Operative [Works Delivery Overhead Line Equipment]

Network Rail; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Discounted rail travel for you and a)

Rail and Underground ticket subsidy 75

Volunteer or carers leave

My Benefits platform

Job summary

Network Rail is seeking an operative to support overhead line equipment maintenance. The role is outdoors, in a small team, with training provided. You will contribute to safe railway operations and passenger/freight reliability.

Based in Doncaster, the position is full time with opportunities to develop skills and progress within the maintenance team. NVQ level 1 or equivalent is preferred, and driving may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely following established procedures.
• Willingness to undertake work and duties for which you are trained and competent.
• Check that vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials are fit for use and stored/disposed of correctly.
• Commitment to personal development and adhering to company policies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with safe work procedures and method statements.
• Undertake work and related duties as directed, with safety and efficiency in mind.
• Check that vehicles, plant, tools and equipment are fit for use and properly stored and disposed of.
• Contribute to personal development and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Driving

Education

NVQ 1 or equivalent

Job description

Operative [Works Delivery Overhead Line Equipment]

IRC2370880

Who We Are

Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here . We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

Safe behaviouris a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision .

You'll help keep our nation moving every single day.

A critical part of the work we do is the daily upkeep of the rail network. As an operative you'll work outdoors in a small team, supporting essential maintenance to keep the railway running safely and smoothly for passengers and freight users.

Our operative community comes from a variety of different backgrounds, and this might be the first time that you've even considered a career in rail. We're focused on your transferrable skills and behaviours and if you can demonstrate that, then we will provide you with all the necessary training to have you working safely and competently out on the network.

And if you make the grade then you can look forward to a rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that recently joined the top 50 in the Glassdoor's 2021 Best Places to Work.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

This is a full time role.

Salary -£32,639

Grade -Maintenance

Here are a few of the benefits we offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Choice of pension schemes
• Discounted leisure train travel for you and your family
• 75% subsidy on Rail and Underground season tickets
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• My Benefits platform - giving national and local discounts on retailers, gym membership and more

Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know, we'll do our best to assist you.

For help with the recruit ment process, please contact [e-mail]

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements or other instructions.
• Undertake work and associated duties for which you are trained and competent.
• Undertake work activities as directed, in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with all relevant standards.
• Check that vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials under your control are fit for use and are used/stored and disposed of correctly.
• Contribute to your own development.

Adhere to company policies and procedures.

• Able to work as part of team.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post, required by the business need.
• Ideally hold (or be working towards) an NVQ 1 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.