Rail track maintenance worker job

Maintaining the security of railway tracks, plant and machinery, tools, and other equipment is the responsibility of a track maintenance operator, who is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing these things.

The Work Being Done

It's possible that:

performing checks on the railroad's rails, sleepers, switches, crossovers, and sets of points

doing upkeep work on the track utilizing both mechanical and hand instruments

checking to see that all of the attachments on the track are in place and secure

use several pieces of equipment to ensure that the track is straight.

performing checks and repairs on the railway, trucks, manufacturing facility, and other equipment

assuming the role of lookout and executing hand signaling responsibilities

submitting reports of mishaps and events

if the situation calls for it, driving automobiles on the road

ensuring that all of the equipment, tools, and supplies are in good working order and are kept in the appropriate manner.

Pay

The following numbers should only be used as a reference. The actual pay rates may vary based on the following factors:

where you make a living

the magnitude of the business or organization that you are employed by

the level of competition for the job.

Beginning pay are typically somewhere in the region of £22,000 per year. After gaining expertise, you will be able to earn up to around 23,700 pounds per year, or perhaps more. Extra money may be made via things like shift bonuses and working overtime. As one advances through the ranks, there is potential for a rise in earnings.

Conditions

You will spend most of your time working outside, regardless of the weather.

It's possible that you'll have to heft some hefty loads.

You would be expected to work erratic hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends; in order to keep services running smoothly, a significant amount of work is completed during these times.

There may be instances when you will be required to work away from home.

It is possible that you may sometimes be on call in order to respond to urgent situations.

You are going to be required to wear protective clothes such as a hard helmet, safety boots, and a high visibility jacket.

Some of the positions fall under the category of "safety important function," which necessitates adhering to stringent requirements and being evaluated on a consistent basis. These positions also need additional training.

Getting In

In most cases, you will not be required to have any official credentials in order to enter. It is beneficial to have a solid general education, which should include the ability to speak English and do some basic math.

It would be beneficial to have a suitable National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) at Level 1, or another qualification of similar standing.

You are required to have a healthy body and to pass a medical exam that will screen you for drugs and alcohol in addition to checking your fitness level.

In addition to that, you will need to do well on several online exams.

What are the Prerequisites?

You are required to have:

an excellent communicator

dependable as well as accountable

conscious of issues pertaining to safety

practical

capable of doing a variety of practical tasks

someone who is physically fit and has a lot of stamina.

It is necessary for you to be able to:

cooperate nicely with other people.

putting in effort to establish norms and regulations

Work swiftly while maintaining precision.

Take care of unexpected events with speed and composure.

Training

The training takes place on the job and starts out with a brief orientation session.

After that, you would have periods of instruction in a variety of abilities. Your workplace or an outside organization that offers training might be the source of these opportunities.

You may be able to earn Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) in courses that are relevant to your field of study.

Getting a Grip

You will need experience as well as further training in order to be considered for advancement to leading trackperson.

In due time, you'll be able to submit an application for a position as a track inspector.

You may be able to further your career by obtaining certifications in maintenance engineering and moving into technician positions.