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At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
We offer excellent benefits, including:
* Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
* 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
* Up to 75% off leisure travel.
* Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
* Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
* Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
* Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
* Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
* Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
About the role (External)
On behalf of our Regional and National Clients, lead the monitoring of projects in the delegated portfolio, in compliance with test and commissioning standards and procedures. Monitor that the projects are effectively and efficiently delivering the client/customer expectations for signalling testing and commissioning activities for allocated schemes. Monitor the compliance of testing and commissioning activities with the relevant legislation, railway group and company standards and verify whether signalling systems can be safely accepted into use.
Main Responsibilities
* Lead the provision of technical guidance to Clients of the staging, possession and temporary works arrangements required for the testing and commissioning activities of allocated projects.
* Lead the review and acceptance of test planning documentation including testing and commissioning plans and testing strategies.
* Approve the appointment of the tester in charge and carry out verification reviews of competence of signalling testing and commissioning engineers working on projects.
* Lead and support pre-commissioning readiness reviews to manage and reduce the risks associated with signalling pre-commissioning testing activities on Projects and verify readiness for commissioning by ensuring that an appropriate level of assurance is undertaken at key points in advance of commissioning.
* Lead, plan and undertake inspections of signalling testing and commissioning activities carried out by contractors.
* Accept signalling systems into use, or delegate acceptance to an appropriate testing and commissioning engineer.
* Review, and where appropriate approve, deferral of test logs. Progress to closure of deferred test logs and commissioning documentation.
* Provide independent testing and commissioning guidance and support to investigations and inquiries.
* Evaluate issues arising from testing activities and techniques to expose best practice, leading to a reduction in on site testing.
The Ideal Candidate should have all the essential criteria below
* Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or hold IRSE Licence Category 7.8.110C Engineering Manager (Testing) or capable of achieving within 2 years.
* Extensive knowledge of signalling equipment, systems and processes.
* A sound knowledge of signalling design and testing & commissioning procedures and standards.
* Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
* Excellent written and oral skills.
Desirable but not essential
* Chartered Engineer (CEng)
* Corporate Member of the Institute of Railway Engineers (IRSE)
* Formal qualification in testing management or principles testing.
* Previous experience in a related role.
* Knowledge of, and previous experience of testing of, the European Train Control System (ETCS)
How to apply (External)
Vacancy Type: Permanent, full-time, but flexible working patterns will be considered.
This position is based in: London Waterloo
Interviews: from 14th April 2025
Band & Salary: Band 3C £55,596 to £63,797
We’re an organisation where people matter. We matter to millions.
We're undertaking an ambitious change. Our vision is Putting Passengers First - becoming a company that is on the side of passengers and freight users.
As one of the UK’s leading equal opportunities employers, our values and the way we behave is important to us and we have created an environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution. We have seven employee networks that provide fantastic support, opportunities and development for applicants from all backgrounds.
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