Job Description

Senior Asset Engineer#

Location

York, GB#

Department Name

AM Business Improvement EC & NE (570752) G1#

About Network Rail

Join Our Team at Network Rail!

Vacancy

: Senior Asset Engineer [Structures] [Assessments]

Location

: York George Stephenson House

Salary

: 55,596 to 65,966 per annum

Role Type

: Permanent, Full time




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!


At Network rail you will also have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications.


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.

Network Rail Benefits - In addition to the above, you can enjoy a fantastic range of employee benefits, such as:


28 days annual leave + bank holidays

75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family

75% subsidised Season Ticket for work travel (includes Underground)

A range of pension options

Annual Performance Related Pay package

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Healthcare package

Discounts on shopping

Discounted Gym membershipsand much more. #

Brief Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Asset Engineer to join our dynamic Assessment Team in the East Midlands and Anglia route. Based at York George Stephenson House , you'll be part of a collaborative group providing essential technical expertise on buildings and structural assets.

Some Responsibilities include:

o Lead asset management activities for designated routes.


o Provide expert advice in structural engineering and support for Buildings and Structures Route Engineering.


o Manage, technically approve, and assure the quality of structural assessment deliverables.


o Ensure safe oversight of underline/overline bridges, station train sheds, and canopies.


o Maintain full compliance with Network Rail standards.


If you have a passion for engineering excellence and want to make a real impact across Network Rail's operations, we encourage you to apply

#

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities -

1. Lead the area structures engineering input to the structures asset management process in accordance with functional policy to achieve financial and output targets. Lead also on the development of an efficient prioritised route structures assessment programme.


2. Provide structures engineering expertise to the team.


3. Manage the scheduling of examination, inspection, monitoring and assessment of structures assets and the evaluation of the reports,, in accordance with functional policy, systems and standards. Manage the implementation of mitigation measures when proposed asset management actions are deferred.


4. For sub-standard strength structures lead on the development of interim mitigations and permanent interventions.


5. Lead the monitoring of trends arising from structures assessment work undertaken from asset capability, risk assessments and failure precursors.


6. Manage the production of structures asset maintenance, strengthening and renewal plans and their prioritisation for inclusion in work plans. As Sponsor oversee the development, implementation and handover of prioritised work items to realise the required outputs. Act as Client's Representative and Designer under CDM for structures engineering renewal schemes.


7. Manage the analysis, risk assessment and mitigation on sensitive assets and manage the implementation of mitigation measures required to minimise adverse impact on corporate targets. Manage the monitoring and evaluation of asset trend data and failure precursors to inform structures asset management plans to efficiently achieve corporate objectives.


8. Manage route functional support to the specification and development of specific enhancement schemes.


9. Manage the liaison with the central structures team to develop and disseminate consistent best practice and in the review and development of functional policy and standards.


10. Manage the determination of mitigation actions necessary to reduce the impact of adverse weather on the performance of structures assets.


11. Manage the structures asset data and information within the company systems and processes.


12. Manage initiatives to develop the buildings & civils strategic direction and input to the CP bid process in the route and supporting negotiations with regulatory bodies.


13. Develop and improve relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.


14. Provide engineering support and participate in investigations of incidents relating to structures.


15. Undertake engineering verification activities to support the delivery of the national verification programme.


16. Manage the review of proposals from other disciplines or external organisations that could impact on the route structures assets and/or programmes of work to identify potential synergies or conflicts.


17. Manage the support to the review and approval processes for abnormal vehicular and rail loads.


18. Control the technical development of projects, certifying that renewal requirements are sufficient, correctly interpreted and any changes are agreed. Sign off approval in principle of designs and accept detailed design certification.



Essential


Incorporated Engineer

Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent

Membership of relevant professional institution

Substantial experience of railway civil engineering, with proven abilities in structures, maintenance and renewals

A sound knowledge of structures engineering policies and standards

An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques


Desirable


Chartered Engineer

Please note:

Applicants must provide proof of essential qualifications and/or competencies where required, or demonstrate active progress toward obtaining them, or evidence their applicable experience as a condition of employment."

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External how to apply:

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Network Rail welcomes 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 irrelevant factor.

We are a

Disability Confident Leader

employer!

We will

interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.


We are here to support you through every step of the recruitment process and to enable you to perform to the best of your ability. If you require any adjustments or modifications please contact Mark Holt (Resourcing Business Partner) at mark.holt@networkrail.co.uk. You can also visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available.


We positively embrace flexible working, recognising that employees may wish to balance work with their family and home life.




Network Rail is required to comply with UK Government standards when carrying out pre-employment checks for all new starters; this includes a basic criminal record check. In addition to the basic criminal record check, in accordance with the UK Government we are also required to verify your identity, right to work in the UK and previous three years employment history.




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 be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness of our safety vision.


Network Rail can offer you a

rewarding career

with competitive pay and excellent benefits including a choice of contributory pension schemes, a generous annual leave package, a bonus scheme and an annual 75% subsidy on season tickets costing up to 3,333 (to a maximum amount of 2,500). You will also be entitled to 28 days annual leave

Salary:

55,596 to 65,966 per annum.

Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes off peak and super off peak tickets


Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.*

Closing date

28th July 2025. Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.



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Senior Asset Engineer#

Location

York, GB#

Department Name

AM Business Improvement EC & NE (570752) G1#

About Network Rail

Join Our Team at Network Rail!

Vacancy

: Senior Asset Engineer [Structures] [Assessments]

Location

: York George Stephenson House

Salary

: 55,596 to 65,966 per annum

Role Type

: Permanent, Full time


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!


At Network rail you will also have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications.


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.

Network Rail Benefits - In addition to the above, you can enjoy a fantastic range of employee benefits, such as:


28 days annual leave + bank holidays

75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family

75% subsidised Season Ticket for work travel (includes Underground)

A range of pension options

Annual Performance Related Pay package

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Healthcare package

Discounts on shopping

Discounted Gym membershipsand much more.


For the full range of our fantastic benefits click here.

#

Brief Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Asset Engineer to join our dynamic Assessment Team in the East Midlands and Anglia route. Based at York George Stephenson House , you'll be part of a collaborative group providing essential technical expertise on buildings and structural assets.

Some Responsibilities include:

o Lead asset management activities for designated routes.


o Provide expert advice in structural engineering and support for Buildings and Structures Route Engineering.


o Manage, technically approve, and assure the quality of structural assessment deliverables.


o Ensure safe oversight of underline/overline bridges, station train sheds, and canopies.


o Maintain full compliance with Network Rail standards.


If you have a passion for engineering excellence and want to make a real impact across Network Rail's operations, we encourage you to apply

#

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities -

1. Lead the area structures engineering input to the structures asset management process in accordance with functional policy to achieve financial and output targets. Lead also on the development of an efficient prioritised route structures assessment programme.


2. Provide structures engineering expertise to the team.


3. Manage the scheduling of examination, inspection, monitoring and assessment of structures assets and the evaluation of the reports,, in accordance with functional policy, systems and standards. Manage the implementation of mitigation measures when proposed asset management actions are deferred.


4. For sub-standard strength structures lead on the development of interim mitigations and permanent interventions.


5. Lead the monitoring of trends arising from structures assessment work undertaken from asset capability, risk assessments and failure precursors.


6. Manage the production of structures asset maintenance, strengthening and renewal plans and their prioritisation for inclusion in work plans. As Sponsor oversee the development, implementation and handover of prioritised work items to realise the required outputs. Act as Client's Representative and Designer under CDM for structures engineering renewal schemes.


7. Manage the analysis, risk assessment and mitigation on sensitive assets and manage the implementation of mitigation measures required to minimise adverse impact on corporate targets. Manage the monitoring and evaluation of asset trend data and failure precursors to inform structures asset management plans to efficiently achieve corporate objectives.


8. Manage route functional support to the specification and development of specific enhancement schemes.


9. Manage the liaison with the central structures team to develop and disseminate consistent best practice and in the review and development of functional policy and standards.


10. Manage the determination of mitigation actions necessary to reduce the impact of adverse weather on the performance of structures assets.


11. Manage the structures asset data and information within the company systems and processes.


12. Manage initiatives to develop the buildings & civils strategic direction and input to the CP bid process in the route and supporting negotiations with regulatory bodies.


13. Develop and improve relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.


14. Provide engineering support and participate in investigations of incidents relating to structures.


15. Undertake engineering verification activities to support the delivery of the national verification programme.


16. Manage the review of proposals from other disciplines or external organisations that could impact on the route structures assets and/or programmes of work to identify potential synergies or conflicts.


17. Manage the support to the review and approval processes for abnormal vehicular and rail loads.


18. Control the technical development of projects, certifying that renewal requirements are sufficient, correctly interpreted and any changes are agreed. Sign off approval in principle of designs and accept detailed design certification.



Essential


Incorporated Engineer

Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent

Membership of relevant professional institution

Substantial experience of railway civil engineering, with proven abilities in structures, maintenance and renewals

A sound knowledge of structures engineering policies and standards

An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques


Desirable


Chartered Engineer

Please note:

Applicants must provide proof of essential qualifications and/or competencies where required, or demonstrate active progress toward obtaining them, or evidence their applicable experience as a condition of employment."

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

#

How to apply (External)

External how to apply:

--------------------------


Network Rail welcomes 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 irrelevant factor.

We are a

Disability Confident Leader

employer!

We will

interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.


We are here to support you through every step of the recruitment process and to enable you to perform to the best of your ability. If you require any adjustments or modifications please contact Mark Holt (Resourcing Business Partner) at mark.holt@networkrail.co.uk. You can also visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available.


We positively embrace flexible working, recognising that employees may wish to balance work with their family and home life.

Network Rail Benefits

- To find out about what benefits we offer, click here


Network Rail is required to comply with UK Government standards when carrying out pre-employment checks for all new starters; this includes a basic criminal record check. In addition to the basic criminal record check, in accordance with the UK Government we are also required to verify your identity, right to work in the UK and previous three years employment history.


All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information. Please ensure you have the appropriate Right to Work status when applying for this role."


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 be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness of our safety vision.


Network Rail can offer you a

rewarding career

with competitive pay and excellent benefits including a choice of contributory pension schemes, a generous annual leave package, a bonus scheme and an annual 75% subsidy on season tickets costing up to 3,333 (to a maximum amount of 2,500). You will also be entitled to 28 days annual leave

Salary:

55,596 to 65,966 per annum.

Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes off peak and super off peak tickets


Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.*

Closing date

28th July 2025. Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.



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