Rail Section Manager – Lead Safe, Efficient Work Programs

Network Rail; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 556,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Choice of pension schemes

Discounted leisure train travel foryou

75% subsidy on Rail and Underground

5 days paid volunteer or carers leave

My Benefits platform - national and UK

Job summary

Network Rail is recruiting for a full-time permanent role based in Scotland. You will be responsible for coordinating a compliant work programme, promoting safety, coaching team members, and leading change initiatives.

Applicants should be prepared for day, night, and weekend shifts and are encouraged to apply even if adjustments are needed for accessibility. The role offers competitive salary (£58,194 + roster premium), generous benefits, and a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of managing the production and delivery of a comprehensive and compliant work programme.
• Ability to promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
• Ability to coach, influence and develop others.
• Knowledge of discipline-specific maintenance, inspection, faulting and renewal techniques.
• Able to lead and implement change and improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, both in person and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production and delivery of a comprehensive and compliant work programme.
• Promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
• Coach, influence and develop others within the workforce.
• Lead and implement change and improvement initiatives across projects.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to maintain alignment and clarity.

Skills

People leadership

Safety leadership

Stakeholder communication

Change management

Team coaching

Shift work readiness

Education

NVQ level 3/4 (or equivalent)

Job description

Network Rail is recruiting for a full-time permanent role based in Scotland. You will be responsible for coordinating a compliant work programme, promoting safety, coaching team members, and leading change initiatives.

Applicants should be prepared for day, night, and weekend shifts and are encouraged to apply even if adjustments are needed for accessibility. The role offers competitive salary (£58,194 + roster premium), generous benefits, and a supportive, inclusive environment.