Senior Asset Engineer (R&E) [Track]

**Who We Are** -------------- **Join Network Rail \- Where People and Connections Matter** At Network Rail, we keep millions of passengers and tonnes of freight moving safely and efficiently every day. Join us and you'll play a key role in delivering a railway that connects communities, supports businesses and helps Britain thrive. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to reach their full potential. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we're proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We'll work with you to provide any support or adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process. We also recognise the importance of flexibility and work\-life balance and are committed to helping our colleagues achieve both. If you're looking to make a real difference and be part of something that matters, we'd love to hear from you. **About the role** ------------------ **About the Role** We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Asset Engineer (Renewals \& Enhancements) (Track)** to join our team. In this key asset management role, you will lead the determination and development of Track engineering requirements to support renewal, refurbishment and enhancement investment programmes. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will help shape investment decisions, develop technical requirements and ensure the successful delivery of schemes that improve the safety, reliability and performance of the railway. You'll provide technical leadership throughout the asset lifecycle, ensuring that engineering solutions align with Network Rail's asset policies, standards and long\-term strategic objectives. At Network Rail, we are committed to building a more inclusive railway for our passengers, customers and colleagues. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to create an environment where people feel respected, valued and able to reach their full potential. **Key Accountabilities** * Contribute to the development of route strategies and the prioritised workbank. Manage the inclusion of allocated items into appropriate programmes and monitor through to completion, including approval of programme changes. Determine and advise on the implications if work is not undertaken within the recommended timeframe, including impacts on asset measures and outputs. * Lead the development and implementation of the Track renewal, refurbishment and enhancement workbank to deliver Network Rail's strategic objectives. * Lead the specification and acceptance of renewal requirements criteria for Track engineering works, including design approval and any specific requirements associated with acceptance into maintenance. * Following handover to delivery, support the development and implementation of projects to confirm renewal requirements are correctly interpreted, scope changes are agreed, asset management plan deliverables are achieved and schemes deliver their intended outcomes. * Lead the provision of Track engineering input to enhancement projects, ensuring works are specified and accepted in accordance with company asset policies and standards. * Identify issues of national significance and escalate to the national team where appropriate. Support the development and review of national standards relating to renewals and enhancements. * Ensure accurate and comprehensive records relating to the existence, configuration and modification history of Track assets are maintained and accurately reflect their current "as\-built" status. * Participate in investigations of incidents as required. * Lead and participate in engineering verification activities in support of the verification programme. * Contribute to the development and maintenance of Route Asset Management Plans. * Carry out asset condition inspections to inform the Track asset condition database and renewals workbank. Band 3C £55,596 \- £67,813 Plus an Inner London allowance of £3,270\. * **Generous annual leave** , plus statutory days, with the option to buy or sell additional leave * **Defined benefit pension scheme** , providing long term financial security * **Flexible and hybrid working arrangements** * **Travel benefits** , including: + Up to **75% subsidised rail and underground season tickets** + Up to **75% discount on leisure rail travel** + **Interest free loans** for season tickets and station car parking * **Health and wellbeing support** * **Enhanced family policies** * **Carer's leave** , recognising caring responsibilities outside of work **Network Rail Benefits** \- To find out about what benefits we offer, click here **Closing date** : 22 July 2026 \- Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes. Been referred by a friend, then please complete this form You can visit Evenbreaks 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. **Drugs and Alcohol Standard:** **Depending on the role, candidates that are made a conditional offer, may be a required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your offer will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results will be securely held on Sentinel database and a five\-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.** Network Rail adheres to pre\-employment Baseline Personal Security Standard (BPSS), this is government standard for pre \-employment vetting. BPSS government standard pre\-employment vetting requires Network Rail to screen a potential employee's unspent criminal convictions and undertake 3\-year career checks. Employment at Network Rail is subject to employees meeting the BPSS government standard pre\-employment vetting. Network Rail welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or another irrelevant factor. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. 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. Applicants should demonstrate their personal commitment to safety in their application. Network Rail positively embraces flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life. **Your experience and skills** ------------------------------ **What We're Looking For** We're looking for an experienced and proactive engineering professional who can provide technical leadership, influence investment decisions and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. You will be comfortable analysing complex engineering challenges, developing practical solutions and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver successful asset management outcomes. **Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications** * Incorporated Engineer. * Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent. * Membership of relevant professional institution. * Substantial Track engineering experience, particularly related to renewals and enhancements. * Holds relevant professional licences and technical qualifications, or capable of achieving within reasonable timescales. * An understanding of policy and technical, safety and performance standards relating to signal engineering. * Holds valid UK driving licence, or eligible and willing to obtain. **Desirable Skills, Experience and Qualifications** * Chartered Engineer. * An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques. * Knowledge of investment processes and procedures, including relevant computer systems. * Experience in the integration of complex engineering systems. * Knowledge of project management techniques. **Why Network Rail?** Our railway connects millions of people and businesses every day. The decisions made by our asset management teams play a crucial role in ensuring the network remains safe, reliable and fit for the future. As a Senior Asset Engineer (Renewals \& Enhancements) (Track), you'll help shape the long\-term performance of the railway, influencing investment priorities and delivering improvements that benefit passengers, freight customers and communities across Britain. We're committed to fostering a culture where everyone belongs. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences and identities and are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. **Join us and help build a better, safer and more reliable railway for everyone.** #### **Key Information** **Vacancy Details** ------------------- **Number of Positions:**1 **Contract Type:**Permanent **Hours:**Full Time **Salary:**£55,596 \- £67,813 **Location:**London Puddle Dock, Blackfriars **Closing Date:**22\-JUL\-2026 **Job Category:**Engineering and Asset Management **Function:**Southern Region **Organisation:**CZ RAM Track Kent (541840\) G1 **Location Map** ----------------