Rail Signalling & Telecoms Technician – Field Maintenance

Network Rail; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Discounted travel

Job summary

Network Rail is seeking a technician to support essential rail maintenance activities outdoors. You will work in a team to keep the network running safely for passengers and freight, applying safe systems of work and strong safety leadership.

Training and on‑the‑job development are provided to build competencies on site. Responsibilities include coordinating tasks, ensuring staff and contractors comply with standards, and reporting progress with clear written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Transferable skills and behaviours relevant to rail maintenance.
• Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willingness to learn and adhere to safety standards.
• NVQ Level 1/2 or equivalent knowledge or training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with safe systems of work procedures and instructions.
• Undertake and direct work activities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Establish and maintain safety arrangements for staff and contractors.
• Check competencies of staff and ensure equipment and vehicles are fit for use.
• Report work completed and maintain required records.
• Lead and motivate the team to deliver reliable rail maintenance.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Know and apply permanent way inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques.

Skills

Transferable skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Safe working practices

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2 (or equivalent)

Job description

Network Rail is seeking a technician to support essential rail maintenance activities outdoors. You will work in a team to keep the network running safely for passengers and freight, applying safe systems of work and strong safety leadership.

Training and on‑the‑job development are provided to build competencies on site. Responsibilities include coordinating tasks, ensuring staff and contractors comply with standards, and reporting progress with clear written and verbal communication.