Job Description

We get people where they need to be, whether they are commuting to work, visiting friends or family, or going for a night out.
We make millions of lives better every day and have a vital job in driving the economy and prosperity of the nation!
Over the coming years we will be building and improving crucial rail links between the country's biggest cities, making our services faster, more comfortable and more reliable for the people who rely on us.
We're also changing our organisation to put the passenger at the heart of everything we do, to make our people even prouder to work for us and to be recognised as a true leader in our industry.
In joining Network Rail, you're not only joining an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain's best employers.
Does this sound like a team you'd love to be a part of?
Brief Description
What will you be doing?
The Distribution and Plant function is a key discipline in the operation of the railway. The infrastructure that the Doncaster team is responsible for includes a huge variety of electrical and mechanical equipment and installations. Just a few: High Voltage switchgear and control systems; Standby generators (up to 500kvA); UPS systems; Outdoor high mast lighting; Heating systems for railway track points; Air conditioning systems; Low Voltage building and highway type installations and switchgear, and even a one of a kind in the world rail over canal moving bridge.
The Section Supervisor works hand in hand with the Section Manager to assist leading and to deliver the day to day maintenance, fault response and renewal and replacement of the equipment. This is achieved by maintaining and developing a preventative maintenance plan utilising computer software systems and directing skilled tradespersons. The Section Supervisor leads a team which includes Skilled Team Leaders and Technicians and works with the support of a Planner and an Administrator role.
The Doncaster D&P Section covers a large geographical area across Central East Coast Main Line, Sheffield and North Lincolnshire and there will be extensive requirement for travelling around the area
If you enjoy sharing your experience, mentoring and developing staff, making a real difference, having a good level of empowerment and autonomy, achieving job satisfaction, getting out and about, this job could be for you.
There will be an 'on call' response commitment required for which an allowance payment is paid.
About the role (External)
Who are we looking for?
Enthusiastic, motivated, driven Electrical/Mechanical Tradesperson / Electrician / Engineer, with demonstrable experience in leading teams and individuals.
You will have a strong commitment to working safely and in line with required safety rules and procedures.
You will have stamina and flexibility and be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and varied shifts including nights and weekends.
You will have a full driving licence and be willing to undergo a medical assessment including drugs and alcohol testing.
If you don't have an electrical or mechanical engineering qualification and/or training, please don't apply.
Essential criteria to be met by candidates:
Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team
Able to coach, influence and develop others
Able to lead and implement change and improvement initiatives
Excellent communication and influencing skills, both in person and in writing
Comfortable working shifts including days, nights and weekends
How to apply (External)
Why Network Rail?
We're offering a competitive salary from 47,958, (with a full range of 46,071 - 58,583) depending on your skills and experience. But that's just the start.
Career growth - at Network Rail progression is always available and there's plenty of scope and variety
Generous holidays and excellent pension: Join one of the best pension schemes available.
35 Hour average contracted working week.
Enhanced hourly rate for rostered nights and weekend working.
Overtime paid extra at enhanced rates.
Travel benefits: 75% off leisure rail travel for you and your family.
Large company - comparatively stable employment.
Great team ethos.
Important to know: Applications close on 18 June 2025. We won't be able to accept late applications, so don't miss out.
We're for everyone
At Network Rail, we're proud to be a place where everyone is welcome. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, whatever your background - we want you to feel you belong here. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and abilities. If you're disabled and meet the essential criteria, we'll guarantee you an interview.
Before you join us
We'll carry out some standard pre-employment checks, including a basic criminal record check, and we'll need to confirm your identity, right to work in the UK, and your employment history for the past three years.
Does this sound like it's for you? What are you waiting for? - get your application in today.

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