Assurance Engineer - HO

This role sits within Supply Chain Operations (SCO), an area of the business which supplies and delivers the logistics, materials, components, rail, and road fleet that enable the maintenance and renewal of the railway.

SCO keeps the materials, machinery and components required by its customers moving – making sure they are on-site when needed so work can go ahead as planned and on schedule.

Construction Services (CS) plans and delivers Track and Overhead Line Renewals Projects using the Overhead Line Engineering (OLE) Train, On-Track-Plant, and the Ballast Cleaning System (BCS). The team is committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure projects while embracing innovative, more efficient ways of working.

The Directorate is structured into five teams reporting into the Construction Services Director: Engineering, Planning, OLE Delivery, Track Delivery, and Programme Change. Works are planned and delivered using an internal Network Rail workforce, with Construction Services acting as Principal Contractor, Principal Designer, and POS approval holder.

During Control Period 7 (2024-29) Construction Services is remitted to plan and deliver Ballast Cleaning projects on North West & Central and Network Rail High Speed regions, and OLE renewals across North West & Central region.

The team operates nationally from its Crewe and Bletchley Construction Depots, with support roles based at Birmingham and Milton Keynes.

Construction Services (CS) - Engineering is composed of highly qualified Engineers with years of experience in the rail sector, certified in multiple disciplines, and backed by strong problem-solving capabilities. We combine technical proficiency with an in-depth understanding of the rail industry’s evolving needs, delivering projects that are both timely and cost-effective ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability. We specialise in managing the complete lifecycle of rail projects involving track, signalling and overhead line equipment (OLE). From planning to execution, our team ensures that our systems are designed, installed, and maintained to the highest industry standards. We oversee technical coordination, risk management, and compliance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Key services include:

· Project Engineering Management for Track, Signalling & OLE (Overhead Line Equipment)

· Managing design integration and construction processes.

· Risk management, budget control, and regulatory compliance.

· Engineering & Construction Assurance

· On Track Plant Management & Assurance

About the role (External)

Are you experienced and knowledgeable in track renewals or infrastructure maintenance?

Do you want a job where you can put your skills and experience into practice to ensure Construction Services deliver and hand back quality renewal works?

Do you believe in the benefits of an Asset Management Plan, Engineering Verification and robust systems and procedures?

Can you take responsibility and sign off renewal works, following onsite and documental checks?

If this is you, then maybe this is the role for you…

We are seeking an Assurance Engineer based out of our Crewe depot working as part of the Engineering team, providing assurance on the delivery of Track renewals and Ballast Cleaning projects across the UK. The role provides assurance to all aspects of delivery including preparation works, core works and follow up activities to ensure compliance to Company Standards and local processes and procedures as an aid to delivering a safe, quality, and efficient construction renewal service to our Regional Customers.

This role involves onsite inspections and surveys for both dilapidation and taking over, as well updating various asset management and document control systems, along with compliance checks on the Health & Safety file. You will need to be able to communicate and influence at all levels, build relationships with Maintenance, the wider CS Teams, the workforce, and our delivery partners. As well as demonstrating your experience in construction or infrastructure maintenance, familiar with Construction Design Management (CDM 2015) and knowledge of the relevant Construction Standards are also key., · Lead the implementation of new processes and systems to achieve consistent application across Track Asset Management.

· Undertake assurance activities (audit, review and end product checks) to verify compliance with the defined systems and processes.

· Undertake detailed sampling of deliverables to verify compliance with Network Rail company standards, technical specifications and the requirements of the quality management system.

· Manage compliance with requirements for work definition, specification and design including the identification of non-compliances.

· Analyse information to identify problem areas for management action.

· A Identify and report any resource or competency issues that need to be managed (by others) to improve the levels of compliance.

· Identify and report any resource or competency issues that need to be managed (by others) to improve the levels of compliance.

· Coach and mentor others on the application of processes and systems and the quality requirements for the end product.

· Support the accurate and timely reporting of information that supports Key performance indicators.

· Responsible as Project Engineer with delegated authority duties from the DPE., If you would like any reasonable adjustments support during your application or throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact the Resourcing Team who will happily assist.

Below are some examples of adjustments we can make:
1. Changing a provision, practice or ‘the way things are done’
For example, we can give candidates extra time to complete online, tasks or interviews as needed.
2. Changing a physical feature of our workplace
For example, office/room layout can be adapted to accommodate individual needs.
3. Providing extra equipment or assistance
For example, we can provide sign language interpreters and support workers where needed. Alternative document formats can be made available.

There are lots of other adjustments we can consider – please just ask!

The recruitment process will consist of shortlisted candidates being invited to take part in the following

Above all, your ability to work as part of a wider team whilst managing your own workload, good time management and flexibility, along with good IT skills would make you an ideal candidate and potentially a valuable asset to the team., · Relevant successful experience in the construction industry, and in a relevant railway engineering discipline.

· HNC or equivalent qualification in construction or a relevant engineering discipline.

· Working knowledge of Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulation requirements.

Desirable

· Membership of a relevant professional body and/or educated to degree level.

· NEBOSH Certificate.

· Auditor training and qualification.

· Accident Investigator training and qualification.

· IT Skills – proficient in MS Applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), knowledge and use of SharePoint and PowerBI., Personal Track Safety (PTS) is a set of safety regulations and procedures that individuals must adhere to when working on or near the tracks of the UK rail network., All prospective external candidates offered a conditional role will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.

At Network Rail, we’re not just maintaining the railways – we’re reinventing them. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to redefine how projects are delivered, ensuring we meet the challenges of tomorrow with efficiency, innovation, and excellence.

We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here.

Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.

Hours: 35 hours per week. Nights and weekend working will be required, as well as the need for overnight stays to manage fatigue risks.

Salary range: Band 4C – £43,588 to £50,018 per annum depending on skills and experience.