Rail Maintenance Operative – Outdoor Multi‑Skill Team

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted staff membership

Discounted travel

Job summary

Network Rail in the United Kingdom is recruiting operatives for the Wales and Western region to join our maintenance teams. You don't need rail experience, but your transferrable skills will help deliver safe, reliable, and punctual train services.

You will work outdoors, in all conditions, following safety rules, with a focus on teamwork, communication, and proactive planning to support fault fixes and passenger movement. The role offers a 35-hour week, hybrid working, and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Teamwork required in maintenance teams.
• Good communication skills to work safely.
• Proactive planning: punctual, ready van and equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure outdoors with trains nearby.
• Follow rules and instructions, but able to raise safety concerns.
• Willingness to learn and keep up with new standards and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Planning

Pressure

Rules adherence

Willingness to learn

Job description

Network Rail in the United Kingdom is recruiting operatives for the Wales and Western region to join our maintenance teams. You don't need rail experience, but your transferrable skills will help deliver safe, reliable, and punctual train services.

You will work outdoors, in all conditions, following safety rules, with a focus on teamwork, communication, and proactive planning to support fault fixes and passenger movement. The role offers a 35-hour week, hybrid working, and a benefits package.