Section Manager [Track]

Network Rail; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Discounted rail travel

Rail/Underground ticket subsidy

Volunteer/carers leave

Benefits platform

Job summary

Network Rail in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive leader to manage a section of the rail network. You will lead a large maintenance team and coordinate in-house staff and contractors to deliver inspections, renewals and routine maintenance of diverse assets.

You will plan, inspect and implement important tactical works with a strong emphasis on safety. The role is operational with on-call and out-of-hours duties, and requires driving as needed.

Qualifications

• Hold or be working towards NVQ level 3 or 4 in a relevant subject.
• Experience in maintenance, inspection and renewals on railway assets.
• Ability to manage budgets and deliver work to cost targets.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a maintenance team and contractors to deliver inspections, renewals and maintenance of railway assets.
• Plan, inspect and implement tactical works on a section of the rail network.
• Direct the work of teams to meet performance, cost and quality targets.
• Be available for on-call and out-of-hours duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Safety leadership

Communication

Change & improvement

Team coaching

Education

NVQ 3/4

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.

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

In this key role, you will be accountable for managing a section of the rail network. Leading a large maintenance team, you will enjoy significant responsibilities. Managing in-house teams and contractors alike, you'll make a vital contribution to the success of our ambitious plans. From signalling to track and electrification, you'll proactively direct the work of teams delivering inspections, renewals and maintenance of diverse infrastructure assets. You'll be personally responsible for planning, inspecting and implementing important tactical works. This is role is operational and there will be an element of on call and out of hours contact needed.

Championing safety as a top priority, you'll have the authority to recommend any necessary renewals. Managing budgets and driving engagement and development across the team, you'll see that work is consistently delivered to performance, cost and quality targets.

Due to the importance of your role, we'll expect you to respond to issues that arise, even when off duty

Salary -Step 1 £49,544

Grade -Maintenance

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
• Experience of managing the production and delivery of a comprehensive and compliant work programme
• Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team
• Able 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
• Comfortable working shifts including days, nights and weekends
• Hold or be working towards an NVQ level 3 or 4 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained an appropriate level of knowledge through equivalent relevant experience
• Able to promote and demonstrate safe working behaviours
• Knowledge of budget management and cost/waste control processes and techniques
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need

This role involves days, nights and weekend working, and is a safety critical role so subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment.

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 and we'll do our best to assist you.

Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer.