Operative to Technician Fast Track Programme (Signalling and Telecoms)

Highlights:

• Stay in your current Operative role while learning on the job.
• Skill-building in an array of technical areas to prepare you for high-impact work.
• IRSE Licence support—demonstrating your competence in safety-critical railway roles.
• Clear progression opportunities to advance into a Team Leader role for those with the ambition and drive to lead.
What Our Technicians Do As an S&T Technician, you’ll be pivotal in ensuring safe and efficient rail operations. From signals and level crossings to points systems, you’ll gain hands-on experience while mastering the technical, safety, and leadership skills needed to make a difference. With shifts covering all weather and times, adaptability, teamwork, and a proactive approach will be essential.

Our programme is designed to transform today’s Operatives into tomorrow’s Technicians and Team Leaders. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of manual, electrical, and digital S&T equipment while learning from experts in maintenance, design, installation, testing, and fault-finding. Upon successful completion, you’ll step into a Technician role within S&T, equipped with critical skills, an IRSE Licence, and the leadership competencies to support safety and technical excellence.,
• Teamwork: Work closely with your crew to keep everything running safely.
• Leadership Potential: Demonstrate the ability to take initiative and support your team, setting the stage for future leadership.
• Communication: Ensure clarity and efficiency in all tasks.
• Proactive Planning: Anticipate needs and keep operations smooth.
• Adaptability: Be prepared for outdoor, all-weather conditions.
• Commitment to Safety: Adhere to safety standards and challenge risks.
• Availability: Must be available to start June 9th, 2025., Background in electrical, signalling, or engineering environments.
• Category B driving licence - Manual.
• Shift flexibility for day, night, and weekend schedules.
  
  As part of Network Rail, you’ll be essential to a dynamic workforce impacting millions every day. We connect people, transport goods safely, and prioritize personal and professional growth.