Track Maintenance Engineer

Who We AreJoin Network Rail! Where People and Connections MatterAt Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.About The RoleAbout the role:We're offering an exciting opportunity to step into a role that plays a pivotal part in our operational success. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Track Maintenance Engineer (TME) to join our Maintenance Delivery Team.As a Track Maintenance Engineer (TME) your role will be to lead, manage, and direct the Infrastructure Maintenance team in the effective inspection, maintenance, and renewal of track assets. The postholder is responsible for ensuring that all track infrastructure is maintained to the required safety, quality, and performance standards, while operating within agreed budgets and timescales.What You'll DoAs a Track Maintenance Engineer, you'll take ownership of leading and motivating a high-performing Infrastructure Maintenance team to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable railway operations. You will oversee the planning and prioritisation of maintenance and inspection activities, ensuring assets are maintained to the highest standards while meeting performance targets and budgets. The role involves driving continuous improvement in safety, asset reliability, and productivity, alongside ensuring full compliance with industry standards and processes. You'll play a key part in developing your team's capability, managing competence and wellbeing, and contributing to a strong safety culture. In addition, you'll collaborate with projects and stakeholders, manage asset handbacks and fault response, and use your expertise to identify future renewal needs, investigate incidents, and maintain the integrity and performance of the railway network.What You'll NeedRelevant technical competenceExperience in maintenance management, processes and techniquesKnowledge of safety and compliance management processesDetailed knowledge of relevant standards and proceduresKnowledge of operational railway environmentKnowledge of other functional disciplinesIRSE Licence holder (Signalling only)Local Accident & Incident InvestigationGood interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skillsIncorporated EngineerMembership of professional bodyExternal How To ApplyNetwork 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 Rochelle Atkinson (Resourcing Business Partner Support) at rochelle.atkinson@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 hereNetwork 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-£65,966 per annum.Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes off peak and super off peak Closing date: 19 June 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.What's In It For YouHere are a few of the benefits we offer28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell daysChoice of pension schemes75% discount of leisure travel for you and your familyPrivate Healthcare5 days paid volunteer or carers leaveUp to 75% subsidised rail travelGym Pass -access to gyms across UKMy Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discountOur aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know and we'll do our best to assist you.Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer.Your Experience And SkillsAn ideal candidate for the Track Maintenance Engineer role at Network Rail would be a technically competent and highly motivated leader with a strong background in railway maintenance and asset management. They would bring proven experience in managing maintenance operations, with a clear understanding of inspection regimes, fault management, and renewal planning within a live operational railway environment. This individual would demonstrate in-depth knowledge of safety and compliance processes, industry standards, and performance requirements, with the ability to balance operational priorities, budgets, and timescales effectively. As an Incorporated Engineer and member of a relevant professional body, they would combine technical expertise with structured, professional practice.Equally important, the ideal candidate would be an inspiring people leader with excellent communication, organisational, and influencing skills, capable of building and sustaining a high-performing team. They would actively promote a strong safety culture, drive continuous improvement in reliability and productivity, and be confident in investigating incidents and implementing learning. With a collaborative mindset, they would work effectively with stakeholders and project teams, while developing the capability, competence, and wellbeing of their staff. Overall, they would be a proactive and accountable professional who ensures the railway infrastructure is safe, resilient, and performing at its best.