Technical Officer [Track]

Network Rail; Swindon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28-day annual leave

Pension schemes

Rail travel discounts for family

Volunteer or carers leave

Rail/Underground travel subsidies

Gym Pass

My Benefits platform

Job summary

Network Rail is looking for joiners who will contribute to safe, reliable railway operations in Swindon and across the UK. The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to processes, and technical support across inspections and design activity.

Candidates should be able to communicate clearly, follow procedures, and drive when required. The package includes benefits and a strong focus on safety in daily work.

Qualifications

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Hold and retain the competencies relevant to this post and required by business need.
• Ideally hold or be working towards an NVQ level 1 or 2 (or equivalent) in an engineering/leadership subject.
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans and other instructions.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures
• Assist in the provision of technical support
• Assist in undertaking technical inspections, tests, investigations and analysis of technical data.
• Assist with the preparation of method statements and/or plans for design or work activities where required.
• Provide information and accurately update systems, databases and records.
• Contribute to your own development and that of others.

Skills

Teamwork

Written & verbal comms

Education

NVQ 1/2 Eng/Lead

Job description

Who We Are

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

About The Role

Salary- £31,860 per annum

For information about the process or an reason adjustments please contact [e-mail].

What's In It For You

Here are a few of the benefits we offer

• 28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
• Choice of pension schemes
• 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
• Gym Pass -access to gyms across UK
• My Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discount

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.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

Your Experience And Skills

Key Accountabilities-

• Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans and other instructions.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures
• Assist in the provision of technical support
• Assist in undertaking technical inspections, tests, investigations and analysis of technical data.
• Assist with the preparation of method statements and/or plans for design or work activities where required.
• Provide information and accurately update systems, databases and records.
• Contribute to your own development and that of others.

Essential Criteria

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Hold and retain the competencies relevant to this post and required by business need.
• Ideally hold or be working towards and NVQ level 1 or 2 (or equivalent) in an engineering/leadership subject.
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.