Shift Signaller Manager, West Hampstead PSB

CompanyNetwork Rail

LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/16/2026

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Description

Location

London, GB

Department Name

OA LOM West Hampstead (104763) G4

About Network Rail

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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.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Brief Description

Manage the operation of the Signalling Centre and Signalling Staff on a shift basis, maintaining that all operating standards and procedures are adhered too.Manage the operation of train services to deliver the highest standards of safety and train performance .

About The Role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

Direct and co-ordinate the activities of signallers within the Signalling Centre, to manage the safe & efficient operation of the Signalling equipment under their control.
Oversee that Network Rail train Regulation policies are adhered to,guiding or directing signalling staff on train regulation as required.
Advise and update Network Rail personnel, customers and contractors on relevant operating & train service information, to facilitate a high standard of train performance.
Establish that appropriate procedures are applied prior to, during &after engineering work by signallers and Network Rail personnel and contractors to provide the safe and correct operation of trains, engineering functions and protection arrangements of engineering works.
Maintain a log of incidents and unusual occurrences. Carryout investigations into operational incidents, interviewing Signallers involved in incidents and obtaining written reports where necessary. Provide written reports into incidents and investigatory interviews as required.
Administer for signallers effective team and safety briefings. Local Operations Manager with signaller development, discipline, Managing for health and Poor Performance

Arrange short notice cover for sickness, absence, etc, at designated locations when no clerical support is available, ensuring compliance with Network Rail guidelines.

Respond to mishaps, carry out emergency procedures and alert the appropriate agencies. Deploy designated staff in exceptional situations to optimise safety & efficiency.

Instigate requests for and facilitate the post incident alcohol and drug screening process. Oversee that safety standards are maintained through checks laid down in the Network Rail Safety and Procedures Manual as delegated by the Local Operations Manager.

Assess signallers using the Signallers achievement record work books,completing the appropriate sections and taking necessary actions as required if shortfalls in Signalling standards are identified during assessment of signallers.

Operate and assist on Signalling Panels or Signal Boxes as required and where competent to do so.

Maintain the Signalling Centre security and act as Fire Warden for the Signalling Centre.

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Essential

Educated to average standard & able to communicate clearly, written & oral

Able to react to emergency situations safely and effectively

Qualified to the relevant Signallers assessment level

Professional approach, focused on Safety, Business and Performance improvement

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Flexible and willing to undertake a variety of tasks at a range of locations

Previous signalling experience

Desirable

Previous signalling experience
I.T.skills
Full UK driving licence
Formal management qualification e.g. HND Management Studies
Formal safety qualification e.g. NEBOSH Certificate or Audit qualification

How To Apply (External)

Salary: £ 59,374

Closing date: 29th January 2026 . - Late applications will not be accepted.

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What does our recruitment process look like?

Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.
If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to you'll be invited to face to face interview with the hiring manager.

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