Technician [Signalling Maintenance] - Hereford x2

Network Rail is a significant organisation committed to enhancing, maintaining, and operating the UK's railway network to provide a safer, more reliable, and punctual service. We are looking for individuals to join our team in the Wales and Western region, specifically in Hereford.

About the Role

As a Signalling & Telecoms Technician, you will be the crucial link between the team leader and the operational team. You will work with essential railway equipment, including signals, level crossings, and points systems. This role demands a willingness to learn and develop a wide range of technical skills in manual, electrical, and digital equipment.

Technicians work outdoors in all conditions, year-round, and may be involved in demanding manual work, often across challenging terrain. A strong safety focus, respect for rules, and a collaborative team spirit are essential, as work is frequently conducted near high-speed moving trains.

Your Role in the Team

You will be a natural team player, capable of stepping up to lead when required. Your skills will be used to ensure work is delivered safely, and you will verify the team's competencies against strict safety standards. Acting as a role model for safe working behaviours, you will be empowered to challenge potential safety risks, ensuring everyone returns home safely each day.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Contract: 35 hours per week with hybrid and flexible working options.
• Staff Travel: 75% discount on leisure rail travel for you and family members.
• Season Ticket Subsidy: Up to 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets for commuting.
• Benefits Package: Includes healthcare offers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and various online shopping and childcare discounts.
• Leave: 5 days paid volunteering leave and 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community.
• Recognition: Opportunity to join the PROUD reward and recognition scheme in the Wales and Western region.
• Shifts: Involves a changing shift pattern including days, nights, and weekends, with individual rostering.
• Outdoor Working: Comfort working in all weather conditions is required.
• On-Call: Participation in a 24/7 on-call rota is required.
• Driving Licence: A Category B driving licence is necessary to drive Network Rail vehicles.
• Commute: Must be within a 60-minute commute of Hereford and able to drive to the depot.

Your Experience and Skills

While direct rail experience is not always necessary, transferable skills are highly valued. We are looking for individuals with:

• Leadership: Ability to lead, motivate, and direct a team safely and efficiently.
• Communication: Strong skills to deliver clear instructions.
• Technical Skills: Experience in maintenance, inspection, testing, and fault-finding on electrical, electronic, mechanical, or signalling equipment.
• Safety Consciousness: Ability to role model safe behaviours, implement safe systems of work, and challenge unsafe situations.
• Problem-Solving: Persistence in finding safe and effective solutions and continuously developing skills.
• Willingness to Learn: Commitment to developing skills and staying updated with standards and procedures.
• Qualifications: Ideally NVQ Level 1 or 2 in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.

Pre-Employment Checks

Offers of employment are subject to drug and alcohol testing, a relevant medical assessment (including hearing and eyesight), and BPSS pre-employment checks.

Salary: £45,669 per annum

Location: Hereford

Closing Date: 15th October 2026

For assistance with your application, please email WalesResourcing@networkrail.co.uk.