Who We Are
At Network Rail, we're the publicly owned operator of Britain's rail infrastructure.
We're trusted custodians of one of our nation's most critical public assets: Scotland's Railway.
We keep Scotland moving - connecting people and places, supporting businesses, public services and communities - driving economic, social and environmental success.
Our work spans almost 20% of the UK network and between 2024 and 2029, we're investing £4.8 billion to enhance our stations and routes, supporting new passenger and freight rolling stock.
Working together with train operators, our investment will mean a more reliable, climate resilient railway; a better customer experience; and greener, more sustainable travel that links cities, towns, urban and rural communities with each other and with the wider UK.
But it's our people who make this progress possible. At Network Rail Scotland, you'll find an inclusive, supportive and flexible working culture where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. Join us.
This is your railway - and it's moving forward. For more information about Network Rail click here.
About the role
This role is a 12-month FTC opportunity. Any FTC extensions or the potential for the vacancy to become permanent will be reviewed nearer the time.
Here are some of the duties your role will include: -
- Compile and publish agreed rosters using the corporate rostering tool in accordance with Maintenance Rostering Principles, company policies and standards.
- Prepare rosters for weekly rostered duties. Covering sickness, annual leave, training, briefing and special arrangements. Liaise with relevant line managers to crosscheck roster data.
- Manage short notice roster alterations liaising with all affected employees and line managers, including gaining verbal confirmation where necessary. Respond to and resolve any queries relating to roster issues.
- Make roster arrangements for medical examinations and interviews.
- Make roster arrangements for safety critical competence expiries, training plans, training courses and briefings.
- Monitor competency data so that no base roster shifts are left uncovered due to expired competencies.
- Liaise with associated Competency Delivery Specialist on maintaining competency records.
- Gather and analyse fatigue data and highlight issues to the relevant line manager.
- Provide information and data to support the route and delivery unit reporting requirements.
How to Apply: -
Salary: £28,000
Closing date: Midnight of 9th November 2026. This vacancy is also being advertised externally.
Please note the recruitment process for this role is a competency-based interview. If any additional stages or testing/assessments are to take place, you will be notified of these.
To submit your application, click apply now. For tips to help you prepare and apply click here.
We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone! Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact ScotlandResourcingEnquiries@networkrail.co.uk or add a note to your application.
Should you wish to have a chat about this role, please contact recruiting manager Jane Conway - jane.conway@networkrail.co.uk
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. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application.
Your experience and skills
What you will bring to the role: -Essential
Excellent knowledge of national rostering principles
Previous successful experience in prioritising workloads and delivering to deadlines
Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Previous successful experience of analysing data and producing reports
Understanding of conditions of service applicable to rostering
Understanding of roster systems
Demonstrable ability to accurately manage data and attention to detail
Previous successful experience of working in a team and engaging with virtual team members
Able to demonstrate good general IT skills
It's desirable if you have it to help give you context to the role: -
- Geographical knowledge of the route
- Knowledge of the UK rail industry