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Network Rail

Section Supervisor - Welding and Grinding - Wimbledon

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Network Rail
Operates and maintains the UK’s rail infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient train travel.
Supervise welding and grinding works, ensuring safety and quality at Wimbledon station.
7d ago
£46,000 - £46,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Wimbledon, England, United Kingdom
Field
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
asset renewal
resource allocation
work planning
inspections
safe work
quality control
  • Assisting the identification and proposal of asset renewals.
  • Assisting the allocation of resources.
  • Assisting the management, control and discipline of staff as directed.
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • Effective Planning : Work with a variety of disciplines, including S&T, Welding, and ETM, to plan and deliver work safely. You'll also coordinate the use of essential machinery, such as General Purpose Cranes and Road Rail Vehicles, ensuring that all reactive and planned works are carried out with the correct staffing and competencies in place.
  • Undertake specific inspections in accordance with standards as directed.
  • Carryout work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements and other instructions.
  • Assisting the development of work plans that enables work to be delivered safely, efficiently, and compliant to standards.
  • Deliver work in accordance with the relevant maintenance plans.
  • Undertake programme of staff surveillance, work quality, compliance and asset condition check as directed.
  • Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post and required by business need.
  • Lead Teams : Take charge of weekend works and abnormal operations, overseeing or assisting teams to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently. You'll run regular staff meetings to engage your team on upcoming projects, overtime requests, and training needs, helping create a collaborative and proactive work environment.
  • Provide appropriate information to update systems, databases, and records.
  • Prepare work and resource specifications and method statements including Safe System of Work Plans.
  • Supervise and check the quality of work delivered and confirm assets are compliant to standards.
  • Assisting the monitoring and review of staff competence and welfare.
What you bring
rail testing
lubrication
nvq
coaching
safety
communication
  • Able to coach, influence and develop others.
  • Able to demonstrate, promote, and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
  • Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Knowledge and experience of rail testing & lubrication inspection, maintenance, renewal, and asset condition assessment techniques.
  • Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.
  • Awareness of cost and waste control techniques.
  • Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures, and instructions.
  • Experience of directing and supervising worksites and the safe and efficient delivery of work.
  • Knowledge of resource and work organisation/planning processes and systems.
  • Ideally 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.
Benefits
  • Management Experience : Gain hands-on experience with responsibilities such as creating rosters for planned works, managing staff fatigue, and assessing team competencies. This exposure will deepen your understanding of workforce management and help you identify team strengths and areas for development.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
  • competency based interview
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
  • all offers are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks
  • mandatory drugs and alcohol test; positive result results in a 5‑year suspension
  • checks required for safety‑critical roles and pts certification
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.
Culture + Values
  • 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.
Environment + Sustainability
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.
Inclusion & Diversity
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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