Overview
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Location
Birmingham, GB
Department
BW SM(S) Coventry Direct (857511) G1
About Network Rail
Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter. At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments, click here.
Brief Description
From establishing safety arrangements to checking the quality of work, you'll direct and inspire the success of a team involved in everything from inspection and faulting, through to maintenance and renewal.
Role Details
External - We'll direct, organise and motivate a high performing team. From inspection and faulting through to maintenance and renewal, you'll play a hands-on role. You'll ensure everything is done efficiently and to the highest standards. Safety will be a priority. You'll establish appropriate safety arrangements and ensure Network Rail staff and contractors follow safe systems of work. Proactively controlling and checking the quality of work and the competence of your people, you'll ensure assets are fully compliant and all vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials are fit for purpose. You will compile a range of vital reports.
Responsibilities
* Direct, organise and motivate a high performing team.
* Oversee inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal activities.
* Establish safety arrangements and ensure safe systems of work for Network Rail staff and contractors.
* Control and check the quality of work and the competence of team members.
* Ensure assets are fully compliant and all equipment is fit for purpose.
* Prepare and compile vital reports.
Essential Criteria
* Experience of organising and controlling the safe and efficient delivery of work
* Excellent communication skills, both in person and in writing
* Knowledge of discipline-specific maintenance, inspection, faulting and renewal techniques
* Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures and instructions
* A clear and inspirational leader with a strong sense of direction
Desirable Criteria
* 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
* Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need
Other Requirements
This role involves days, nights and weekend working, and is a safety critical role so subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment.
Salary
£52,797
Closing date
22nd September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.
How to Apply (External)
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Recruitment Process
What does our recruitment process look like?
* Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.
* If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to an interview.
Benefits
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