Examiner Inspector

About the Role

Network Rail is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Examiner Inspector to join their team. This role is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about structural safety and who thrive in dynamic, hands-on environments.

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting thorough site examinations of various structures and assessing their condition within defined timescales using the ALARM system. If you are qualified in roped access, you will also carry out specialist inspections in hard-to-reach areas. Your findings will be compiled into detailed condition reports, contributing directly to the safety and performance of the network.

You will also support special and sensitive structure examinations, assist with tunnel inspections, and respond rapidly to incidents such as bridge strikes. Your ability to make sound, safety-critical decisions on-site, sometimes under pressure, will be crucial. Additionally, you will participate in reconnaissance visits and provide essential support to the Examining Engineers team.

This role offers a unique chance to influence infrastructure safety, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and be part of a team that values quality, safety, and environmental responsibility. If you are ready to make a real impact and grow your career in structural examination, we would love to hear from you.

Additional Role Requirements

This position covers Central Route, encompassing the West Midlands and Chiltern areas.

What's in it for you

Network Rail offers a range of benefits, including:

• 28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days.
• Choice of pension schemes.
• 75% discount on leisure travel for you and your family.
• Private Healthcare.
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave.
• Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel.
• Gym Pass - access to gyms across the UK.
• My Benefits platform - offering national and local retail discounts.

Network Rail aims to ensure a positive candidate experience. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, please let them know.

Some roles require face-to-face Drugs & Alcohol testing, with further details provided as part of the formal offer. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Your Experience and Skills

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• GCSE pass in English Language.
• C&G/NVQ Level 3 in any building construction trade (additional relevant experience may be considered).
• STE04/SCMI competent Individual Working Alone.
• Bridge Strike Examiner qualification.
• IT literate with minimum word processing and drawing application skills.
• Full driving licence.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work alone with minimum supervision.

Desirable, but not crucial, qualifications/experience include:

• ONC/HNC level qualification / Technician Engineer (ICE).
• Previous experience in the rail industry and knowledge of railway practice.
• Controller of Site Safety/ Engineering Supervisor qualification.
• Confined Space Awareness/Training.