Technician [Mechanical & Electrical]
Network Rail
Who We Are
Join our Infrastructure Team at Network Rail High Speed
Network Rail High Speed Ltd. (NRHS) is responsible for operating and maintaining the UK's only international high-speed railway, High Speed (HS1).
The 109km HS1 infrastructure consists of a diverse range of railway assets such as the track, signalling, overhead line, lineside buildings, depots, viaducts and long tunnels. NRHS is also responsible for operating and maintaining three international stations; St Pancras, Stratford and Ebbsfleet International.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd, NRHS is privately financed under an agreement with our client 'HS1 Ltd', undertaking a diverse range of activities from railway infrastructure maintenance and operations - through to station facilities management and retail on behalf of our client.
Our Vision: For everyone to love High Speed rail!
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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're an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more!
Technician - Mechanical & Engineering
Location: Singlewell
Salary: £43,816 + Outer London Allowance £1600
Shift Pattern: Days, Nights and Weekends (Safety Critical Role)
About the role
Build Your Skills. Support the Team. Keep Our Infrastructure Moving.
We're looking for a hands¿on, adaptable Technician with a passion for engineering, safety and teamwork. In this frontline role, you'll support a Team Leader, get involved in a wide range of maintenance activities, and help keep critical infrastructure operating safely and reliably.
What you'll do
In this key post, you'll work closely with a Team Leader to organise, support and motivate a specialist Infrastructure Maintenance team. You'll help ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with strict technical standards.
You'll also get involved directly in all types of maintenance activities - from renewals and inspections to faulting and diagnostic work. No two days will look the same.
Acting as Team Leader When Required
There will be times when you step up and take the lead. This means:
Setting up and maintaining safety arrangements
Checking and controlling the quality of work
Ensuring staff have the right competencies for their tasks
Making sure vehicles, tools, plant and equipment are fit for purpose
This is a crucial frontline position that requires resilience, confidence and strong decision¿making. Working on a shift basis, you'll maintain high standards at any time of the day - and in any weather.
Your experience and skills
What You Bring
Technical Background in ONE of the Following
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Maintenance
Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems
What you'll need
Solid understanding of electrical principles
Willingness to learn new skills and grow your technical knowledge
Experience promoting safe working practices
Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
A full UK driving licence
Bonus Skills (Not Essential, But Great to Have!)
Knowledge of the railway industry
Experience mentoring or developing team members
Ability to share lessons learned and promote continuous improvement
Understanding of operational railway environments
Why You'll Love It Here
Impact: Your work keeps Britain moving.
Training: We'll give you the skills to succeed.
Career Path: Today's operatives are tomorrow's technicians and leaders.
Team Spirit: Work with people who care about making a difference.
Important Information
Shifts include days, nights, and weekends.
Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
Must live within 60 minutes of your depot.
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.
Why you'll love it here
- 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.
- 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 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.
About your application
As part of the application process, you'll be asked to complete your three-year employment history and upload your CV. You'll also answer a short set of questions, which should take around 5-10 minutes.
Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.
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
Key Information
Vacancy Details
Number of Positions
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Location
Gravesend
Geographical Area
London (Inside M25)
Closing Date
18-JUN-2026
Job Category
Mobile Maintenance & Response
Function
Southern Region
Organisation
CT NR (High Speed) Ltd - Control & Systems Section M&E (989152) G1