Job Description

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.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.The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula.
Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing.About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!As a Network Rail employee, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits!xc2xb7 Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members.xc2xb7 A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train.xc2xb7 GWR ticket alliance - Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 3 friends and family to use across the GWR network.xc2xb7 Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site.xc2xb7 A range of Pension schemes to choose fromxc2xb7 Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, and enhanced family friendly support.xc2xb7 5 days paid volunteering leave.xc2xb7 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community.xc2xb7 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..We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone.Brief DescriptionAre you interested in railway drainage and the positive impact it can have on the overall safety and performance of the railway system.If so, there is an exciting opportunity to join us in a role that is vital in supporting improvements in drainage asset management on Western Route. We are looking for an Asset Engineer to join our Drainage Engineering and Asset Management team. The team are responsible for ensuring the safety and functionality of a varied asset portfolio across the length and breadth of the Western Route. The successful individual will be expected to work in a collaborative manner with both internal and external stakeholders whilst promoting the importance of systems thinking.The role will include using GiS data, embracing technology and working with datasets to ensure accurate and reliable data is available, to drive optimal decisions within asset management.You will support drainage asset management processes including inspection, maintenance and renewals in accordance with functional policy and standards to deliver a safe and reliable railway for our customers. Continuous professional development is a constant focus in the team and membership of a relevant professional relevant engineering institution is essential.We are looking for proactive, ambitious individual with a desire to develop themselves and help in delivering a safe and efficient railway. Civil engineering experience is essential, including drainage which would be advantageous, as would strong communication and numerical skills alongside a flexible and enthusiastic approach to working within a busy team. In return, you will benefit from a truly rewarding role with excellent opportunities for development and progression.Personal Track Safety (AC) will be a requirement for the role but not essential at the application stage. Further track safety competencies including COSS and Site Warden would be encouraged for the successful applicant.Full UK driving licence is essential.HNC or HND in a relevant engineering discipline is essential or a commitment to work towards such qualifications.About the role (External)Here are some of the duties your role will include:xc2xb7 Provide Lineside systems engineering support to the determination of appropriate engineering maintenance regimes and activity volumes for Lineside assets in accordance with company policies, standards, and specifications. Providing necessary assistance to determine compliance with suitability and robustness of maintenance regimes.xc2xb7 Provide a comprehensive system engineering support service across the Lineside asset base throughout the route and across delivery units as and when required. Monitor and strive to improve the technical competence of engineers & operatives associated with Lineside activities in the delivery units in line with (NR/L2/CIV/1000/01).xc2xb7 Provide technical briefings associated with Lineside engineering to engineers in delivery units in order that the purpose, as well as the content of standards, specification, etc. is understood.xc2xb7 Review and make recommendations on derogation and non-compliance applications to Lineside systems engineering related standards.xc2xb7 Carry out assurance of asset condition inspections that will inform the Lineside asset condition database and approve TEFs for the renewals work bank. Support initiatives, as directed, to improve processes, data quality, effectiveness of delivery and strategy.xc2xb7 Support the development of route specific plans including all maintenance and renewal activities and asset strategies, providing the prioritised investment work bank. Support the inclusion of all investment items into appropriate programmes and track through to completion including approval of programme changes.xc2xb7 Participate in Lineside engineering activities in support of assurance processes including maintenance audit programmes and engineering verifications.xc2xb7 Monitor the reliability and performance of Lineside systems related assets across the route and instigate, participate in the implementation of corrective actions to improve as required.xc2xb7 Contribute to the development and maintenance of route asset management plans.xc2xb7 Participate in investigations and learnings of incidents as required.xc2xb7 Assist in the review and acceptance process for engineering project designs as and when required.xc2xb7 Liaise with community relations to support the resolution of certain lineside issues impacting on neighbours and third parties.xc2xb7 Proactively improve Lineside asset data including management of this data, trend analysis and extracting value, embracing new technology and tools coming on line.What you will bring to the role:xc2xb7xc2xb7 Substantial experience of lineside data management activities from examination and assessment to intervention proposals.xc2xb7 An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniquesxc2xb7 Awareness of Construction Design and Management Regulationsxc2xb7 Working towards membership of a relevant professional institutionIt's desirable if you have it to help give context to the role:Degree in a relevant subjectxc2xb7 Incorporated Engineer or Chartered Engineerxc2xb7 Member of a relevant professional institutionNot sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide.How to apply (External)This role is a 4C - xc2xa343,588 to xc2xa350,018 per annum.Closing date: 18th May 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted.Click 'apply now' to apply.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We're constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we're working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can.We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact or visit the connect page: . For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner.Network Rail is a and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates 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.Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.

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