Signal Sighting Engineer
Network Rail
Manage SPAD mitigation and signal sighting activities across the assigned geography.
8 days ago ago
£43,588 - £51,719
Intermediate (4-7 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
signal inspection
form management
technical support
spad investigation
data analysis
compliance monitoring
- Plan, direct and undertake signal sighting inspections and assessments in compliance with Railway Group and Company standards and procedures.
- Identify opportunities for innovation to improve signal sighting.
- Produce and check signal sighting forms, sign off where allocated and maintain records.
- Provide professional technical support relating signal sighting as required.
- Lead the technical investigation of category A SPADs, convening the signal sighting committee as necessary.Prepare reports and recommendations for approval.Provide and analyse statistical data on category A SPADs.
- Monitor compliance with relevant competence standards, particularly in respect of projects and minor works activities, and address any shortcomings.
- Specify work relating to signal sighting and category A SPAD mitigation in order to deliver Network Rail’s goals.
- Convene signal sighting committee meetings as directed in connection with signal major and minor works schemes, CIRAS report and TOC/FOC complaints.
- Review the technical and procedural content of standards relating to signal sighting.Identify the necessary actions for complying with new or revised standards and recommend appropriate non-compliance.
What you bring
experience
onc
testing handbook
sentinel
committee chair
- Significant relevant experience
- ONC or equivalent qualification in relevant subject
- Signalling Maintenance Testing Handbook qualification
- Holder of Sentinel Signal Sighting Competency Committee Chair
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Security clearance- satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks is required.
- face‑to‑face drugs & alcohol testing may be required for some roles.
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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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