Railway Maintenance Specialist

1 week ago


York, York City, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused individual to join our team as a Technician in the Distribution and Plant discipline. As a key member of our maintenance team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our electrified rail network.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work as part of a team to maintain and repair the electrification system, ensuring that the railway has the power to run trains, signals, and stations.
  • Perform manual work in all weather conditions, often transporting kit across challenging terrain.
  • Lead the team when required, using your skills to deliver work safely and ensuring that team members have the necessary competencies to meet our strict safety standards.
  • Be a role model for safe working behaviors and challenge any potential risks to safety.
Requirements
  • Leadership skills: able to lead, motivate, and direct a team for safe and efficient work delivery.
  • Effective communication skills: able to deliver clear instructions to the team and other colleagues.
  • Technical skills: knowledge and experience of inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques in the Distribution and Plant discipline.
  • Safety focus: consistently role model safe behaviors, arrange and implement safe systems of work, and challenge if you think a situation is unsafe.
  • Problem-solving skills: persistent in finding safe and effective solutions.
  • Willingness to learn: consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline.
  • Relevant qualification: ideally hold an NVQ Level 1 or 2 linked to the Distribution and Plant discipline, or equivalent level of relevant experience.
What We Offer
  • A rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that values its employees and provides opportunities for growth and development.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The chance to work in a dynamic and challenging environment with a team of experienced professionals.
  • The opportunity to develop your skills and competencies in a supportive and safety-focused environment.

Please note that this role may require working on call, and you will be required to pass a medical assessment and BPSS pre-employment checks. You will also need to hold a driving license (category B) and be within a 60-minute commute of the location you are applying for.



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