Brief Description
Route Services is a division of Network Rail that provides the 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 to watch our video.
This role sits within Supply Chain Operations (SCO), an area of the business which supplies and delivers the logistics, materials, components, rail and road fleet that enable the maintenance and renewal of the railway.
SCO keeps the materials, machinery and components required by its customers moving – making sure they are on-site when needed so work can go ahead as planned and on schedule. Watch our video
Construction Services (CS) plans and delivers Track and Overhead Line Renewals Projects using the Overhead Line Engineering (OLE) Train, On-Track-Plant, and the Ballast Cleaning System (BCS). The team is committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure projects while embracing innovative, more efficient ways of working.
The Directorate is structured into five teams reporting into the Construction Services Director: Engineering, Planning, OLE Delivery, Track Delivery, and Programme Change. Works are planned and delivered using an internal Network Rail workforce, with Construction Services acting as Principal Contractor, Principal Designer, and POS approval holder.
During Control Period 7 (2024-29) Construction Services is remitted to plan and deliver Ballast Cleaning projects on Northwest & Central and Network Rail High Speed regions, and OLE renewals across Northwest & Central region.
The team operates nationally from its Crewe and Bletchley Construction Depots, with support roles based at Birmingham and Milton Keynes.
Construction Services (CS – Engineering) is composed of highly qualified engineers with years of experience in the rail sector, certified in multiple disciplines, and backed by strong problem-solving capabilities. We combine technical proficiency with an in-depth understanding of the rail industry’s evolving needs, delivering projects that are both timely and cost-effective ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability. We specialise in managing the complete lifecycle of rail projects involving track, signalling and overhead line equipment (OLE). From planning to execution, our team ensures that our systems are designed, installed, and maintained to the highest industry standards. We oversee technical coordination, risk management, and compliance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Key services include:
• Project Engineering Management for Track, Signalling & OLE (Overhead Line Equipment)
• Managing design integration and construction processes.
• Risk management, budget control, and regulatory compliance.
• Engineering & Construction Assurance
• On Track Plant Management & Assurance
About the role (External)
Are you ready to challenge the status quo and drive efficiency in rail project delivery?
We are seeking an exceptional S&T Supervisor to lead the charge in revolutionising how we deliver projects across the UK and to inspire the team in delivering a safe, quality, and efficient construction service to our Regional Customers, which differs from that available in the external supply chain.
This role is pivotal in meeting customer demands and budget expectations while fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will be a strategic and tactical thinker and be familiar with Construction Design Management (CDM 2015).
Above all, your ability to communicate effectively at all levels and build relationships with both internal and external clients, wider SCO Teams, the workforce, and delivery partners will be key
In this role you will help plan and supervise all construction of signalling work in a safe and effective manner, conforming to contract specification and relevant standards.
Key Responsibilities
•Examine the site, ensuring planning, preparation and execution of the work to correct standards of a full and effective programme of work
•Report non-compliances to the standards and technical issues
•Have in place the correct storage and quality control of material supplied for the delivery of S&T works
•Keep the S&T Engineer constantly updated on planning and production progress and carry out site surveillance when S&T work is delivered by contractors
Job, Skills and Experience
Essential
•Experience in signalling within the railway infrastructure, to include Switches & Crosses and Plain Line track renewals
•Authority To Work certificate, SMTH Certification
•Understanding of Network Rail Standards
•Risk assessment training
•Must be able to drive
Desirable
•Supervisory Management experience