Section Administrator [Track] - East Croydon Pway

Who We Are

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.

Section Administrator - Keep Our Operations Organised

Location: [Insert Location]

Contract: Secondment opportunity (6 Months)

Salary: Salary offered will depend on your currently salary and if lower will be topped up with a HQ allowance

About the role

Be the Organising Force Behind Our Team

We're looking for a Section Administrator to provide accurate, efficient, and proactive administrative support to the Section Manager and team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on organisation, attention to detail, and working in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Manage rosters and timesheets accurately and efficiently.
• Update systems, databases, and records as required, including opening and closing work orders.
• Support the administration of the Assessment in The Line process.
• Set up and maintain effective filing systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance for safety-critical documents.
• Undertake general office administration duties for the Section Manager, using a range of skills to provide seamless support.
• Provide assistance to other Section Administrators as directed.

Your experience and skills

What you'll bring

Essential

• Experience in clerical support and office management.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in relevant IT systems.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the operational railway environment.

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.
• 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 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.

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. .

Safety and Compliance

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

Fixed-Term

Hours

Full Time

Salary

£25,409 - £30,000

Location

East Croydon Pway, East Croydon

Geographical Area

London (Inside M25)

Closing Date

27-JUL-2026

Job Category

Administration & Secretarial

Function

Southern Region

Organisation

CQ TME Croydon North Indirect (871101) G1

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