Technician [Track Maintenance]

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Location: Wilmslow, GB

Department: Wilmslow Office

At Network Rail, we\’re dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you\’re part of a team that matters to millions. We value diversity, inclusion, and flexibility, and support a healthy work-life balance. We are a Disability Confident Leader committed to accommodating needs throughout the recruitment process.

Brief Description

You’ll help keep our nation moving every day by supporting essential maintenance of the rail network. This involves outdoor work in all conditions, working safely alongside trains at high speed, and supporting team efforts to maintain safety and efficiency.

The Role

As a Track Maintenance Technician, you’ll maintain, inspect, and repair the track network, including rails, sleepers, ballast, drainage, and structures. You will work outdoors in all weather, often transporting equipment across challenging terrain. Safety, teamwork, and leadership are key, as you may lead a team and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills and Qualifications

• Leadership and team motivation skills
• Strong communication abilities
• Knowledge of inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques
• Commitment to safety and safe working behaviours
• Problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn
• Relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 1 or 2, or equivalent experience

Additional Information

• Shift work including days, nights, and weekends
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Requires a driving license (category B) and within a 60-minute commute
• Pre-employment checks including drug and alcohol testing, medical, and BPSS

Application Details

Salary: £35,785.00

Closing Date: 20th May 2025

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