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Asset Engineer (High Speed) [Built Environment]

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Asset Engineer (High Speed) [Built Environment]

Who We Are

Network Rail High Speed Ltd. (NRHS) is responsible for operating and maintaining the UK's only international high-speed railway (HS1) owned by London St. Pancras Highspeed.

The 109km London St. Pancras Highspeed 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 International, and Ebbsfleet International.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd, NRHS is privately financed under an agreement with our client London St. Pancras Highspeed, 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 - to deliver the best High Speed rail customer experience.

https://www.networkrail.co.uk/running-the-railway/our-routes/network-rail-high-speed/

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!

Vacancy Details

Duration: Permanent role which is based in St Pancras, London

Salary: £43,588 - £53,167 plus inner London allowance of £3,270

Contact: If you require further information on the role, please contact Martin McMahon via email Martin.Mcmahon2@networkrail.co.uk

About the role

As an Asset Engineer, you will provide comprehensive asset management and engineering support across a diverse portfolio of building services and systems assets. You will play a key role in determining engineering requirements, developing renewal and enhancement strategies, and ensuring our building services assets continue to deliver a safe, reliable and efficient railway for passengers and freight users.

Working closely with maintenance teams, project delivery teams and key stakeholders, you will use asset performance data, condition information and engineering expertise to identify and prioritise interventions that maximise asset reliability, compliance and value for money.

What does the average day look like?

As an Asset Engineer (Building Services & Systems), no two days are the same. You could be analysing asset performance data, carrying out site inspections, developing renewal strategies, supporting major projects, investigating technical issues, or collaborating with colleagues across maintenance, operations and project delivery. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our building services and systems assets remain safe, reliable and fit for the future, helping to deliver a world-class railway for our passengers and freight customers."

A little bit about the team...

You'll be joining the  Asset Management team, a specialist engineering team responsible for ensuring the safety, reliability and performance of a wide range of building services and systems assets, such as lifts and escalators, ventilation, and fire protection, across the high speed route. These assets form a critical part of the railway infrastructure and support the operation of stations, depots and operational buildings.

Working within a collaborative and highly skilled engineering environment, the team manages the whole asset lifecycle, from condition assessment and maintenance strategy through to renewal, refurbishment and enhancement projects. The team works closely with maintenance colleagues, project delivery teams, contractors and key stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient and sustainable asset solutions that support a world-class railway.

Next Steps

CV shortlisting will take place after the advert closes.

Early applications are encouraged, as we may close the advert early due to high application volumes.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please¿add a note to your application.

We encourage you to review our Safety Vision, as safety is an important part of the culture at Network Rail

All external offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. 

Your experience and skills

Who are we looking for?

Essential

  • Incorporated Engineer or working towards membership of a relevant professional institution HND or equivalent qualification in relevant subject  
  • Experience of buildings systems asset management activities
  • An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques
  • Knowledge of engineering policies and standards relating to building systems
  • Working towards membership of a relevant professional institution

Desirable

  • Chartered Engineer
  • Member of a relevant professional institution

Key Information

Vacancy Details

Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
Salary:
£43,588 - £53,167
Location:
London Stratford Place, London
Geographical Area:
London (Inside M25)
Closing Date:
13-OCT-2026
Job Category:
Engineering and Asset Management
Function:
Southern Region
Organisation:
CT NR (High Speed) Ltd - Asset Management (989091) G1

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