Network Rail
Team Leader [Signalling Maintenance]
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Who We Are
Join the Southern Region - where your work truly matters.
Covering Wessex, Sussex, and Kent, the Southern Region is one of the busiest and most dynamic parts of the railway. Our teams keep some of the UK's most vital passenger and freight routes moving every single day. This is a place where collaboration, innovation, and resilience are key - and where your contribution will directly impact millions of journeys. We are entering an exciting new chapter as we integrate with train operating companies under one national leadership, creating even greater opportunities to shape the future of rail. From supporting major modernisation programmes to improving performance for local communities and enhancing safety across complex operational environments, Southern offers a fast-paced, rewarding environment to grow your career and make a real difference.
Team Leader - Signalling Maintenance
Location: New Cross Gate
Salary: Standard Maintenance Contract £56,777 or IMC19 (if already on a current maintenance contract) £48,420
Hours: 35 hours per week (average)
Shift Pattern: Days, Nights and Weekends (Safety Critical Role)
We're looking for proactive, safety-focused leaders to join our Signalling Maintenance team. In this role, you'll empower and guide a dedicated team that plays a crucial part in keeping the railway safe, reliable, and efficient. If you're passionate about leading from the front, driving safety and performance, creating a positive team culture, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
About The Role
What You'll Do
As a Team Leader, you'll be the driving force behind a high-performing team responsible for everything from inspection and faulting to maintenance and renewal of signalling assets. Your role will be hands-on and dynamic, ensuring that every task is completed to the highest standards and in line with safety requirements.
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- Lead and inspire your team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
- Establish and maintain robust safety arrangements for staff and contractors.
- Ensure compliance with safe systems of work, standards, and procedures.
- Proactively monitor and check the quality of work, confirming assets meet all standards.
- Verify that vehicles, tools, equipment, and materials are fit for purpose and properly managed.
- Compile accurate reports and maintain essential records.
- Support the development and competence of your team.
Your Experience And Skills
Who We're Looking For
- Proven experience in planning, implementing, and managing safe systems of work to ensure compliance.
- Strong leader with the ability to motivate, direct, and embed a culture of safety within your team.
- Excellent communication, both verbal and written, to collaborate effectively and influence outcomes.
- Technical expertise in signalling inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques, along with knowledge of relevant standards and procedures.
What Could Set You Apart
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience.
- Willingness to drive vehicles.
- Working towards or holding SMTH and IRSE competencies.
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This is a safety-critical role, which means you'll need to pass a medical assessment and be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Your role will involve working days, nights, and weekends, so flexibility is necessary.
Perks That Pack a Punch
We offer excellent benefits, including:
- Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
- Up to 75% off leisure travel.
- Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
- Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
- Carer's leave to support those who matter.
- Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
- We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees.
Plus, more....
We're All About Inclusion
We believe that different perspectives make us stronger. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. If you're passionate about safety, leadership, and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. 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
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