Principal Technical Officer [ rack]

Who We Are Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision. About The Role Key Accountabilities -

• Manage and check the quality of work delivered and confirm assets are compliant to standards.
• Manage the preparation of work and resource specifications, method statements and plans.
• Manage information to update systems, databases and records.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Undertake and supervise technical tasks, survey and design work.
• Design, install, test and commission equipment.
• Provide technical support and guidance.
• Undertake technical inspections, tests, investigations and analysis of technical data.
• Update and provide information to accurately update systems, databases and records as required.
• Prioritise work arising and agree work plans for the group.
• Prepare specifications and requisition for materials.
• Manage processes and systems for the calibration and certification of tools and equipment.
• Contribute to your own development and that of others.
• Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans and other instructions. Salary £42,746 closing date - 19th October 2026 What's In It For You Here are a few of the benefits we offer
• Generous annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
• Choice of pension schemes
• 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
• Gym Pass -access to gyms across UK
• My Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discount Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer. Your Experience And Skills
• Knowledge and experience of technical support activities and techniques.
• Knowledge and experience of electrification and plant maintenance and construction management process, systems and standards.
• Knowledge and experience of design requirements, processes and techniques.
• Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Able to coach, influence and develop others.
• Hold and retain the competencies relevant to this post and required by business need.
• Ideally hold or be working towards and NVQ level 3 or 4 (or equivalent) in an engineering/leadership subject.
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.