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Team Leader [Overhead Line Equipment]- Kettering Faraday House

Network Rail

The Role

Overview

Lead a team to safely inspect, maintain, fault and renew overhead line equipment.

Requirements

  • communication
  • maintenance
  • leadership
  • nvq
  • driving
  • standards

What You Bring

-Excellent communication skills, both in person and in writing -Knowledge of discipline-specific maintenance, inspection, faulting and renewal techniques -A clear and inspirational leader with a strong sense of direction -Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need -Experience of organising and controlling the safe and efficient delivery of work -Hold or be working towards an NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained the appropriate level of knowledge gained through equivalent relevant experience -Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures and instructions

The Company

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.

Sector Specialisms

Marketing

Human Resources

IT

Logistics

Project Management

Finance

Property

Legal

Business Strategy

Telecommunications

Signalling

Electrification Control Systems

Train Radio Systems

Lineside Communications

Level Crossing CCTV

Station Information Systems

Security Systems

Transmission Systems

Fibre Optic and Copper Cable Networks

Analogue Radio Networks

Mobile Communication Applications

Safety and Compliance

Fire Safety

System Engineering

Infrastructure Maintenance

Civil Engineering

Interview Process

-recruitment specialist reviews cv; if criteria match, candidate is invited to interview.

Security Clearance

-offers conditional on satisfactory pre‑employment checks. -subject to drug and alcohol testing and relevant medical assessment.