Team Leader [Track Maintenance] - Sittingbourne

Join the Southern Region, one of the UK's busiest and most dynamic railway networks. We keep vital passenger and freight routes moving daily, impacting millions of journeys. We are integrating with train operating companies under national leadership, offering opportunities to shape the future of rail through modernization, performance improvement, and safety enhancement.

Team Leader - Track Maintenance Inspections

Location: Sittingbourne

Salary: Standard Maintenance Contract £45699 + Location Allowance

Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends (Safety Critical)

About the role

We are seeking proactive, safety-focused leaders for our Track Maintenance team. You will lead a crew responsible for maintaining and renewing track infrastructure, the foundation of a safe and reliable railway. This role is for individuals passionate about leading from the front, driving safety and performance, and fostering a positive team culture.

What You'll Do

As a Team Leader, you will be instrumental in ensuring your high-performing team delivers excellence in inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal of track assets. This hands-on, dynamic role requires adherence to the highest standards and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate your team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Establish and maintain robust safety arrangements for staff and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with safe systems of work, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor and check the quality of work, confirming assets meet all standards.
• Verify that vehicles, tools, and equipment are fit for purpose and properly managed.
• Compile accurate reports and maintain essential records.
• Support the development and competence of your team.

Your experience and skills

Who We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in planning, implementing, and managing safe systems of work.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and embed a culture of safety.
• Excellent communication skills-verbal and written.
• Technical expertise in conductor rail inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and procedures.

What Could Set You Apart:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
• Willingness to drive vehicles.

This is a safety-critical role requiring a medical assessment and subject to drug and alcohol testing. Flexibility for shift work (days, nights, weekends) is essential.

Why you'll love it here

Perks That Pack a Punch:

• Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
• Up to 75% off leisure travel.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Volunteer leave and Carer's leave.
• Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.

We're All About Inclusion: We believe diversity drives innovation. We welcome all individuals with the skills and spark to join our team. Bring your authentic self.

About Your Application: You will be asked to complete your three-year employment history and upload your CV. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and will provide reasonable adjustments upon request.

Safety and Compliance: Safe behaviour is paramount. All prospective candidates will be required to pass a drugs and alcohol test. Positive test results will lead to a 5-year suspension from safety-critical roles.