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. Click here to learn more.

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.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

About the role

Lead, inspire and keep Britain's railway moving.

Are you an experienced maintenance professional with a passion for safety, leadership and asset performance? We have an exciting opportunity in the Sussex region for a Track Maintenance Engineer to lead a dedicated team responsible for the inspection, maintenance and reliability of critical railway infrastructure.

In this key leadership role, you will manage the safe and efficient delivery of maintenance activities across the Sussex route, ensuring assets are maintained to the highest standards while driving performance, productivity and continuous improvement. You will play a vital role in developing your team, maintaining safety and compliance, and delivering a reliable railway for passengers and freight customers.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and motivating a high-performing maintenance team.
• Ensuring the safe inspection and maintenance of track assets.
• Driving improvements in safety, reliability, efficiency and asset performance.
• Managing work priorities, resource planning and delivery programmes.
• Maintaining compliance with railway standards, procedures and legislation.
• Leading investigations into incidents and implementing lessons learned.
• Supporting asset renewal activities and maintenance-led projects.
• Developing the skills, competence and engagement of your team.

Salary: 3C / £55,596-£67,813

Location: Norwood Junction, Croydon DU

Inner London Allowance

Unsociable Allowance

Performance Related Pay Scheme

This is a full-time permanent position. 

Candidates must live within a 60-minute commute to Norwood Junction, as this is a fully onsite role with no option to work from home, and it operates on a shift-based schedule requiring both day and night working.

       Closing date: 30th October 2026 - Late applications will not be accepted.

      What's in it for you

      Here are a few of the benefits we offer

• 28 day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
• Choice of pension schemes
• 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
• Private Healthcare
• 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

Your experience and skills

What you'll bring

You will bring strong technical knowledge, proven maintenance management experience and a commitment to safety excellence. You will be a confident leader with excellent communication and organisational skills, capable of influencing others and delivering results in a fast-paced operational environment.

Essential

• Relevant technical competence. 
• Experience in maintenance management and delivery. 
• Knowledge of safety and compliance management processes. 
• Detailed understanding of railway standards and procedures. 
• Knowledge of the operational railway environment. 
• Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills.
• IRSE Licence holder (Signalling only)
• Local Accident & Incident Investigation

Desirable

• Incorporated Engineer
• Membership of professional body

Help shape the future of railway maintenance while leading a team that keeps the network safe, reliable and performing at its best. Apply today and make a real impact on Britain's railway.

Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible.  

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. Click here for more information 

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