Overhead Line Maintenance Operative — Field Role

Network Rail; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Privileged staff travel

Rail/underground season-tickets up to

Healthcare offers

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted childcare, healthcare and e

35h/week hybrid/flexible working

Volunteer leave (5 days)

Armed Forces reserve leave (2 weeks)

PROUD recognition scheme (Wales & West

Job summary

Network Rail is hiring for operatives to work outside in all weather, day or night, supporting maintenance and fault response. You will be part of multi-disciplinary teams delivering safe, reliable railway services while following strict safety rules.

Role emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and the ability to adapt to shifting schedules. The position offers a 35-hour weekly contract with hybrid working and a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• Transferrable outdoor/multi-tasking skills
• Willing to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to follow safety rules and instructions

Responsibilities

• Perform demanding manual outdoor work in all conditions
• Assist in safe maintenance tasks and fault fixes with teams
• Be prepared with equipment and transport needs for the shift

Skills

Teamworking

Communication

Proactive planning

Working under pressure

Following rules and instructions

Willingness to learn

Job description

Network Rail is hiring for operatives to work outside in all weather, day or night, supporting maintenance and fault response. You will be part of multi-disciplinary teams delivering safe, reliable railway services while following strict safety rules.

Role emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and the ability to adapt to shifting schedules. The position offers a 35-hour weekly contract with hybrid working and a broad benefits package.