BD SM(Tr) Warrington South Direct (853112) G1
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Network Rail operates and maintains the railway infrastructure 24/7 365 days a year. Our purpose is to connect people and goods with where they need to be and our vision is for a simpler, better, greener railway.
This busy region sees 1.3 million daily passengers and moves 700,000 tonnes of freight weekly, with 571 stations making up a quarter of Britain's rail network.
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Maintaining the rail network is a key part of what we do every day. As a railway Operative, you'll work outdoors as part of a close-knit team, carrying out essential maintenance on the tracks to ensure trains run safely and reliably for both passengers and freight.
Our operatives come from all walks of life—this could be your first time considering a role in the rail industry. If you can bring those, we’ll provide the training you need to work safely and confidently out on the network.
Please Note: There may be a requirement to work on call in this role if you opt to take the Standard Maintenance Contract.
You’ll be responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the track network, (also known as the Permanent Way or P-Way) to keep the railway safe and efficient. This is a very manual role as you’ll be working with rails, sleepers and ballast that support the trains, together with their associated drainage and ancillary structures.
Your commitment to self-development and continuous learning is hugely important in this role and we'll provide you with all the training to develop both technical skills and non-technical skills. Today’s Operatives are tomorrow’s Technicians and we offer a clear career path for you.
Teamworking – Our maintenance teams rely on your hard work and you will play an important role within the team. Working under pressure – Working outdoors in all conditions, and with trains passing close by means you’ll need to remain calm under pressure.
Following rules and Instructions – It is important that you have knowledge of Track inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques to follow daily work instructions. Being familiar with maintenance standards and procedures would be advantageous.
Systems and standards would be advantageous, as well as previously achieved (or be working towards) an NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or gained through equivalent relevant experience, will help you excel in the role.
Here’s some additional information which might help you.
Shifts - Operative roles involve a changing shift pattern including days, nights, and weekends.
Outdoor working - Our operatives work outside in all weathers and so you’ll be comfortable working in different conditions.
Safe working - offers of employment are subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment and BPSS pre-employment checks. Driving - As an operative you’ll also need a driving licence (category B) so you can drive Network Rail vehicles.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and want to make the most of the skills and talents disabled people bring to the workplace -skills and talents we need in our business Click here for more information
Salary: £31,444 plus additional benefits (overtime, weekend, on-call, night rates)
Pro-rata annual leave entitlement
My benefits – our discounted online shopping site
A range of discounted offers including, childcare vouchers, healthcare offers – cycle to work, healthcare club discounted membership and other benefits
Subsidies of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets
75% discount on leisure travel
A choice of contributory pension schemes
2 weeks paid reserve leave for our Armed Forces community
Network Rail adheres to a structured pay framework, any salary offered will be within the pay range advertised.
Assessment Centre’s will take place in later December / early January. Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing.