Location
London, GB
Department Name
CV Distribution and Plant Section Manager Raynes Park (880817) G1
About Network Rail
At Network Rail, we're 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.
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 services and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. 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 and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing.
Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don't always fit around a traditional working pattern, if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our upmost to help you to invest in your career with uswhile balancing other aspects of your life.
We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone . For more information about Network Rail click here .
Brief Description
Section Supervisor – Distribution and Plant
Location: Raynes Park
Organisation: Network Rail
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed term Contract / Secondment 12 months (
Please note this role has the potential to be extended or turn into a permanent post in the future)
Be part of something new at Network Rail.
We're building a diverse and dynamic team in Raynes Park and are looking for a Section Supervisor to help shape the future of Britain's railway. This is a hands-on role working on frontline high-voltage rail infrastructure, offering excellent training, clear career progression, and the chance to make a real impact.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If you're passionate about safety, teamwork, and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
About The Role (External)
What You'll Be Doing
- Supervising and checking the quality of work delivered, ensuring assets meet safety and engineering standards.
- Carrying out work safely in line with procedures and method statements.
- Supporting inspections, prioritising work, and preparing resource plans.
- Assisting in the development of safe, efficient work plans and identifying asset renewals.
- Allocating resources and updating systems and records.
- Supporting staff development, welfare, and competence monitoring.
- Contributing to your own learning and helping others grow.
What We're Looking For
- Experience supervising worksites and delivering work safely and efficiently.
- Understanding of work planning, resource organisation, and rail maintenance techniques.
- Strong communication skills – both verbal and written.
- Ability to coach, influence, and support others in a team environment.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, or relevant experience.
- Willingness and ability to drive vehicles as required.
If you don't meet every requirement but believe you have the skills and mindset to succeed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.
What We Offer
- A welcoming, inclusive workplace culture
- Structured training and development
- Clear career progression pathways
- Competitive salary and benefits
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact
Apply now and help keep Britain's railway running safely and efficiently.
We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a supporter of flexible working. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.
How To Apply (External)
Salary starting from £54,000 + Role associated allowances + Location Allowances
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Closing date: 27th August 2025
Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications.Late applications will not be accepted.
Please note the recruitment process for this role is a Competency based interview.
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We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone!
Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.
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All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do.
Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail.You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.
Drugs and Alcohol Standard:
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 
