Operative (Track Maintenance) - Taunton PwsmLocationTaunton, GBDepartment NameWales & Western RegionAbout Network RailWe at network rail are dedicated to becoming one of Britain’s best employers and believe this starts with placing the candidate at the heart of everything we do!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. We’re passionate about great service and we ask ourselves, what can we do to put our passengers and freight users at the centre of everything we do? With this in mind, we pull together as one industry because we care about people and teamwork is key. Brief DescriptionOut in all weathers, you’ll play a highly practical role in keeping Britain moving. Across a wide range of manual maintenance tasks, the efficiency and safety of the railway is in your hands. About the role (External)You’ll be on the frontline, working shifts to deliver a variety of manual maintenance tasks. Whether your focus is on track, signalling or electrification, you’ll keep our assets in perfect working order. Which means you’ll pay a key role in keeping commuters and freight safe, and making journeys smooth.This is a hands-on role, working outdoors in all weathers. Carrying out general maintenance, your range of duties will include everything from shovelling ballast to carrying out lookout duties for your team. You’ll check all kinds of things, to ensure they are in great working order – from vehicles and plant to equipment, tools and materials. In everything you do, you’ll work safely and efficiently. If you’ve got what it takes, we’ll provide all the training, protective clothing and support you need to succeed.Essential Criteria·Experience of working in an environment where safety is vital·Willing and able to work shifts, including days, nights and weekends·A team player·Conscientious, reliable and hard working·Keen to develop new skills·Good communication skills, both in person and in writing·Meet the required benchmark for application screening questions·Must meet required online testing benchmarkDesirable Criteria·To hold or be working towards an NVQ 1 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject·Willing and able to drive vehiclesThis role involves days, nights and weekend working, and is a safety critical role so subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment.You must also be able to meet the required online testing benchmark score, in order for us to progress with your application.How to apply (External)Closing date: 12th of April 2021. Late applications will not be accepted. Click ‘apply now’ to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability statusWant to find out about what benefits we offer? All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
