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Senior Asset Engineer (R&E) [Track]
Network RailYork, England, United Kingdom
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About the role
Who We Are
Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
About The Role
Lead the production of project requirement specifications and acceptance criteria for (R&E) [Track] engineering works to achieve the required scope and quality in accordance with company asset policies.
Salary- Band 3C. £55,596-£67,813 Salary dependant on competencies
Closing Date- 13th August 2026
What's In It For You
Here are a few of the benefits we offer
Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information
Your Experience And Skills
Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
About The Role
Lead the production of project requirement specifications and acceptance criteria for (R&E) [Track] engineering works to achieve the required scope and quality in accordance with company asset policies.
Salary- Band 3C. £55,596-£67,813 Salary dependant on competencies
Closing Date- 13th August 2026
What's In It For You
Here are a few of the benefits we offer
- 28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
- Choice of pension schemes
- 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
- Private Healthcare
- 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
- Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
- Gym Pass -access to gyms across UK
- My Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discount
Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information
Your Experience And Skills
Key Accountabilities-
- Contribute to the development of route strategies and the prioritised workbank. Manage the inclusion of allocated items into appropriate programmes and monitor through to completion, including approval of programme changes. Determine and advise on the implications if work is not undertaken in the recommended time-frame including impact on appropriate asset measures and outputs.
- Lead the development and implementation of the (R&E) [Track] renewal, refurbishment and enhancement work bank to deliver Network Rail's goals.
- Lead the specification and acceptance of the renewal requirements criteria for (R&E) [Track] engineering works including design approval and any specific requirements for acceptance of the equipment into maintenance.
- Following handover to delivery, support the development and implementation of projects to confirm the renewals requirements are correctly interpreted, that any changes in scope are agreed, the agreed deliverables in the asset management plan are delivered and that the scheme delivers the project remit.
- Lead the provision of (R&E) [Track] engineering input to enhancement projects such that they are specified and accepted in accordance with company asset policies and standards.
- Identify issues of national significance and elevate to the national team. Support the development and review of national standards relating to renewals and enhancements.
- Check that accurate and comprehensive records relating to the existence, configuration and modification history of (R&E) [Track] engineering assets are maintained and that they accurately reflect their current 'as built' status.
- Participate in investigations of incidents as required.
- Lead and participate in engineering verification activities in support of the verification programme.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of route asset management plans.
- Incorporated Engineer
- Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent
- Membership of relevant professional institution
- Substantial [Discipline] engineering experience, particularly related to renewals and enhancements
- Holds relevant professional licences and technical qualifications, or capable of achieving within reasonable timescales
- An understanding of policy and technical, safety and performance standards relating to signal engineering
- Holds valid UK driving licence, or eligible and willing to obtain
- Chartered Engineer
- An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques
- Knowledge of investment processes and procedures, including relevant computer systems
- Experience in the integration of complex engineering systems
- Knowledge of project management techniques
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 8120 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~12k in sampleP25 £27kP75 £40k
£25kmedian £32k£40k
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