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Romford Depot Jutsums Lane, Romford, London

Senior Technical Officer

Network Rail
Construction
Construction
Negotiable
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Description

Location
Romford Depot, Jutsums Lane, Romford, London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£42,000 DOE

About the Role
This role is responsible for delivering technical work safely, efficiently, and in line with approved procedures, standards, and company policies. You will manage the preparation, quality, and compliance of work activities, including producing specifications, method statements, and work plans. The position involves designing, installing, testing, and commissioning equipment, as well as carrying out and supervising inspections, surveys, investigations, and technical analysis to ensure assets meet required performance and safety standards. You will provide technical guidance and support to the team, prioritising and coordinating workloads while managing resources, materials, and calibrated equipment. The role also includes maintaining accurate technical records and systems, supporting continuous improvement, and contributing to both personal development and the development of others within the team, ensuring skills and knowledge are maintained to a high standard.

About Network Rail
At Network Rail, we are dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. We believe our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail, and applicants should be able to demonstrate awareness of our safety vision.

Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement
Choice of pension schemes
Discounted leisure train travel for you and your family
75% subsidy on Rail and Underground season tickets
5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
Access to a benefits platform offering national and local discounts on retailers, gym memberships, and more

Requirements

Experience
- Knowledge of technical support activities and techniques
- Experience with electrification and plant maintenance and construction management processes, systems, and standards
- Experience working with Overhead Line Systems
- Candidates must hold a valid Sentinel card with PTS competency

About You
- Able to demonstrate, promote, and embed safe working behaviours within the team
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to coach, influence, and develop others
- Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need

Qualifications
- Hold and retain the competencies relevant to this post and required by business need
- Ideally hold or be working towards an NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in an engineering or leadership subject
- Desirable: Controller of Site Safety (COSS), Authorised Person SAI25, Ellipse trained

Expiry date: 30/07/2026
Senior Technical Officer
Company:
Network Rail
Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
Romford Depot Jutsums Lane, Romford, London