Track Maintenance Operative — Hybrid (35h/wk)

Network Rail; Baglan; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff travel discount

Rail season ticket subsidy

Healthcare package

Cycle to work

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Network Rail seeks diligent maintenance operatives in Wales and the Western region to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering focused rail maintenance. You will be involved in outdoor tasks across varying terrains, adhering to strict safety and operational standards while supporting passengers and freight services.

The role emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and proactive planning, with a focus on safety and continuous skill development within a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Teamworking is essential to deliver safe and efficient work delivery.
• Good communication skills are required for safe collaboration.
• Proactive planning helps ensure timely, prepared work.
• Ability to stay calm and productive under pressure while working outdoors.
• Respect for rules and safety procedures is crucial on site.
• Willingness to learn and develop relevant skills over time.

Responsibilities

• Work outdoors in all conditions, day or night, often transporting kit.
• Be safety-focused and work next to moving trains traveling at high speed.
• Collaborate with teammates to deliver safe, efficient maintenance work.
• Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a 35-hour weekly contract and hybrid/flexible working.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Proactive planning

Working under pressure

Following rules

Willingness to learn

Job description

Network Rail seeks diligent maintenance operatives in Wales and the Western region to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering focused rail maintenance. You will be involved in outdoor tasks across varying terrains, adhering to strict safety and operational standards while supporting passengers and freight services.

The role emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and proactive planning, with a focus on safety and continuous skill development within a supportive, inclusive environment.