Night Track Safety Inspector

Future of London

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Final salary pension scheme
Free travel on the TfL network
75% ticket reimbursement for National/
29 days annual leave
Hybrid working where possible
Cycle-to-work scheme
Discounts on travel, leisure, and more

Job summary

Transport for London is seeking a track inspection professional to manage and execute an inspection programme across defined track sections, ensuring safety standards and serviceability for scheduled train services.

The role involves leading maintenance activities, coordinating with crews, and maintaining adherence to engineering standards and safety regulations within a railway environment.

Qualifications

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Strong communication with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  • Analytical mindset with data management and problem solving.
  • High accuracy and attention to detail in track inspection contexts.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver track inspection programme to ensure safety and serviceability of track assets.
  • Inspect track to promote safety of customers, staff and contractors and comply with Safety policies and laws.
  • Manage maintenance work bank to meet programme quality and safety standards.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly inspection programmes based on track conditions and operational data.
  • Hold regular performance discussions with inspection staff; ensure data completeness and accuracy.
  • Monitor performance of internal and external contractors on track work and line-side maintenance.

Skills

Microsoft Office
Communication
Analytical approach
Attention to detail
Night shift
Physical fitness

Job description

Transport for London is seeking a track inspection professional to manage and execute an inspection programme across defined track sections, ensuring safety standards and serviceability for scheduled train services.

The role involves leading maintenance activities, coordinating with crews, and maintaining adherence to engineering standards and safety regulations within a railway environment.

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