Information Co-ordinator

Network Rail; Crawley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Defined benefit pension scheme

Rail and underground season ticket sub

Up to 75% off leisure travel

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Volunteer leave

Carer's leave

Healthcare Scheme

GymPass discounts

Cycle to work

Job summary

Network Rail is seeking a track maintenance professional to keep the railway network safe and operating. The role involves repairing and maintaining track infrastructure across sites, with day, night and weekend shifts required. You will work outdoors in all weather and prioritise safety in every task.

Applicants should hold a Full UK driving licence and be ready to travel as maintenance needs arise, supporting the wider team in fault finding and emergency repairs.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to work across multiple sites as needed.
• Safety-conscious with an emphasis on compliant practices.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain essential track infrastructure to keep the network safe and reliable.
• Travel to different sites across locations as maintenance needs arise.
• Work outdoors in all weather, including day and night shifts.
• Support safe working practices, including lookout duties and following all safety procedures.
• Assist with fault finding, inspections, and emergency repairs as required.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Join the Southern Region where your work truly matters.

Covering Wessex, Sussex, and Kent, the Southern Region is one of the busiest and most dynamic parts of the railway. Our teams keep some of the UKs most vital passenger and freight routes moving every single day. This is a place where collaboration, innovation, and resilience are key and where your contribution will directly impact millions of journeys. We are entering an exciting new chapter as we integrate with train operating companies under one national leadership, creating even greater opportunities to shape the future of rail. From supporting major modernisation programmes to improving performance for local communities and enhancing safety across complex operational environments, Southern offers a fast-paced, rewarding environment to grow your career and make a real difference.

About the role

What You'll Do

Repair and maintain: Carry out essential track maintenance, inspections, and repairs to keep the network running safely.

Travel to sites: Work across different locations as maintenance needs arise.

Work outdoors: In all weather conditions, day or night you'll help keep the railway safe and operational.

Prioritise safety: Support safe working practices, including lookout duties and following all safety procedures.

Support the wider team: Assist with fault finding, inspections, and emergency repairs when required.

Your experience and skills

What you'll need

Team player with great communication skills.

Punctual and proactive ready for the next job.

Calm under pressure and safety-focused.

Willing to learn and grow.

Full UK driving licence.

Why You'll Love It Here

Training: We'll give you the skills to succeed.

Career Path: Today's operatives are tomorrow's technicians and leaders.

Team Spirit: Work with people who care about making a difference.

This is a safety-critical role, requiring you to pass a medical assessment and undergo drug and alcohol testing. Flexibility is essential as the role involves working days, nights, and weekends.

Perks That Pack a Punch:

We offer excellent benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
• Up to 75% off leisure travel.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
• Carer's leave to support those who matter.
• Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.

We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees.

We're All About Inclusion

We believe diversity drives innovation. Whoever you are, however you identify, wherever you're from ¿ if you've got the skills and the spark, we want you on our team. No suits required. Just bring your authentic self.

Drugs and Alcohol Standard:

All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 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

Key Information

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Three Bridges Rail Operating Centre, Crawley