Technician [Signalling Maintenance] - Wimbledon / Waterloo

Join the Southern Region, one of the busiest and most dynamic parts of the railway, covering Wessex, Sussex, and Kent. Our teams keep vital passenger and freight routes moving daily. We are integrating with train operating companies under one national leadership, creating opportunities to shape the future of rail, from supporting modernisation programmes to improving performance and enhancing safety.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused individual for our Signalling Maintenance team. You will support the Team Leader in organising and motivating the team to deliver work safely and to the highest standards. The role includes carrying out inspections, fault-finding, maintenance, renewal work, and occasionally stepping up as Team Leader.

What you'll do:

• Deliver work safely and efficiently in line with approved systems, standards, and procedures.
• Carry out inspections, maintenance, and fault-finding on signalling equipment to keep the network running smoothly.
• Ensure tools, vehicles, and equipment are fit for use and properly maintained.
• Accurately report completed work and maintain essential records.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in planning and implementing safe systems of work.
• Strong team player with the ability to motivate and embed a culture of safety.
• Knowledge of signalling inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques.
• Relevant competencies for the role (or willingness to achieve them), ideally NVQ Level 1 or 2 (or equivalent experience).
• A valid driving licence and willingness to drive.

What will help you stand out:

• Familiarity with industry standards, procedures, and instructions.
• Working towards or holding SMTH and IRSE competencies.
• COSS (Preferably with CRP & OLP)
• SMTH (Modules a, b, c, d & f)
• Track Circuits (Preferably including EBi 200 Digital, HVI & DC)
• Points (HW/RCPL)
• Interlockings (SSI and/or RRI)
• SMTH SFI Level 1
• Level Crossings (any)
• Control Systems (FDM, GETS Delphin & GETS MCS)
• Protection Controller

This is a safety-critical role, requiring a medical assessment and subject to drug and alcohol testing. The role involves working days, nights, and weekends, requiring flexibility. An assessment centre is expected in the second week of October; please ensure availability if applying.

Perks That Pack a Punch:

• Excellent benefits including generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days, with 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, Carer's leave, and generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.

We are committed to inclusion and believe diversity drives innovation. We encourage applications from all individuals who possess the required skills and spark.

As part of the application process, you will complete your three-year employment history and upload your CV. Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and will adapt the process to support people with disabilities. Please add a note to your application if you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including a drugs and alcohol test. Positive test results will be securely held and may result in a 5-year suspension from applying for safety-critical roles.