Track Inspector (Nights)

Transport for London (TfL) offers a great place to develop your career with its rich heritage, commercial outlook, iconic brand, and unique public service.

London Underground (LU) is the world's oldest metro system, facing the challenge of replacing ageing infrastructure while keeping millions of people moving daily. We have an exciting opportunity for a Track Inspector to work nights on the Bakerloo & Victoria Line.

The role involves undertaking track inspections to identify sub-standard conditions, raising job orders for necessary remedial works, and completing TANC assessments. You will also inspect completed works to ensure track maintenance complies with Standards, conduct 20% quality work checks, and perform PM1/3/4 inspections when required.

Accountabilities

• Populating the track maintenance and inspection programme to ensure track assets meet company and Business Unit Safety and Quality standards for scheduled train service operation.
• Inspecting track to promote the safety of customers, staff, and contractors, ensuring compliance with the Company’s Safety Policy, processes, and relevant Health and Safety legislation.
• Monitoring the maintenance work bank to ensure work is undertaken to programme and established quality and safety standards.
• Preparing Inspection programmes based on track conditions, operational intelligence, and engineering standards, while maintaining high standards of staff performance and productivity through effective communication and people management.
• Monitoring the performance of internal and external contractors undertaking track work and other line side maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Agreeing method statements before work commences and accepting the quality of work on completion when required.
• Carrying out technical investigations into public complaints relating to Track Condition or Noise & Vibration when required.
• Assessing staff for SCL purposes (Protection Master and T001/2) when required.
• Investigating root causes of track fires and preparing detailed reports.
• Scoping proposed renewal sites.

Skills, Knowledge, Experience

Skills

• Effective communication skills with managers and staff to ensure understanding of rules and management instructions (Essential).
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously or as part of a team (Essential).
• Hold a full driving licence (Essential).
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills (Desirable).

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Company safety standards, rules, and regulations applicable to the Track discipline (Essential).
• Deep knowledge of Track operational practices (Essential).
• Deep understanding of track components and related faults (Essential).
• Hold current Protection Master certification - PWT-EH (Essential).
• Hold current T001 licence (Desirable).
• Hold current T002 licence (Essential).
• Hold or be actively working towards PM3 and PM4 safety critical licences (Desirable).
• Hold or be actively working towards S-1176 Switch Inspection (Essential).
• First Aid certification (Desirable).
• TANC approved person (Standard SQE-S-012 refers) (Desirable).
• Hold A1 Assessor units / Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Workplace (Desirable).
• Knowledge of asset management systems (Desirable).

Experience

• Experience of working in a track maintenance environment (Essential).
• Experience of reporting via hand-held device (Desirable).
• Experience of carrying out track quality inspections using an Amber trolley (Desirable).

Application Process
Please apply using your CV and Cover Letter. Ensure your CV and cover letter address the skills, knowledge, and experience outlined in this advert. Please upload your Covering Letter and CV in word format, without photos or images.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
TfL is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, aiming to reflect the diverse communities it serves. As a Disability Confident Leader, TfL actively encourages applications from disabled people and may offer an assessment or interview to candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria via the scheme.

Benefits
In return for your commitment, you will receive excellent benefits, including:

• Final salary pension scheme
• Free travel on the TfL network
• 75% reimbursement for standard class National Rail travel from home
• 29 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow
• Optional private healthcare discounted scheme
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure, and travel offers
• Discounted Eurostar travel

Vetting Process
TfL's recruitment process involves checks outlined in its Vetting Charter to ensure a safe, inclusive, and reliable network. Honesty and accuracy in your application are crucial.

Important Notes
This advert may close early due to high application volume. This is a safety-critical role requiring Occupational Health clearance. If you have previously applied for this position, your application has been reviewed, and you do not need to reapply.