Lead Railway Welding & Grinding Team

Network Rail; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Rail seeks an experienced Team Leader for a permanent role at Sandwell & Dudley Depot, West Bromwich. You will lead operatives and technicians on railway welding and grinding tasks, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery in all conditions.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience with thermite and electric arc welding, and a strong commitment to safety standards. A full driving licence is essential, and the team works across varied shifts near live railway operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in arranging and implementing safe systems of work.
• Experience in organising and controlling safe and efficient delivery of work.
• Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team; communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Operatives and Technicians on site.
• Ensure safe systems of work are established and followed.
• Monitor quality, competence and compliance of assets and activities.
• Plan and deliver maintenance and renewal tasks on time and to standard.

Skills

Leadership

Safe systems of work

Team motivation

Communication

Welding inspection

Standards knowledge

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinding tools

Job description

Network Rail seeks an experienced Team Leader for a permanent role at Sandwell & Dudley Depot, West Bromwich. You will lead operatives and technicians on railway welding and grinding tasks, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery in all conditions.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience with thermite and electric arc welding, and a strong commitment to safety standards. A full driving licence is essential, and the team works across varied shifts near live railway operations.