Track Quality Supervisor

Network Rail; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail infrastructure company in Basingstoke seeks an Engineering Supervisor for on-track machine operations. This role involves supervising machinery, ensuring safety, and managing quality standards. Candidates should be knowledgeable about track geometry and on-track machines. The position offers a competitive salary range of £38,000 to £46,000, with additional allowances. Join us to help enhance and maintain our rail network while fostering a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of types of On-Track Machines.
• Understanding of Track Geometry principles.
• Experience in track geometry measurement.

Responsibilities

• Mark up obstructions for tamping/stoneblower operations.
• Supervise on-track machine operations to deliver optimal output.
• Check clearances for tamping/stoneblower operations through structures.

Skills

Knowledge of types of On-Track Machines

Understanding of Track Geometry principles

Experience in track geometry measurement

Experience in setting out for On Track Plant

Competent to be an Engineering Supervisor

Job description

Our service impacts millions of people, and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network. We provide rapid access along busy commuter routes to our seven cities, servicing the varied needs of our business and leisure commuter services, including cross-border and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating daily, and we are steadily building capacity for growth. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day, and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices, take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing.

Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly, understanding that busy lives don't always fit around traditional working patterns. If you need flexibility to complete your role, just let us know, and we will do our utmost to support your career development while balancing other aspects of your life.

We aim to deliver a railway that is safe, reliable, affordable, and provides excellent customer service to everyone.

Brief Description

Delivery of all on-track machine operations to the required timescales, quality, and specifications.

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

• Mark up obstructions for tamping/stoneblower operations. Liaise with machine operators and check machine output to ensure high standards of work.
• Supervise on-track machine operations to deliver optimal output.
• Mark up design lifts and slues and verify schemes.
• Check clearances for tamping/stoneblower operations through structures.
• Plan and conduct site inspections to identify preparatory work for tamping/stoneblower operations, in coordination with Track Section Managers.
• Direct and supervise staff assisting with on-track machine operations.
• Maintain records of tamping/stoneblower operations in accordance with procedures, both paper and electronic.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Assistant Track Maintenance Engineer.

Job Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:

Essential

• Knowledge of types of On-Track Machines
• Understanding of Track Geometry principles
• Experience in track geometry measurement
• Experience in setting out for On Track Plant
• Competent to be an Engineering Supervisor

Desirable

• Knowledge of Track Geometry design

How to apply (External)

Salary: £38,000 - £46,000 + role-related allowances.

Application deadline: 26th August 2025. Please submit your application promptly, as the vacancy may close early if enough applications are received. Late applications will not be considered. The recruitment process involves a competency-based interview.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome applications from everyone. Network Rail is a disability-friendly employer, and we will accommodate reasonable adjustments during the application and interview process. Visit our accessibility support page for more information. If you require adjustments, please include a note in your application.

All employment offers are conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks. Ensuring safety on the railway is our top priority; therefore, safety behaviour is a requirement for all roles. Candidates must demonstrate a personal commitment to safety. Prospective candidates will need to pass a drugs and alcohol test, with positive results leading to application rescission and a potential 5-year ban from applying for safety-critical roles.