering is a vital link between science and society.
She has co-authored an infrastructure management book to support students and published research highlighting the importance of slab track design, enhancing greener and safer journeys for millions of passengers. Over the past three years, she has also worked on secondment with HS2.
“I’m so excited to win this award. I’ve been working so hard for nearly 10 years and I’m really proud of what I’ve achieved over that time.
“I’d like to give thanks to my company and my mentors. It’s so important to get that support while you’re young and developing in your role. I’ve also had the support of my family which has been so important. This wouldn’t have been possible without the love I get back at home.
“I must also thank my husband for his patience, support, and understanding.”
Highly commended
Richard Stainton, Network Rail
Aidan Courts, AtkinsRéalis
Back next year
We have exciting sponsorship opportunities available for the 2025 awards.
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