Team Leader - Track Inspoection
Network Rail, Gravesend, Kent
Team Leader - Track Inspoection
£50651
Network Rail, Gravesend, Kent
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 4 days ago, 9 Nov | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 3f600a87afa4464a9d3bf5b98eb67b4a
Full Job Description
We are excited to be introducing a Team Leader Track Inspection into our Singlewell team.
From establishing safety arrangements to checking the quality of work, you'll direct and inspire the success of a team involved in everything from inspection and faulting, through to maintenance and renewal.
· Experience of organising and controlling the safe and efficient delivery of work
· Excellent communication skills, both in person and in writing
· Knowledge of discipline-specific maintenance, inspection, faulting and renewal techniques
· Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures and instructions
· A clear and inspirational leader with a strong sense of direction
Although it isn't essential, it would be helpful if you have:
· Hold or be working towards an NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained the appropriate level of knowledge gained through equivalent relevant experience
· Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need
This 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.
Network Rail High Speed Ltd. (NRHS) is responsible for operating and maintaining the UK's only international high-speed railway, High Speed (HS1).
The 109km HS1 infrastructure consists of a diverse range of railway assets such as the track, signalling, overhead line, lineside buildings, depots, viaducts and long tunnels. NRHS is also responsible for operating and maintaining three international stations; St Pancras, Ebbsfleet and Stratford International.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd, NRHS is privately financed under an agreement with our client HS1 Ltd', undertaking a diverse range of activities from railway infrastructure maintenance and operations - through to station facilities management and retail on behalf of our client.
Our Vision - to deliver the best High Speed rail customer experience.
https://www.networkrail.co.uk/running-the-railway/our-routes/network-rail-high-speed/
Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more!, We'll look to you to direct, organise and motivate a high performing team. From inspection and faulting through to maintenance and renewal, you'll play a hands-on role. You'll make sure everything is done efficiently and to the highest standards. Safety will be a priority. You'll establish appropriate safety arrangements and make sure Network Rail staff and contractors alike follow safe systems of work. Proactively controlling and checking the quality of work and the competence of your people, you'll see to it that assets are fully compliant and all vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials are fit for purpose. Along the way, you'll compile a range of vital reports.
This is a permanent position, so come and be part of a truly unique business that brings the UK closer to Europe.
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.
Salary - £50651 (plus outer London allowance £1600
In addition, we can offer you a rewarding career with excellent benefits, including:
· 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
· Bonus scheme
· Healthcare
· Excellent choice of pension schemes
· 75% subsidy on rail season tickets (including London underground)
· 75% off leisure rail travel for you and your family
· my benefits' our discounted online shopping site
· Training, development and employee assistance programme available
· Two weeks paid reserve leave for our armed forces community
· 5 days paid volunteering leave