Operative [Track Maintenance] - #193743

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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.

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

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

This is a Full-Time/ Permanent Role

Salary - £32,639

Grade - Maintenance

*Please Note: There may be a requirement to work on call in this role if you opt to take the Standard Maintenance contract.

Here are a few of the benefits we offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Choice of pension schemes
• Discounted leisure train travel for you and your family
• 75% subsidy on Rail and Underground season tickets
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• My Benefits platform - giving national and local discounts on retailers, gym membership and more

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-we'll do our best to assist you.

For further information about the role, please contact Jamie Lovegrove

For help with the recruitment process, please contact North West & Central Resourcing Team

PLEASE NOTE - all offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks: .

Your experience and skills

• Able to work as part of team.

• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post, required by the business need.

• Ideally hold (or be working towards) an NVQ 1 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.

Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.

Key Information

Vacancy Details

Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Location: Watford Phoenix House, Watford Geographical Area: North West England Closing Date: 15-JUL-2026 Job Category: Engineering and Asset Management Function: North West & Central Region Organisation: BQ SM(Tr) Watford Direct (859211) G1

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