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Operative [Track Maintenance] - 12 Month Secondment / Fixed Term Post

Network Rail

The Role

Overview

Entry‑level track maintenance operative repairing railway tracks.

Requirements

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

What You Bring

-A full clean driving licence -Willingness and ability to work shift patterns with a mixture of daytime, evening and weekend work -Problem solving 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) -Good communication skills -Teamwork skills -The ability to undertake physical manual work outdoors, whatever the weather

Benefits

-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 -Extra earning potential: 35-hour week with overtime opportunities (there may be a requirement to work on call) -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 -Competitive starting salary for Track Operatives with the potential to increase for Track Technicians -30 days' annual leave -Great pension plus the chance to join Network Rail’s leading defined contribution pension scheme after five years’ service -75% discount on leisure rail travel for you and your family

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

Security Clearance

-applicants must undergo pre‑employment checks. -must complete medical assessment and drug/alcohol testing. -offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory background checks.