Job Description

Location

Glasgow, GB

Department Name

Scotland

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Scotland's Railway is part of this large family and it covers a large geographical area from the Borders to Thurso at the far tip of the North East of Scotland, accounting for almost 20 per cent of the UK rail network. We provide rapid access along busy commuter routes to our seven cities, servicing the varied needs of our business and leisure commuter services, including cross border services and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. 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.

Brief Description

The Senior Signalling Support Technician provides technical support to the Project Management, Construction and Engineering team. This role will require experience in the Signalling discipline and an understanding of Multi-disciplinary, Signalling led projects. Works Delivery Signalling has a varied portfolio, working in all areas of Scotland: from minor Signalling renewals to Level crossing renewals and Life Extension works. As part of the technical team you would support with developing remits, work scopes for multi-disciplinary works, cost estimates, procurement, programmes, resource allocation and contractor management throughout the project lifecycle.

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities

1. Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans and other instructions.


2. Adhere to company policies and procedures


3. Manage and check the quality of work delivered and confirm assets are compliant to standards.


4. Manage the preparation of work and resource specifications, method statements and plans.


5. Provide technical support and guidance.


6. Design, install, test and commission equipment.


7. Undertake and supervise technical tasks, survey and design work.


8. Undertake technical inspections, tests, investigations and analysis of technical data.


9. Prioritise work arising and agree work plans for the group.


10. Prepare specifications and requisition for materials.


11. Manage processes and systems for the calibration and certification of tools and equipment.


12. Manage information to update systems, databases and records.


13. Contribute to your own development and that of others.


14. Support the Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) for Signalling, ensuring that construction works are executed in accordance with the approved design and railway standards


15. Supporting on site tasks, as delegated by the Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) for Signalling.


16. Reviewing work packages, ensuring correct certification and documentation are in place.


17. Providing technical support for designs, specifications, and construction methodologies.


18. Supporting design construction integration and, ensuring that engineering designs are constructible, compliant with standards, and aligned with project objectives.

Experience, skills, knowledge and competencies.

1. Knowledge of technical support activities and techniques.


2. Knowledge and experience of signalling & telecoms maintenance and construction management process, systems and standards.


3. Knowledge of design requirements, processes and techniques.


4. Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.


5. Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.


6. Able to coach, influence and develop others.


7. Hold and retain the competencies relevant to this post and required by business need.


8. Ideally hold or be working towards and NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in an engineering/leadership subject.


9. Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.

The Senior Signalling Support Technician is a safety critical post and the holder is required to hold Personal Track Safety (PTS) competence. Any offer of employment will be subject to passing the relevant pre-employment medical including a drug & alcohol test to obtain this competence.

How to apply (External)

We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone!


Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader 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 visitEvenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact ScotlandResourcing@networkrail.co.uk.




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 commitment to safety in their application.

Grade -

Former IMC Terms and Conditions (IMC33B)

Salary:

47,459 + Roster Premium

Closing date:

Midnight on Thursday 6th November 2025 - late applications will not be accepted.

We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date (based on application volumes) so if you are interested in this vacancy, we encourage you to make your application as early as possible.