Track Quality Supervisor

Overview

Location
Basingstoke, GB

Department Name
CX ATME 1 Eastleigh Indirect (881102) G1

About Network Rail
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We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues and protecting safety and wellbeing.

We encourage flexible working where possible and will help you balance other aspects of your life while investing in your career with us.

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Delivery of all on-track machine operations to the required timescales, quality and specification.

Key Accountabilities

• Mark up obstructions for tamping/stoneblower operations. Liaise with machine operators and check machine output to present a good standard of work.
• Supervise on-track machines operations to deliver optimum output.
• Mark up design lifts and slues and check schemes.
• Check clearances for tamping/stoneblower operations through structures.
• Plan and undertake site inspections to identify preparatory work for tamping/stoneblower operations. Preparatory work to be planned and carried out in liaison with Track Section Managers.
• Direct and supervise staff allocated to assist on track machine operations.
• Produce and process paper and electronic records of tamping/stoneblower operations in accordance with laid down procedures.
• Assist with other duties as directed by the Assistant Track Maintenance Engineer.

Essential

• Knowledge of types on On-Track Machines
• Knowledge of Track Geometry principles
• Experienced in track geometry measurement
• Experience in setting out for On Track Plant
• Competent to Engineering Supervisor

Desirable

• Track Geometry design knowledge

Salary £38,000 - £46,000 + Role Associated allowances

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Closing date
: 23rd January 2026

Please get your application in as soon as possible. We may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted.

Please note the recruitment process for this role is a Competency based interview.

We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone!

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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.

Drugs and Alcohol Standard:
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 on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.

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