Overhead Line Operative - Entry-Level Rail Maintenance

Network Rail; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

75% discount on leisure rail travel

Strong pension scheme

Rail season ticket subsidy

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Job summary

Network Rail in Scotland is hiring an entry-level Overhead Line Operative to join our maintenance teams. You’ll work outdoors, often nights or weekends, to keep lines safe as trains run. Full training is provided and progression to Technicians is possible.

We seek people with a strong safety ethic who can perform manual work in all weather and on varied shifts. A full clean driving licence is required, and you’ll join a team with a clear career path and good pension and travel benefits.

Qualifications

• A full clean driving licence is required.
• Strong safety ethic and ability to work outdoor manual tasks.
• Willingness to undertake varied shift patterns, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and follow safety requirements.
• Willingness to learn with full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overhead lines as part of a team while ensuring safety.
• Assist in planned works, fault response and routine patrols.
• Work at height using appropriate equipment and tools.
• Learn from experienced technicians with potential progression.

Skills

Full driving licence

Safety ethic

Shift work

Manual outdoor work

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

Network Rail in Scotland is hiring an entry-level Overhead Line Operative to join our maintenance teams. You’ll work outdoors, often nights or weekends, to keep lines safe as trains run. Full training is provided and progression to Technicians is possible.

We seek people with a strong safety ethic who can perform manual work in all weather and on varied shifts. A full clean driving licence is required, and you’ll join a team with a clear career path and good pension and travel benefits.