technician [Track Maintenance]

TN United Kingdom; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking Technicians to maintain and repair railway infrastructure. This role requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and involves leading teams, ensuring safety, and developing skills through comprehensive training. Successful candidates will enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in safe systems of work.
• Ability to organize and control work delivery safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and faulting on the railway.
• Support daily upkeep of the rail network.
• Ensure safety and efficiency for passengers and freight.

Skills

Leadership and motivation skills

Strong communication abilities

Knowledge of inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques

Commitment to safety

Problem-solving persistence

Willingness to learn and develop

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2

Job description

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Client:

Network Rail

Location:

Salisbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

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Brief Description

Working in all weathers on the frontline, you'll carry out everything from maintenance to faulting. You'll develop your management skills by deputising for the Team Leader and support the daily upkeep of the rail network to ensure safety and efficiency for passengers and freight.

Our Technician community comes from diverse backgrounds. We focus on your transferable skills and behaviors; if you can demonstrate them, we will provide all necessary training for safe and competent work on the network. Successful candidates can look forward to a rewarding career with a company recognized as one of the top 50 places to work by Glassdoor in 2021.

Application Process

Applicants are required to complete pre-screening questions, which require time and concentration. Please read each question carefully before responding.

About the Role

Technicians serve as the vital link between the Team Leader and Operatives, specializing in various disciplines. For this role, you'll become a specialist in track maintenance, inspection, and repair, ensuring the safety and efficiency of the railway infrastructure.

Work is outdoors in all conditions, often involving manual tasks and transportation of equipment across challenging terrain. Safety, teamwork, and adherence to rules are critical, especially when working near high-speed trains.

Team and Personal Development

You will be a natural team player capable of leading when needed, ensuring work is delivered safely, and competencies are maintained. We support your growth with comprehensive training to develop both technical and soft skills, suitable for those transitioning from other industries into rail.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Leadership and motivation skills
• Strong communication abilities
• Knowledge of inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques in your discipline
• Commitment to safety and safe working behaviors
• Problem-solving persistence
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 1 or 2, or equivalent experience

Additional Information

• Shift work including days, nights, and weekends
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Employment is contingent upon medical, drug, and alcohol testing
• Driving license (category B) required
• Within a 60-minute commute of the location

Essential Criteria

• Experience in safe systems of work
• Ability to organize and control work delivery safely and efficiently
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of maintenance, inspection, faulting, and renewal techniques
• Willingness to work shifts in all weather conditions
• Ability to meet screening question benchmarks