Operative [Works Delivery Track]

Overview

Maintain and repair railway track components to ensure safe train operations.

Requirements

• teamwork
• driving licence
• problem solving
• communication
• manual work
• shift work

What You Bring

-Teamwork skills -Willingness to undertake medical assessment and drug and alcohol testing, as part of our recruitment process and whilst you’re working for us (it’s a safety requirement) -The ability to undertake physical manual work outdoors, whatever the weather -Willingness and ability to work shift patterns with a mixture of daytime, evening and weekend work -Good communication skills -A full clean driving licence -Problem solving skills

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Benefits

-30 days' annual leave -75% discount on leisure rail travel for you and your family -Extra earning potential: 35-hour week with overtime opportunities (there may be a requirement to work on call) -A fresh start - you don’t need to pay for expensive training courses or re-sit any exams, this is an entry level job and full training will be provided -Competitive starting salary for Works Delivery Track Operatives with the potential to increase for Works Delivery Track Technicians -Development in a range of practical trades and skills to get you to the next career level; many maintenance workers progress to management roles - there’s no stopping you at Network Rail -Great pension plus the chance to join Network Rail’s leading defined contribution pension scheme after five years’ service

About Network Rail

-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.

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Interview Process

-complete pre‑screening questions as part of the application

Security Clearance

-medical assessment and drug & alcohol testing -satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks