Asset Protection Engineer (x2)
Network Rail
Ensuring railway safety by managing third‑party projects and risk compliance.
7 days ago ago
£43,588 - £51,719
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Asset management
Systems engineering
Design
Operations & Maintenance
Consulting
Project management
Sector Specialisms
Marketing
Human Resources
IT
Logistics
Project Management
Finance
Property
Legal
Role
What you would be doing
engineering management
compliance review
risk mitigation
technical advice
design approval
project engineer
- Manage relevant engineering activities so that schemes supportprogramme requirements for outside and third party customers in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality to deliver the safety and integrity of railway operations and infrastructure.
- Assess and review all outside and third party schemes for compliance with current legislation, including Construction Design Management (CDM) Regulations. Review engineering design and/or construction proposals and activities.
- Manage the mitigation of engineering and safety risk to the railway associated with proposed and real time outside and third party activities.
- Monitor, assure and review all outside and third party schemes for compliance with Network Rail standards, procedures and requirements, regional specifications, systems and procedures to deliver a cost effective, high quality, safe and environmentally responsible approach to design, construction, commissioning and other technical activities. Manage the engineering approvals and consents required for the design and implementation of projects
- Support Social Value improvements working across teams to develop and support regional environmental requirements.
- Support the Senior Asset Protection Engineer, where required, on the technical reviews of clearance proposals for the region, external planning applications and land use changes by external parties whilst safeguarding Network Rail’s infrastructure and operational requirements.
- Support the Senior Asset Protection Engineer and Asset Protection Technical Interface Specialist, where deemed necessary, to undertake reviews of external party applications for discharge of planning conditions and manage the review of engineering consents to works on ex-railway land, subject to restrictive Covenants in benefit of Network Rail.
- Facilitate outside and third party scheme change, with analysis of risks and contingency within the specific project life cycle on the basis of engineering detail, to provide consent to enable project delivery.
- Provide technical advice in respect of all engineering design , technical specification and construction activities for safe delivery, including testing and commissioning, including site supervision where required.
- Carry out the duties of designated project engineer (DPE) for Outside Projects on specific projects and across various risk categories.
- Monitor internal and external design / specialist consultants and contractors for outside and third party schemes in respect of competence of contractor’s design, construction and specialist workforce.
- Carry out the duties of designated project engineer (DPE) for Third Projects on specific projects.
- Lead compliance with Network Rail engineering driven safety requirements and provide technical advice, conditions and approvals consistent with Network Rail policies and standards on allocated schemesPrioritise risk and provide assurance of robust engineering management for allocated outside and third party schemes.
- Apply relevant techniques and procedures of quantitative and qualitative risk assessment and hazard identification and analysis techniques to allocated schemes.
What you bring
project management
risk assessment
cdm
hnc/hnd
railway knowledge
chartered
- Knowledge of project management
- Previous experience in the management of outside and third party activities and mitigation of risk
- Knowledge of quality assurance
- Clear understanding of CDM, with the ability to recognise CDM duties, and associated requirements under Health & Safety legislation
- Knowledge of safety management including the concept of safe by design principles
- Significant knowledge of technical, safety and performance standards and their application to asset protection activities
- Knowledge of risk assessment, including auditing internal and external engineering competency
- HNC/HND or equivalent qualification or experience in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- In-depth knowledge of the operational railway and infrastructure
- Successful relevant experience in engineering disciplines, ideally with involvement in construction and design projects across multi discipline areas
- Membership of a relevant professional body working towards incorporated or chartered status
- Proven experience delivering rail-related projects
- Experience within an Asset Protection function
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Interview process
- interviews scheduled week commencing 17 november 2025
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Security clearance- employment offers conditional on satisfactory pre‑employment checks.
- may require face‑to‑face drugs & alcohol testing.
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Company
Overview
20,000 miles of track
Rail Network Span
The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.
30,000 bridges
Managed Structures
Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.
- Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system.
- Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets.
- Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership.
- Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects.
- Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts.
- Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK.
- Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions.
- Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers.
- Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK.
- Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.
- Safety first, always.
- We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
- We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
- We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
- We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
- We are committed to doing the right thing.
50% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
- Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
- Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
- Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
- Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.
40% Women
Senior Leadership Target
Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.
- Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
- Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
- Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
- Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.
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