Operative
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Brief Description:
You’ll help keep our nation moving every single day. This is a critical part of the work we do is the daily upkeep of the rail network.
As an operative you’ll work outdoors in a small team, supporting essential maintenance to keep the railway running safely and smoothly for passengers and freight users.
Our operative community comes from a variety of different backgrounds, and this might be the first time that you’ve even considered a career in rail. We’re focused on your transferrable skills and behaviours and if you can demonstrate that, then we will provide you with all the necessary training to have you working safely and competently out on the network.
This is a 23-month fixed term contract to complete the training and give you an opportunity to secure a permanent Technician at the conclusion of this contract.
About the role:
Operatives can specialise in a range of disciplines but for this role you’ll become a specialist in;
Track – You’ll be responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the track network, (also known as the Permanent Way or P-Way) to keep the railway safe and efficient. This is a very manual role as you’ll be working with rails, sleepers and ballast that support the trains, together with their associated drainage and ancillary structures.
Our operatives work outside in all conditions, at all times of the year, day, or night. You’ll be involved in demanding manual work, often with the need to transport kit, across tricky terrain. Being safety focused, respectful of rules and a team player will be critical as you’ll often be working next to moving trains travelling at high speed.
You matter to your team:
The team depends on you. You’re the one who shows up first and leaves last, who makes sure the van and equipment are checked and ready for every shift, and who drives the team from site to site. Every day you’ll support your team in maintaining equipment and will provide lookout duties to keep the whole team safe.
Your skills matter:
Our operatives play a key role in our maintenance teams. You don’t necessarily need rail experience, but you do need to show how your transferrable skills meet the following:
Teamworking: Our maintenance teams depend on each other and you’ll be able to work closely with the team to deliver safe and efficient work delivery.
Communication: You’ll have good communication skills so you can work safely and effectively.
Proactive planning: Being punctual, having the van and equipment ready and anticipating the needs of the team are essential to keeping our passengers and freight moving.
Working under pressure: Working outdoors in all conditions, and with trains passing close by means you’ll need to remain calm under pressure.
Following rules and instructions: It is important that you understand and respect the rules, but also feel confident to challenge if you see a situation is unsafe.
Willingness to learn: You’ll consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures, and instructions.
It matters that this is the right role for you:
Here’s some additional information which might help you;
Shifts – Operative roles involve a changing shift pattern including days, nights, and weekends.
Outdoor working – Our operatives work outside in all weathers and so you’ll be comfortable working in different conditions.
Safe working – offers of employment are subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment and BPSS pre-employment checks. This will include a hearing and eyesight examination.
You matter to us:
Your commitment to self-development and continuous learning is hugely important in this role and we’ll provide you with all the training to develop both technical skills and non-technical skills. If you’re joining us from another industry, the structured training will give you the skills and confidence to move into a rewarding career in rail. Today’s operatives are tomorrow’s technicians and team leaders, and we offer a clear career path for you.
You will enjoy a wide range of benefits!
Privileged staff travel – Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members.
A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train.
Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site.
Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, with hybrid working, flexible working, and family friendly support.
5 days paid volunteering leave.
2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community.
In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours.
Salary: £30,351
Some on call may be required at times.
Closing date: 12 February 2025.
This is a 23-month fixed term contract to complete the training and give you an opportunity to secure a permanent Technician at the conclusion of this contract.
Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted.
Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test.
Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We’re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we’re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can.
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