Control Centre Technician

About Network Rail

Join the Southern Region – where your work truly matters. Covering Wessex, Sussex, and Kent, the Southern Region is one of the busiest and most dynamic parts of the railway. Our teams keep some of the UK's most vital passenger and freight routes moving every single day. This is a place where collaboration, innovation, and resilience are key—and where your contribution will directly impact millions of journeys.

We are entering an exciting new chapter as we integrate with train operating companies under one national leadership, creating even greater opportunities to shape the future of rail. From supporting major modernisation programmes to improving performance for local communities and enhancing safety across complex operational environments, Southern offers a fast‑paced, rewarding environment to grow your career and make a real difference.

Basingstoke, GB

CX SMS, Basing ROC, Direct (881711) G1

🚆 Control Centre Technician – Be the Heartbeat of Rail Operations! 🚆

Location:

Basingstoke ROC

Shift Pattern: 24/7 – No On‑Call Duties

Salary:
Starting from £52 291 (IMC
10) or £56 777 (Standard Maintenance Contract)+ Full Training Provided

Our Control Centre Technicians are the guardians of the railway's digital nervous system. You'll monitor and manage the signalling equipment that keeps trains moving through the London Core—where we run over 25 trains an hour! From Cisco network switches to signalling interlocking systems, you'll be the first line of defence when faults occur, ensuring quick responses and minimal disruption.

• Monitor and respond to real‑time alerts from remote condition monitoring systems.
• Provide first‑line fault response and assist with deeper investigations.
• Work with engineers and managers to prioritise and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Take ownership of your shift—working solo but supported by a strong team network.

• Comprehensive training:
  From short courses to multi‑week programmes, we'll give you the skills to succeed.
• Career development:
  Opportunities to grow into advanced technical roles.
• Inclusive culture:
  We celebrate diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.
• Work‑life balance:
  Structured shift patterns, no on‑call duties, and no trackside work.

• Proven experience in planning, implementing, and maintaining safe systems of work, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Strong leaders with the ability to motivate, direct, and embed a culture of safe working practices within the team.
• Ability to collaborate and influence across all levels.
• In‑depth knowledge of signalling inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques, alongside relevant standards and procedures.

• 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 to make a positive impact.
• Carer’s leave to support those who matter.
• Healthcare Scheme, Gym Pass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.

We believe diversity drives innovation. Whoever you are, however you identify, wherever you're from — if you've got the skills and the spark, we want you on our team. No suits required. Just bring your authentic self.

Location:

Basingstoke ROC
Shift Pattern: 24/7 – No On‑Call Duties
Salary: £56 777 (Standard Maintenance Contract)+ Full Training Provided
Closing date: 25th February 2026
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All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks. Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.

All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held in the Sentinel database and a 5‑year suspension from applying for a safety critical role or a role requiring PTS certification or a Key Safety role will be enforced.