Overhead Line Equipment Technician – Field Lead

Network Rail; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Privileged staff travel

Rail season ticket subsidy

Healthcare offers

Cycle to work

Job summary

Network Rail is recruiting for a Technician within our maintenance teams in the Wales and Western region. You will lead a team, ensure safe and efficient delivery of maintenance work and support continuous improvement in our rail system.

We value transferable skills and safety-first attitudes. The role includes shifts (days/nights/weekends), outdoor work in all weather, and driving responsibilities. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Leadership of a team to deliver safe, efficient work.
• Clear instructions to team and colleagues.
• Knowledge of inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal in the applicable discipline.
• Ability to implement safe systems of work and challenge unsafe situations.
• Continuous development of skills and competencies relevant to discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team for safe, efficient work delivery.
• Communicate with the team and colleagues effectively.
• Apply faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques as required.
• Ensure safety standards and safe working practices are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical skills

Safety focus

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Relevant qualification

Education

NVQ Level 1/2

Job description

Network Rail is recruiting for a Technician within our maintenance teams in the Wales and Western region. You will lead a team, ensure safe and efficient delivery of maintenance work and support continuous improvement in our rail system.

We value transferable skills and safety-first attitudes. The role includes shifts (days/nights/weekends), outdoor work in all weather, and driving responsibilities. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.