Section Administrator [Off Track]

Network Rail; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; 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 discounts

Job summary

Network Rail is seeking an organised administrator to provide comprehensive support to the Sandwell & Dudley Depot section. You will manage rosters and timesheets, maintain accurate records in databases and ensure confidentiality and safety-critical documentation is kept up to date.

In this full-time, permanent role you will work closely with the Section Manager and other Administrators, contributing to a smooth, compliant operation across Midlands region. Closing date is 11 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience of clerical support and office management.
• Knowledge of relevant IT systems.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisation skills.
• Knowledge of operational railway environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Section, including rostering and timesheet management.
• Maintain accurate system records and update databases; open/close work orders as required.
• Support the administration of the Assessment in The Line process to meet operational and compliance requirements.
• Undertake general office duties, maintain confidential and safety-critical filing.
• Collaborate with the Section Manager and other Administrators to ensure smooth running of the team.

Skills

Clerical experience

Office management

IT systems knowledge

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Job description

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here . We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision .

About the role

The role is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to the Section, including the management of rosters and timesheets, maintaining accurate system records, and updating databases. This includes opening and closing work orders as required and supporting the administration of the Assessment in The Line process to ensure operational and compliance requirements are met.

The post holder will also undertake a wide range of general office administration duties, maintaining efficient and well¿organised filing systems with particular attention to confidentiality and safety¿critical documentation. The role works closely with the Section Manager and provides flexible support to other Section Administrators as directed, contributing to the smooth and effective running of the team.

This is a Full-Time Permanent Opportunity

Grade -Band 6 (Role Clarity Contract)

Here are a few of the benefits we offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Choice of pension schemes
• Discounted leisure train travel for you and your family
• 75% subsidy on Rail and Underground season tickets
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• My Benefits platform - giving national and local discounts on retailers, gym membership and more

Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know-we'll do our best to assist you.

For help with the recruitment process, please contact North West & Central Resourcing

• Experience of clerical support and office management
• Knowledge of relevant IT systems
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisation skills
• Knowledge of operational railway environment

Key Information

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Sandwell & Dudley Depot, West Bromwich

Geographical Area:

Midlands

Closing Date:

11-NOV-2026

Job Category:

Administration & Secretarial

Function:

North West & Central Region

Organisation:

BW TME Sandwell & Dudley Indirect (857101) G2