Track Maintenance Technician — Safety‑Critical Rail Role

Network Rail; Woking; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Defined benefit pension scheme

Rail season tickets subsidy

Leisure travel discount

Flexible/hybrid working

Volunteer leave

Carer's leave

Healthcare Scheme

GymPass discounts

Cycle to work

Maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Job summary

Network Rail in Woking seeks a motivated Technician to join the Track Maintenance team, supporting the Team Leader to deliver safe, high-quality work. You will inspect track assets, diagnose faults, perform maintenance and renewal work, and occasionally lead the team as required.

The role requires safety focus, the ability to work across days, nights and weekends, and a driving licence. You will operate in a safety-critical environment with comprehensive perks and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning and implementing safe systems of work.
• Strong team player with the ability to embed a culture of safety within your team.
• Knowledge of track maintenance techniques, including inspection, faulting, and renewal.
• A valid driving licence and willingness to drive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver work safely and efficiently in line with approved systems, standards, and procedures.
• Carry out inspections, maintenance, and fault-finding on track infrastructure to keep the network running smoothly.
• Ensure tools, vehicles, and equipment are fit for use and properly maintained.
• Accurately report completed work and maintain essential records.

Skills

Safe systems of work

Team safety culture

Track maintenance techniques

Driving licence

Willingness to achieve competencies

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2 (or equivalent)

Job description

Network Rail in Woking seeks a motivated Technician to join the Track Maintenance team, supporting the Team Leader to deliver safe, high-quality work. You will inspect track assets, diagnose faults, perform maintenance and renewal work, and occasionally lead the team as required.

The role requires safety focus, the ability to work across days, nights and weekends, and a driving licence. You will operate in a safety-critical environment with comprehensive perks and development opportunities.