Asset Engineer [Drainage & Off Track]

Network Rail; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave and leave flexibility

Pension scheme

Flexible / Hybrid working

Rail travel benefits

Health & wellbeing support

Family policies

Carer's leave

Job summary

Network Rail is seeking an Asset Engineer Drainage & Off Track to manage examination, assessment and monitoring of assets, ensuring compliance with standards and supporting route asset management and investment plans. You will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver a safe, reliable and sustainable railway.

This role offers the chance to contribute to performance and resilience of the railway while developing a career in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Incorporated Engineer status or active membership pursuit.
• HND or equivalent qualification in relevant subject.
• Experience of Drainage & Off Track asset management activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering input to the specification and management of Drainage & Off Track inspection and maintenance contracts.
• Support the development and implementation of asset management policies, standards and specifications.
• Assess asset condition and monitor compliance with company standards.
• Develop technical specifications for maintenance activities and support maintenance delivery.
• Monitor asset performance trends and contribute to investigations and preventative actions.
• Undertake assurance activities and asset verification.
• Support the development of maintenance, renewal and enhancement plans.
• Contribute to route business planning and investment decisions.
• Maintain asset information and records within company systems.

Education

Incorporated Engineer or working towards membership

HND or equivalent qualification

Job description

Who We Are

At Network Rail, we connect people, communities and businesses across Britain, helping millions of passengers and tonnes of freight move safely, reliably and efficiently every day.

Where People and Connections Matter

When you join Network Rail, you become part of something bigger than a job. You'll be part of a team that keeps the country moving, supports economic growth and helps build a more sustainable future. Whatever your role, your contribution matters, and the work you do will make a real difference.

We're proud to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be themselves. We know that diverse perspectives make us stronger, and we're committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We also understand that life doesn't stop when work starts. That's why we support flexible working where possible and encourage a healthy work-life balance, helping our colleagues thrive both professionally and personally.

Disability Confident Leader, we're dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. If you need any adjustments or support at any stage, we'll work with you to provide the assistance you need.

About The Role

Network Rail plays a vital role in keeping Britain moving, helping passengers and freight operators travel safely and efficiently across the country. We are looking for an Asset Engineer Drainage & Off Track to join our team and support the safe and effective management of drainage and off-track assets across the route.

You will manage the examination, assessment and monitoring of Drainage & Off Track assets to ensure compliance with company standards and support the development of route asset management and investment plans. Working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders, you will help deliver a safe, reliable and sustainable railway for our customers.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the performance and resilience of the railway while developing your professional engineering career within a supportive and inclusive environment.

What You'll Be Doing

You Will

• Provide engineering input to the specification and management of Drainage & Off Track inspection and maintenance contracts.
• Support the development and implementation of asset management policies, standards and specifications.
• Assess asset condition and monitor compliance with company standards.
• Develop technical specifications for maintenance activities and support maintenance delivery.
• Monitor asset performance trends and contribute to investigations and preventative actions.
• Undertake assurance activities and asset verification.
• Support the development of maintenance, renewal and enhancement plans.
• Contribute to route business planning and investment decisions.
• Maintain asset information and records within company systems.

Band 4C £43,588 - £53,167 Plus an Inner London allowance of £3,270.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave, plus statutory days, with the option to buy or sell additional leave
• Defined benefit pension scheme, providing long term financial security
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Travel benefits, including:
  • Up to 75% subsidised rail and underground season tickets
  • Up to 75% discount on leisure rail travel
  • Interest free loans for season tickets and station car parking
• Health and wellbeing support
• Enhanced family policies
• Carer's leave, recognising caring responsibilities outside of work

Closing date: 05 October 2026 - Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Drugs And Alcohol Standard

Depending on the role, candidates that are made a conditional offer, may be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your offer will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results will be securely held on Sentinel database and a five-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.

Network Rail adheres to pre-employment Baseline Personal Security Standard (BPSS), this is government standard for pre-employment vetting. BPSS government standard pre-employment vetting requires Network Rail to screen a potential employee's unspent criminal convictions and undertake 3-year career checks. Employment at Network Rail is subject to employees meeting the BPSS government standard pre-employment vetting.

Network Rail welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or another irrelevant factor. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should demonstrate their personal commitment to safety in their application.

Network Rail positively embraces flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.

Your Experience And Skills

What We're Looking For

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and encourage applications from candidates who may bring transferable skills alongside the essential requirements.

Essential

• Incorporated Engineer or working towards membership of a relevant professional institution
• HND or equivalent qualification in relevant subject
• Experience of Drainage & Off Track asset management activities
• An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques
• Knowledge of engineering policies and standards relating to Drainage & Off Track
• Working towards membership of a relevant professional institution

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer
• Member of a relevant professional institution

Diversity and Inclusion

At Network Rail, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. We value different perspectives and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported and able to reach their full potential.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or during employment, please let us know and we will work with you to provide appropriate support.

We're an inclusive employer of choice and welcome applications from everyone.