Technician [Signalling Maintenance]

Network Rail; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Rail in the Central Route, covering Birmingham, seeks a Technician to inspect, maintain and repair signalling and telecoms infrastructure to keep trains moving safely and reliably.

You’ll lead a dedicated team, support the Team Leader, carry out fault-finding, renewal work and record-keeping while working in all weather across the network.

Applicants must live within a 60‑minute travel time of the advert location and hold a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in arranging and implementing safe systems of work.
• Ability to organise and control safe and efficient delivery of work.
• Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team to perform tasks safely.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair signalling and telecoms infrastructure to support safe railway operation.
• Carry out fault-finding, renewal activities and record-keeping.
• Support the Team Leader in organising work and guidance of colleagues.

Skills

Safe systems of work

Team leadership

Fault-finding

Verbal & written comms

Signalling inspection

Maintenance & renewal

Standards & procedures

Competencies (PIC/COSS etc)

Driving ability

Education

NVQ level 1/2 or equivalent

Job description

Network Rail operates and maintains the railway infrastructure. Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We are an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us and you matter to millions.

In the North West & Central Region, we're proud to be building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. Different perspectives help us make better decisions, drive innovation and deliver a safer, more accessible railway for our passengers and communities.

Even if you don't meet every single requirement of the job. If you're passionate about making a difference and you believe you have the skills, potential and ambition to succeed, we want to hear from you. Find out more about our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail here: Equity, diversity and inclusion - Network Rail .

Our Route

Central Route is at the heart of Britain's railway, connecting people, communities and businesses across the country. From the busy commuter routes of Birmingham to the vital links between the West Midlands and London, our network helps hundreds of thousands of passengers travel safely and reliably every week, while supporting the movement of freight that keeps the UK economy moving. Home to Birmingham New Street, the busiest station outside London, Central Route plays a critical role in connecting England, Scotland and Wales. Whether it's helping someone get to work, visit loved ones or access new opportunities, everything we do helps keep people and communities connected.

About the role

Do you enjoy hands on problem solving and tackling complex electrical and technical challenges?

This is far more than a maintenance role. It's an opportunity to work at the heart of Britain's railway, using your skills to help keep passengers and freight moving safely and reliably across the network. Every shift brings something different, from fault finding using advanced electronic testing equipment to maintaining the mechanical systems that safely guide trains along their journeys. No two days are ever the same.

As part of a dedicated and supportive team, you'll inspect, maintain and repair some of the railway's most critical infrastructure. From signalling control systems, track circuits and axle counters to point machines, power supplies and telecoms equipment, the work you carry out will play a vital role in the safe operation of the railway.

As a Technician, you'll build on your existing Signalling and Telecoms experience and take your career to the next level. You'll have greater responsibility, supporting the Team Leader in organising work, motivating colleagues and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and performance. You'll carry out inspection, maintenance, fault-finding and renewal activities, whilst also having opportunities to step up and lead the team when required, helping you develop valuable leadership skills for the future.

Attention to detail is critical in this role. You'll maintain accurate technical records, ensure assets meet required standards and help uphold the safe operation of the railway. The decisions you make and the work you deliver will have a direct impact on colleagues, passengers and the wider communities we serve.

The role offers a varied shift pattern, with rosters provided in advance to help you plan around family, friends and personal commitments. You'll also work outdoors throughout the year, so you'll need to be comfortable working in all weather conditions.

Please note: You must live within a 60-minute travel time of the location stated in this advert, and hold a full UK driving licence.

Key Information:

Salary: £45,669 per annum

Closing date:01/10/2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

We'rea Disability Confident Leader employerand we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.

Your experience and skills

We are looking for someone who is motivated by making a real impact and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

• Experience of arranging and implementing safe systems of work.
• Knowledge of how to organise and control the safe and efficient delivery of work.
• Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
• Able to lead, motivate and direct a team.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of signalling inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques.
• Conversant with standards, procedures and instructions.
• Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post, required by business need.*
• Ideally hold (or be working towards) an NVQ level 1 or 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained an appropriate level of knowledge through equivalent relevant experience
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.

*PIC/COSS,Points HW2000, IBCL, Clamplocks MK2/MK3, HPSS,Train Protection AWS/TPWS,Train Detection DC Track Circuits, AzLM Axle Counters,SEM1 & SEM2, Interlocking Systems SSI & Westlock andSMTH or working towards