Assistant Track Maintenance Engineer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the railway sector is seeking an Assistant Track Maintenance Engineer in London. This permanent role involves managing a Technical Support Team, ensuring safety and compliance, and providing expert technical guidance. Ideal candidates will have relevant technical competence and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical competence required.
• Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the Technical Support team.
• Monitor asset performance and efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and support.

Skills

Interpersonal

Communication

Organizational

Coaching techniques

Job description

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Assistant Track Maintenance Engineer, London

Client:

Network Rail

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

a3eec4844907

Job Views:

3

Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

Brief Description

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference? Based at our busy Tottenham Delivery Unit on the Anglia route, this is your opportunity to lead and inspire our Technical Support Team—delivering expert support in track engineering, technical analysis, and performance. You’ll work closely with the Track Maintenance Engineer to help deliver key objectives and ensure the Maintenance Engineering team operates safely, efficiently, and effectively. If you're a track specialist ready to apply your knowledge in a leadership role, this is the perfect next step. No two days are the same, and with plenty of variety, opportunities for development, and strong support to guide you, this role offers both challenge and reward.

This role is a permanent position based in Tottenham DU.

About the role (External)

Key responsibilities include:

1. Manage and direct the Technical Support team to achieve business and functional objectives and meet key performance measures.
2. Manage development of individuals and the engagement of the team.
3. Manage staff safety and competence arrangements.
4. Monitor asset performance, reliability, productivity, and efficiency.
5. Provide technical guidance and support.
6. Lead and undertake survey and design work.
7. Manage assurance and non-compliance processes within the delivery unit.
8. Undertake technical inspections and investigations.
9. Coordinate track monitoring trains and analyze outputs.
10. Maintain the accuracy of systems, databases, and records.
11. Review and approve method statements and work plans.
12. Conduct staff surveillance, work quality, and asset condition checks.
13. Provide operational support to the Track Maintenance Engineer.

Candidate requirements:

• Relevant technical competence
• Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques
• Knowledge of safety and compliance management
• Understanding of operational railway environment
• Familiarity with standards and procedures
• Design knowledge and experience
• Incident management skills
• Knowledge of other disciplines
• Interpersonal, influencing, communication, and organizational skills
• Coaching techniques