Location
York, GB
Department Name
SV National Records Group (807690) G1
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Brief Description
At Network Rail, we are at the forefront of managing and maintaining the UK's railway infrastructure. This role sits within Route Services, a division of Network Rail that provides our Routes with services so they can help Network Rail deliver a better railway for a better Britain. We support the Routes with a myriad of services and supplies they need to maintain and operate the railway. To learn more, please click here to watch our video.
We have an exciting opportunity available for a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Records Assistant at our Network Rail Records Centre. In this role, you’ll be a key player in keeping our records management system running efficiently, ensuring our team has the support they need to succeed. But there’s more to it than just managing records - at Network Rail, we’re dedicated to building a collaborative, inclusive and supportive environment where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued.
You'll have the opportunity to work with a passionate team that appreciates the vital impact of your work. Plus, we’re committed to helping you grow professionally, offering continuous learning and development to expand your expertise in records management.
Join us and bring your unique strengths to a role where your work makes a real difference every day!
About the role (External)
As a Records Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in organising and maintaining a range of records, including digital files, paper documents and drawings. Your responsibilities will include organising and categorising records, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, safety and standards, alongside assisting with record retrieval and collaborating with the team.
This role has the potential to be extended or to become permanent.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Monitor the movement of records and electronic data from and to the Record Centre.
* Provide reports regarding the status of records and data. Input to and maintain data in electronic records management systems.
* Investigate the circumstances of requests of record and data already booked-out or unobtainable and report on the position.
* Supply information only prints, source records, Computer Aided Design (CAD) files and data when required.
* Maintain reference library for records as required.
* Undertake general office duties as directed.
* Assist with the provision of records configuration details, including drawing numbers, version control and records format.
* Provide basic advice in relation to Record Centre processes, configuration issues, and compliance to group and company standards.
* Identify areas for improvement in the Records Centre processes.
The ideal candidate for this position would have the following skills:
Essential
* Team player.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work to agreed deadlines and SLAs.
Nice to have
* Educated to “A” Levels or relevant experience.
* Basic understanding of engineering technology.
* Customer Service Experience.
* Experience of using electronic document management systems.
* CAD experience.
How to apply (External)
Vacancy type: We have two 6 month secondment /fixed-term contract positions available, with the potential to extend or become permanent (subject to internal redeployee checks).
NB Internal Applicants: Please note that secondments are subject to your line manager's approval. Please discuss this opportunity with them before applying to avoid disappointment.
Location: This position is based at the National Records Group, National Record Centre, Audax Road, York, YO30 4US. During your training period you would need to be office based, with the potential for some hybrid working.
Hours: 35 hours per week. Part-time or flexible working can be considered.
Salary range: Band 6, £21,060 per annum.
Closing date: 25 March 2025. Late applicants will not be accepted. This role is being advertised internally and externally.
You will need to please complete a supporting statement addressing how you meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. P lease add this to your CV in one document.
At Network Rail you will have a clear development path, access to training and enjoy a range of employee benefits, such as; up to 28 days annual leave, rail travel subsidies, a range of pension options, flexible and agile working arrangements, discounts on shopping, gym memberships and much more. Click here to find out more about our benefits.
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:
* 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.
* Changing a physical feature of our workplace
For example, office/room layout can be adapted to accommodate individual needs.
* 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:
· Competency Based Interview
Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted by phone or email.
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.
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