Job Description

Level Crossing Manager#

Location

Ely, GB#

Department Name

OC Anglia Safety Improvement Manager (117658) G1#

About Network Rail

Join Our Team at Network Rail!




Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

About our people and the recruitment process -

We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.





We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer 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.





We care about people, and we're passionate about great service. We believe teamwork is key and the Anglia People Team is no exception. We have an ambitious people plan and want people that are committed to making Anglia a great place to work. You'll need to be flexible in your approach, and keen to learn.





This position is based in our Ely Operations Depot. This is a permanent opportunity. See the role for yourself! Watch our video of A Day in The Life of a Level Crossing Manager here.

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Brief Description

To develop, plan and implement proposals based on risk assessment to improve operational safety on level crossings, delivered in accordance with the relevant legislation and Standards. To undertake level crossing inspection, faulting and maintenance as allocated. To build and manage effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.#

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities

Undertake, and review quantitative and qualitative risk assessments in accordance with relevant level crossings standards determining and implementing appropriate risk mitigation supported by cost benefit analysis.

Undertake level crossing inspection, faulting and maintenance, accurately report all work completed/not completed.

Review and evaluate planning applications where level crossings are, or may be, affected. Arrange for the drafting of level crossing orders required for modernisation, renewal or change to enable compliance with level crossing Legal Orders.

Identify and progress closure or implement other necessary control measures to reduce level crossing risk as low as reasonably practicable.

Lead operational input to level crossing renewal / modernisation / closure projects for inclusion in the business plan, taking into account operating requirements and risk mitigation factors.

Produce / maintain records as required. Provide support to route safety meetings, including OPSRAM and TCRAG, as required.

Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements or other relevant instructions, adhering to company policies and procedures.

Manage the process for vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials under your control to be fit for use and to be used / stored and disposed of correctly. Act as principal contact on level crossing issues for local representatives and external stakeholders for defined area.

Essential

Good knowledge of ORR Principles and Guidance relating to level crossings, including the procedure for obtaining Level Crossing Approval Orders

Good knowledge of quantitative and qualitative risk assessment tools and techniques

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Experience of preparing concise, comprehensive and informative reports

Demonstrable influencing skills

Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need

Desirable

A recognised risk or health and safety professional qualification Member of the Chartered Institution of Railway Operators

Previous experience in an operating, engineering, station or safety environment

Good knowledge of human factors and public interface risks at level crossings

Network Rail encourages applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or other relevant factor. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We positively support flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and home life.



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. Applicants should demonstrate their personal dedication to safety in their application!



We follow a structured pay framework: Band 4B: Salary range: 35,582 - 42,218





Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity.





Closing Date: 24th September 2025



Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including:



75% off the cost of a season ticket for travel to work 75% off leisure travel for you and your family Flexible working arrangements 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays A choice of contributory pension schemes

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Level Crossing Manager#

Location

Ely, GB#

Department Name

OC Anglia Safety Improvement Manager (117658) G1#

About Network Rail

Join Our Team at Network Rail!





Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country. We're an organisation where people truly matter, and when you join us, you matter to us and millions of others. Click here to watch our inspiring video to learn more about us!





We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here.


Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

About our people and the recruitment process -

We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.





We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer 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.





We care about people, and we're passionate about great service. We believe teamwork is key and the Anglia People Team is no exception. We have an ambitious people plan and want people that are committed to making Anglia a great place to work. You'll need to be flexible in your approach, and keen to learn.





This position is based in our Ely Operations Depot. This is a permanent opportunity. See the role for yourself! Watch our video of A Day in The Life of a Level Crossing Manager here.

#

Brief Description

To develop, plan and implement proposals based on risk assessment to improve operational safety on level crossings, delivered in accordance with the relevant legislation and Standards. To undertake level crossing inspection, faulting and maintenance as allocated. To build and manage effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.#

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities

Undertake, and review quantitative and qualitative risk assessments in accordance with relevant level crossings standards determining and implementing appropriate risk mitigation supported by cost benefit analysis.

Undertake level crossing inspection, faulting and maintenance, accurately report all work completed/not completed.

Review and evaluate planning applications where level crossings are, or may be, affected. Arrange for the drafting of level crossing orders required for modernisation, renewal or change to enable compliance with level crossing Legal Orders.

Identify and progress closure or implement other necessary control measures to reduce level crossing risk as low as reasonably practicable.

Lead operational input to level crossing renewal / modernisation / closure projects for inclusion in the business plan, taking into account operating requirements and risk mitigation factors.

Produce / maintain records as required. Provide support to route safety meetings, including OPSRAM and TCRAG, as required.

Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements or other relevant instructions, adhering to company policies and procedures.

Manage the process for vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials under your control to be fit for use and to be used / stored and disposed of correctly. Act as principal contact on level crossing issues for local representatives and external stakeholders for defined area.

Essential

Good knowledge of ORR Principles and Guidance relating to level crossings, including the procedure for obtaining Level Crossing Approval Orders

Good knowledge of quantitative and qualitative risk assessment tools and techniques

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Experience of preparing concise, comprehensive and informative reports

Demonstrable influencing skills

Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need

Desirable

A recognised risk or health and safety professional qualification Member of the Chartered Institution of Railway Operators

Previous experience in an operating, engineering, station or safety environment

Good knowledge of human factors and public interface risks at level crossings #

How to apply (External)

Network Rail encourages applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or other relevant factor. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We positively support flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and home life.



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. Applicants should demonstrate their personal dedication to safety in their application!



We follow a structured pay framework: Band 4B: Salary range: 35,582 - 42,218





Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity.





Closing Date: 24th September 2025



Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including:



75% off the cost of a season ticket for travel to work 75% off leisure travel for you and your family Flexible working arrangements 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays A choice of contributory pension schemes



























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