Technician [Signalling Maintenance] - Hither Green

Network Rail is hiring a Technician for Signalling Maintenance in Hither Green, UK. The role involves supporting the team leader, conducting inspections, maintenance, and fault-finding on signalling equipment. Candidates should have experience in safe work systems and knowledge of signalling techniques. This safety-critical position requires flexibility for shifts including days, nights, and weekends. Benefits include generous leave, a pension scheme, and travel subsidies.
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Brief Description
🚦Technician - Signalling Maintenance


Location: Hither Green
Salary: Starting from IMC19 38716 or Standard Maintenance Contract 45669


Shift Pattern: Days, Nights and Weekends (Safety Critical Role)


We're looking for a motivated and safety-focused individual to join our Signalling Maintenance team. In this role, you'll support the Team Leader in organising and motivating the team, ensuring the team delivers work safely and to the highest standards. You'll also carry out inspections, fault-finding, maintenance, renewal work and occasionally step up as Team Leader.


About the role (External)
🌟What you'll do:





Deliver work safely and efficiently in line with approved systems, standards, and procedures.


Carry out inspections, maintenance, and fault-finding on signalling equipment to keep the network running smoothly.


Ensure tools, vehicles, and equipment are fit for use and properly maintained.


Accurately report completed work and maintain essential records.



✅What we're looking for:





Proven experience in planning and implementing safe systems of work.


Strong team player with the ability to motivate and embed a culture of safety within your team.


Knowledge of signalling inspection, faulting, maintenance, and renewal techniques.


Relevant competencies for the role (or willingness to achieve them), and ideally NVQ Level 1 or 2 (or equivalent experience).


A valid driving licence and willingness to drive.



✅What will help you stand out:





Familiarity with industry standards, procedures, and instructions.


Working towards or holding SMTH and IRSE competencies.



⚠️ Important Information


This is a safety-critical role, which means you'll need to pass a medical assessment and be subject to drug and alcohol testing.


Your role will involve working days, nights and weekends, so flexibility is necessary.


Please note: we require a minimum of 2 years S&T experience for this role.


🎁 Perks That Pack a Punch:


We offer excellent benefits, including:


🌞 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, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.


🧸 We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees.


Plus, more.


🌈 We're All About Inclusion


We believe that different perspectives make us stronger. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences and identities. If you're passionate about safety, leadership and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.


How to apply (External)
Location: Hither Green
Salary: 45669 + Location Allowance


Shift Pattern: Days, Nights and Weekends (Safety Critical Role)


Closing date: 10th April 2026 - late applications will not be accepted


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