via indeed · 27 May 2026 ·10 days ago

Rail Management Engineer

Network Rail
Tottenham Full-time
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Who We Are
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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
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We are seeking a Rail Management Engineer to lead and manage the Rail Management team to achieve business objectives and performance targets while fostering a safe, engaged, and competent workforce. Oversee inspection, testing, and maintenance programmes, ensuring compliance with standards. Drive improvements in asset performance and efficiency, prioritise work plans, maintain accurate records, and carry out technical inspections, investigations, and quality assurance checks.

Every day will be different, but key responsibilities will include:

  • + Manage and direct the Rail Management team to achieve business and functional objectives and meet key performance measures.

  • + Manage development of individuals and the engagement of the team.

  • + Manage the arrangements for staff safety and competence.

  • + Identify and implement asset performance, reliability, productivity and efficiency improvement initiatives.

  • + Develop and agree inspection, testing and maintenance programmes.

  • + Deliver inspection, testing and work in accordance with the agreed programme.

  • + Manage the inspection, testing and maintenance of assets to standards.

  • + Prioritise work arising and agree work plans.

  • + Accurately update systems, databases and records as required.

  • + Undertake technical inspections and investigations.

  • + Undertake an agreed programme of staff surveillance, work quality and asset condition checks.
What's in it for you

Here are a few of the benefits we offer

Salary range: £43,588 \- £57,464 depending on skills and experience.

  • 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
Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know and we'll do our best to assist you.

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.

Your experience and skills
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We are looking for someone who meets the below essential criteria:

  • Relevant technical competence in rail management processes and techniques

  • Detailed knowledge of relevant standards and procedures

  • Knowledge of other functional disciplines

  • Knowledge of operational railway environment

  • Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills

  • HNC/ HND or equivalent qualification
It's not essential, but we would love it if you have:
  • Knowledge of coaching techniques
Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know and we'll do our best to assist you.

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.

Key Information

Vacancy Details
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Number of Positions:1
Contract Type:Permanent
Hours:Full Time
Salary:£43,588 \- £57,464
Location:Tottenham
Geographical Area:Eastern England
Closing Date:04\-JUN\-2026
Job Category:Site based Maintenance
Function:Eastern Region
Organisation:DH TME Services, Indirect (822203\) G1

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