Network Rail
Who We Are
Join Network Rail – Where People and Connections Matter. At Network Rail, we’re dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you’re not just part of a team – you’re part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we’ll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
About the Role
With a remit spanning inspection, maintenance, and renewal, you’ll provide vital support to a Works Delivery Manager. Supervising the delivery of work and carrying out inspections, you’ll be integral to keeping our assets compliant. You’ll take a hands-on role, assisting with the management of staff, checking the quality of work, and actively promoting safety. We’ll look to you to prioritise work during your shift, prepare work and resource specifications, and assist in the allocation of resources.
Along the way, you’ll keep a range of systems, databases, and records up to date. Crucially, as well as furthering your own skills, you’ll help others with their development. This is a Full-Time/Permanent Role.
Salary – (IMC26 – £61,103)
Grade – Maintenance
Benefits We Offer
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Choice of pension schemes
- Discounted leisure train travel for you and your family
- 75% subsidy on Rail and Underground season tickets
- 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
- My Benefits platform – giving national and local discounts on retailers, gym membership, and more
Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know – we’ll do our best to assist you.
For further information about the role, please contact Gavin Bayliss.
For help with the recruitment process, please contact North West & Central Resourcing.
Your Experience and Skills
Essential Criteria
- Experience of directing and supervising worksites and the safe and efficient delivery of work
- Knowledge of processes for planning and organising work and resources
- Knowledge of discipline-specific maintenance, inspection, faulting, and renewal techniques
- Able to coach, influence, and develop others
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Comfortable working shifts including days, nights, and weekends
Desirable Criteria
- Hold or be working towards an NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained an appropriate level of knowledge through equivalent relevant experience
- Awareness of cost and waste control techniques
- Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need
This role involves days, nights, and weekend working, and is a safety-critical role, so it is subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment.
