Environment Specialist

Network Rail is a vital part of the UK's infrastructure, serving millions of passengers and freight users daily. We are committed to enhancing, maintaining, and operating our network efficiently to deliver a safer, more reliable, and punctual service. This is an exciting time to join our team in the Wales and Western region as we implement reforms designed to improve our maintenance organisation through agile response teams, optimized rostering, multi-skilling, and accelerated technology deployment.

We are an inclusive employer that values our people and offers significant opportunities for personal and professional development. We aim to deliver a railway that is safe, reliable, affordable, and provides excellent customer service. If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career, Network Rail is a company where you will matter.

About the Role

The role of Environmental Advisor is to provide essential environmental expertise, assurance, and guidance across the Western Route. You will support the achievement of compliance with environmental legislation, Network Rail standards, operating procedures, and the Environmental Management System. Key responsibilities include undertaking environmental assurance activities on Network Rail infrastructure and stations, supporting Air Quality Improvement Plans, investigating environmental incidents and non-conformances, and promoting continuous improvement in environmental performance, sustainability, and risk management.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Provide expert support and guidance on all environmental matters to ensure legislative compliance.
• Update and maintain environmental records and documentation to support the environment management system and emergency plans.
• Act as a key point of liaison with environmental stakeholders.
• Produce and undertake a programme of surveillance and inspection checks.
• Monitor the closeout of environmental non-conformances.

Pay and Rewards

This role is a Band 4 B with a salary ranging from £35,582 to £43,400 per annum. The role can be based at any location within the Western Route, including London, Reading, Swindon, Bristol, or Exeter.

As a Network Rail employee, you will benefit from:

• Privileged staff travel with a 75% discount on leisure travel for yourself and family members.
• A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets for commuting.
• GWR ticket alliance offering heavily discounted all-day passes for you and guests.
• A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare offers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and access to a shopping discounts site.
• A choice of pension schemes.
• Excellent work-life balance with a 35-hour per week contract, hybrid and flexible working options, flexible leave, and enhanced family-friendly support.
• 5 days paid volunteering leave.
• 2 weeks paid reserve leave for Armed Forces personnel.
• Opportunity to join the PROUD reward and recognition scheme in the Wales and Western region.

More About the Role and Your Application

The closing date for applications is 13th October 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. This vacancy is also being advertised externally.

This role requires working in the office for at least 60% of the working week. To apply, please click the 'apply now' button.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments or modifications, please inform us within your application.

Your Experience and Skills

You will ideally have:

• A good understanding of UK and European environmental legislation and regulation.
• A good understanding of environmental management systems.
• Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques.
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, communication, and organisation skills.

Demonstrating your personal dedication to safety is a requirement for working at Network Rail.

What could set you apart

• Knowledge of the operational railway environment.
• Knowledge of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.

If you are unsure whether you meet all the requirements, please submit your application. We will assess your application and determine the best match, as some criteria may be learnable in the role.