Location Gloucester, GB Department Name MW SM(S) Gloucester Direct (890611) G1 About Network Rail At Network Rail, we’re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain and operate our network. Now is a fantastic time to join our team in Wales and Western region as we finalise the reforms to our maintenance organisation which will deliver: A safer and more reliable and punctual service for passengers and employees – quicker fault fixes by more agile multi-disciplined response teams. Individual rostering – enabling us to send the right number of people to fix a fault. Multi-skilling – investing in the knowledge and skills of our people so they are better equipped to fix the most common faults themselves. Accelerated and improved technology deployment – we have a raft of labour and life-saving technology ready to be rolled out. 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. Brief Description You’ll help keep our nation moving every single day. A critical part of the work we do is the daily upkeep of the rail network. Your role is tactical to assist the Section Manager in the inspection, maintenance, and renewal of assets to standards and within agreed resource levels, budget, and unit cost measures. You will supervise the delivery of work and undertake specific inspections as required. Assist in the management of staff as directed. About the role (External) Key Accountabilities: Supervise and check the quality of work delivered and confirm assets are compliant to standards. Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements and other instructions. Adhere to company policies and procedures. Undertake specific inspections in accordance with standards as directed. Prioritise work arising. Prepare work and resource specifications and method statements including Safe System of Work Plans. Assist in the development of work plans that enables work to be delivered safely, efficiently, and compliant to standards. Assist in the identification and proposal of asset renewals. Assist in the allocation of resources. Deliver work in accordance with the relevant maintenance plans. Provide appropriate information to update systems, databases, and records. Undertake a programme of staff surveillance, work quality, compliance, and asset condition checks as directed. Assist in the management, control, and discipline of staff as directed. Assist in the monitoring and review of staff competence and welfare. Contribute to your own development and that of others. Experience, skills, knowledge, and competencies Experience of directing and supervising worksites and the safe and efficient delivery of work. Knowledge of resource and work organisation/planning processes and systems. Knowledge and experience of rail testing & lubrication inspection, maintenance, renewal, and asset condition assessment techniques. Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures, and instructions. Awareness of cost and waste control techniques. Able to demonstrate, promote, and embed safe working behaviours within the team. Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Able to coach, influence, and develop others. Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post and required by business need. Ideally 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. How to apply (External) Salary: £56,820 per annum Closing date: 3rd January 2025 - Late applications will not be accepted. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications please call WesternResourcingnetworkrail.co.uk We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life. In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. At Network Rail, we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusionnetworkrail.co.uk