Technical Officer

Network Rail · Ipswich

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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.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.

Key Accountabilities-

  1. Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans and other instructions.
  2. Adhere to company policies and procedures
  3. Assist in the provision of technical support
  4. Assist in undertaking technical inspections, tests, investigations and analysis of technical data.
  5. Assist with the preparation of method statements and/or plans for design or work activities where required.
  6. Provide information and accurately update systems, databases and records.
  7. Contribute to your own development and that of others.

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.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Posted 29 Oct 2026
Apply by 30 Oct 2026

Where you'd be based

IP2 0AT

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