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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 diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and are committed to creating an environment that reflects the communities we serve. We offer flexibility and support a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we will accommodate needs throughout the recruitment process.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Brief Description
You'll help keep our nation moving every single day. A critical part of the work we do is the daily upkeep of the rail network. As a technician you'll work outdoors in a team, supporting essential maintenance to keep the railway running safely and smoothly for passengers and freight users. Our technician community comes from a variety of backgrounds, and this might be the first time that you've considered a career in rail. We're focused on transferable skills and behaviours, and if you can demonstrate them, we will provide all the necessary training to have you working safely and competently out on the network. If you meet the grade, you can look forward to a rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that recently joined the top 50 in Glassdoor's 2021 Best Places to Work.
Please Note: There may be a requirement to work on call in this role if you opt to take the standard maintenance contract
About the role (External)
Our technicians provide the essential link between the team leader and the team's operatives. Technicians specialise in a range of disciplines and for this role you'll become a specialist in:
Overhead Lines: Working with high voltage systems you'll ensure our railway has the power to run the trains. Working at height is routine, and you'll use various types of specialist tools and equipment to measure, adjust, repair and modify cables and wires that keep Britain's railway running.
Our technicians work outside in all conditions, at all times of the year, day or night. You could be involved in demanding manual work, often with the need to transport kit across tricky terrain. Being safety focused, respectful of rules and a team player will be critical as you'll often be working next to moving trains travelling at high speed.
You matter to your team
A natural team player, you'll also be able to lead the team when asked by the team leader. You'll use your skills to deliver work safely and will check the team has the right competencies to meet our strict safety standards. You'll also be a role model for safe working behaviours and be confident to challenge any potential risks to safety, so that everyone gets home safe every day.
You matter to us
Today's technicians can go onto become tomorrow's team leaders. 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 and non-technical skills. If you're joining us from another industry, the structured training will give you the skills and confidence to move into a rewarding career in rail.
Your skills matter
Our technicians play a vital role in our maintenance teams. You don't necessarily need rail experience, but you do need to show how your transferable skills meet the following:
* Leadership You're able to lead, motivate and direct a team for safe and efficient work delivery.
* Effective communicator You'll need strong communication skills and be able to deliver clear instructions to the team and other colleagues.
* Technical skills You'll have knowledge and experience of inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques in the discipline that you are applying for.
* Safety You consistently role model safe behaviours, can arrange and implement safe systems of work, and are confident to challenge if you think a situation is unsafe.
* Problem solver You'll be persistent in finding safe and effective solutions. You'll consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures and instructions.
* Willingness to learn You'll consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures and instructions.
* Relevant qualification You'll ideally hold an NVQ Level 1 or 2 linked to the discipline you are applying for, or you have achieved an equivalent level of relevant experience.
Desirable criteria
* Personal Track Safety
* Controller of Site Safety
* OLE 01
* Authorised Person
* Full Manual UK driving license
It matters that this is the right role for you
Shifts
* Technician roles involve a changing shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.
* Outdoor working - Our technicians work outside in all weathers and so you will 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, including a hearing and eyesight examination.
* Driving - You will need a driving licence (category B) to drive Network Rail vehicles.
* Commute times - You need to be within a 60-minute commute of the location you are applying for.
Salary
Salary: 38,482 per annum
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