Operative Signalling Maintenance

Operative Signalling Maintenance (Woking)

Location: Woking, GB

Department: CV SM(S), Woking, Direct (882513) G1

Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We are an inclusive organisation that values diversity and offers a safe, accessible railway for everyone.

You will support daily maintenance of the rail network, working in a small team to keep the network operating safely for passengers and freight. Your experience will be built through training and hands‑on work with signals, level crossings and points systems.

• Collaborate with the team to carry out essential maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare vehicles and equipment before each shift to ensure everything is ready and safe.
• Drive between work sites and transport tools and materials.
• Perform lookout duties to protect your team from oncoming trains and other hazards.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including physically demanding environments.

• A qualification or demonstrable knowledge in engineering, electrical or electronic systems (for example, City & Guilds, GNVQ, National Diploma).
• Experience in safety‑critical environments.
• Full UK driving licence (Category
  
  B).
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends and on‑call duties.
• Ability to commute to the location within 60 minutes.
• Successful completion of drug and alcohol testing, medical assessment and BPSS clearance.

• Pre‑screening questions.
• Online psychometric testing (approx. 45 minutes).
• Assessment centre – in‑person or virtual, including practical and behavioural exercises.

Salary: £37,073 per annum.

Benefits are available. Please see the Network Rail Benefits page for details.

20th January 2026

Full‑time

Network Rail is an inclusive employer of choice. We welcome applications from everyone, including those from diverse backgrounds and with disabilities. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.