Who We Are
At Network Rail, We are part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain and operate our network. Now is a fantastic time to join our team in Wales and the Western Region as we finalize the reforms to our maintenance organisation which will deliver a safer, more reliable and punctual service for passengers and employees.
- Individual rostering – enabling us to send the right number of people to fix a fault.
- Multi‑skilling – investing in the knowledge and skills of our people so they are better equipped to fix the most common faults themselves.
- Accelerated and improved technology deployment – we have a raft of labour and life‑saving technology ready to be rolled out.
Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We are an organisation where people matter. When you’re part of our team, you matter to us and to millions.
We are an inclusive employer of choice and welcome applications from everyone. We provide opportunities to learn and grow through personal and professional development, and if you make the grade you can look forward to a rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that joined the top 50 in Glassdoor’s 2021 Best Places to Work.
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About the Role
This is an electrical‑based role which requires applicants to already be qualified in electrical installation qualifications at a minimum of NVQ level 2. NVQ level 3 is preferred. Competence may be awarded at level 2 if the individual has successfully achieved the following: a) C&G 2382 and C&G 2365; b) an advanced apprenticeship in railway engineering with an electrical E&P bias; c) courses deemed equivalent to either of the above, such as courses provided by the armed services; d) provide evidence of previous experience in an electrical industry verified as acceptable by the Route Head of Asset (E&P), or their delegated authority. The following qualifications may also be considered acceptable but are not limited to:
- City & Guilds – 236 Part 2, 2360, 2330, 2365, 2357, 8202 or 5357 and 2381.
- BTEC – Level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Electrical Installation.
- EAL – Level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Electrical Installation.
Our technicians work outside in all conditions, at all times of the year, day or night. You could 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 will often be working next to moving trains travelling at high speed.
Salary – £45,669 per annum.Closing Date – 11th June 2026.Late applications will not be accepted.This is a 6‑month fixed‑term contract.
If you require any assistance with your vacancy or reasonable adjustments, please email WalesResourcing@networkrail.co.uk.
Your Experience And Skills
You will be a natural team player and, if asked by the team leader, will also be able to lead the team. You will use your skills to deliver work safely and will check the team has the right competencies to meet our strict safety standards. You will also be a role model for safe working behaviours and be confident to challenge any potential risks to safety, so that everyone gets home safe every day.
Today’s technicians can go on to become tomorrow’s team leaders.
Your Skills Matter
Our technicians play a vital role in our maintenance teams. You do not necessarily need rail experience, but you do need to show how your transferable skills meet the following:
- Leadership – you are able to lead, motivate and direct a team for safe and efficient work delivery.
- Effective communicator – you will need strong communication skills and be able to deliver clear instructions to the team and other colleagues.
- Technical skills – you have knowledge and experience of inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques in the discipline that you are applying for.
- Safety – you consistently role‑model safe behaviours, can arrange and implement safe systems of work, and are confident to challenge if you think a situation is unsafe.
- Problem solver – you will be persistent in finding safe and effective solutions and consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures and instructions.
- Willingness to learn – you consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures and instructions.
- Relevant qualification – you ideally hold an NVQ Level 1 or 2 linked to the discipline you are applying for, or you have achieved an equivalent level of relevant experience.
It matters that this is the right role for you
Here’s some additional information which might help you.
- Shifts – Technician roles involve a changing shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.
- Outdoor working – Our technicians work outside in all weathers and so you will 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. This will include a hearing and eyesight examination.
- Driving – As a technician you will also need a driving licence (category B) so you can drive Network Rail vehicles.
- Commute times – You will also need to be within a 60‑minute commute of the location you are applying for.
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