Operative - Rail testing

DB Rail Testing Hither Green Direct (831132) G1
About Network Rail
As an Operative you'll be starting a rewarding career with Network Rail.
Our role is to run a safe, reliable and efficient railway, serving customers and communities. Our vision is Putting Passengers First – we're a company that is on the side of passengers and freight users; Everyone matters is our diversity strategy. By 2024 we will be an even more open, diverse and inclusive organisation that is better at reflecting the communities that we serve. By putting our passengers first, our strategy will help us to provide a more accessible and more inclusive experience for you.
You'll help keep our nation moving every single day.
A critical part of the work we do is the daily upkeep of the rail network. As an Operative you'll work in a small team, supporting essential maintenance to keep the railway running safely and smoothly for passengers and freight users.
Our Operative community comes from a variety of different backgrounds, and this might be the first time that you've even considered a career in rail. We're focused on your transferrable skills and behaviours and if you can demonstrate that, then we will provide you with all the necessary training to have you working safely and competently out on the network.
PLEASE NOTE: All applicants will be required to complete online assessments for these roles which will be sent out via email within 48 hours of your applicant. Operatives specialise in a range of disciplines but for this role you'll become a specialist in Rail Testing: This position requires availability for night shifts, as the majority of work hours will be overnight.
Our Operatives work outside in all conditions, at all times of the year, day or night. You'll be involved in demanding manual work, often with the need to transport kit across tricky terrain. Being safety focused, respectful of rules and a team player will be critical as you'll often be working next to moving trains travelling at high speed.
You're the one who shows up first and leaves last, who makes sure the van and equipment are checked and ready for every shift, and who drives the team from site to site. Your commitment to self-development and continuous learning is hugely important in this role and we'll provide you with all the training to develop both technical skills and non-technical skills. If you're joining us from another industry, the structured training will give you the skills and confidence to move into a rewarding career in rail. Today's operatives are tomorrow's Technicians and Team Leaders, and we offer a clear career path for you.
Our Operatives play a key role in our maintenance teams. You don't necessarily need rail experience, but you do need to show how your transferrable skills meet the following:
Proactive planning - being punctual, having the van and equipment ready and anticipating the needs of the team are essential to keeping our passengers and freight moving.
Working under pressure - working outdoors in all conditions, and with trains passing close by means you'll need to remain calm under pressure.
Here's some additional information which might help you.
Shifts Operative roles involve a changing shift pattern including days, nights, and weekends.
Outdoor working - Our Operatives work outside in all weathers and so you'll be comfortable working in different conditions.
Safe working - offers of employment are subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment and BPSS pre-employment checks . Driving - As an Operative you'll also need a driving licence (category B) so you can drive Network Rail vehicles.
Willing and able to work shifts, including days, nights and weekends
Good communication skills, both in person and in writing
Salary £ 31444 + Allowance
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Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail.All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced