Principal Work, Jobs in Guildford, Eng (with Salaries)

Principal Technical Officer [Track] - Guildford AMM
Network Rail —Guildford
- From £40,451 a year
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
7d
Principal Technical Lead
QinetiQ —Farnborough
- £69,300 - £77,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- IT
- Employee discount
Senior Principal Engineering Lead
QinetiQ —Farnborough
- £86,400 - £96,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Leadership
- Employee discount
Planning Officer
Guildford Borough Council —Guildford
- £37,983 - £43,752 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Principal Engineer
M Group —Farnborough
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Computer networking
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Principal Licensing Officer
Horsham District Council —Horsham
- £45,091 - £54,495 a year
- Nights as needed
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- IT
- Business
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
5d
Principal Senior Technical Architect - National Security
QinetiQ —Farnborough
- £71,100 - £79,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Employee discount
Principal Senior Technical Architect - IT Platforms
QinetiQ —Farnborough
- £71,100 - £79,000 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- IT
- Employee discount
Principal Technical Consultant – Asset Integrity & Asset Management
KBR —Leatherhead
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- English
- Continuous improvement
Principal Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman —London
- £80,200 - £120,400 a year
- DevOps
- Java
- AWS
- Relocation assistance
Complaints Resolution Officer
Guildford Borough Council —Guildford
- £37,983 - £43,752 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
7d
General/Principal Building Control Surveyors
Wokingham Borough Council —Wokingham
- £59,914 - £72,173 a year
- Full-time
- No degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Head of Virology (ID4520)
Animal and Plant Health Agency —New Haw
- £73,165 - £81,535 a year
- Overtime
- Doctoral degree
- Presentation skills
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
1d
Principal Consultant - Ammonia & Derivatives
KBR —Leatherhead
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Ayesa —Guildford
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Senior Design Manager
Gallifordtry —Guildford
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Director/Principal Process/Specialty Eng
Fluor Limited - HQ —Farnborough
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Travel
Principal Engineer (Cloud) - AWS
QinetiQ —Farnborough
- £76,500 - £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Java
- AWS
- Computer networking
- Employee discount
6d
Principal Vulnerability Researcher
NPL —Teddington
- C++
- Computer networking
- Linux
Enterprise Architect (Azure | Event-Driven | Data Platforms)
Novus - Strategy & Consulting —Richmond
- £120,000 - £160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Azure
- Travel
- In-person
- Work from home
Quick apply

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Principal Technical Officer [Track] - Guildford AMM

Network Rail -
Guildford

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £40,451 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Technical support
NVQ
Communication skills

Full job description

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.

Principal Technical Officer - Track: Lead the Way in Rail Excellence!

Location: Guildford AMM
Salary: Starting from £40451 + Role Associated Allowances and Location Allowance
Hours: Full-Time
Shift Pattern: Days, Nights & Weekends (Safety-Critical Role)

About the role

We're looking for an experienced and safety-focused professional to join our team as a Principal Technical Officer (PTO) - Track . This is a key leadership role where you'll provide technical expertise, assurance, and guidance to ensure the safe and efficient maintenance and renewal of track assets across the network.

You'll act as the technical authority for track maintenance, supporting delivery teams, managing compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement. You'll also provide technical support to the Maintenance Engineering team , ensuring work is planned and executed to the highest standards.

What you'll do

Carry out work safely and in accordance with safe systems of work procedures, method statements, plans, and instructions.
Manage and check the quality of work delivered and confirm assets are compliant with standards.
Prepare and manage work specifications, method statements, and resource plans.
Manage information to update systems, databases, and records accurately.
Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times.
Undertake and supervise technical tasks, surveys, and design work.
Design, install, test, and commission equipment as required.
Provide technical support and guidance to teams and stakeholders.
Undertake technical inspections, tests, investigations, and analysis of technical data.
Prioritise work arising and agree work plans for the group.
Prepare specifications and requisitions for materials.
Manage processes and systems for calibration and certification of tools and equipment.
Contribute to your own development and support the development of others.

Your experience and skills

What you'll need

Knowledge and experience of technical support activities and techniques.
Strong understanding of track maintenance and construction management processes, systems, and standards.
Knowledge and experience of design requirements, processes, and techniques.
Ability to demonstrate, promote, and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to coach, influence, and develop others effectively.
Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post and required by business need.
Ideally hold or be working towards NVQ Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent) in an engineering or leadership subject.
A valid driving licence and willingness to drive as required by business need.

Important Information

This is a safety-critical role , which means you'll need to pass a medical assessment and be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Flexibility is essential as the role involves working days, nights, and weekends when required.

Perks That Pack a Punch:

We offer excellent benefits, including:

Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
Defined benefit pension scheme.
75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
Up to 75% off leisure travel.
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
Carer's leave to support those who matter.
Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees.
Plus, more....

We're All About Inclusion

We believe diversity drives innovation. Whoever you are, however you identify, wherever you're from - if you've got the skills and the spark, we want you on our team. No suits required. Just bring your authentic self.

About Your Application

As part of the application process, you'll be asked to complete your three-year employment history and upload your CV.

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 add a note to your application.

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

Safety and Compliance

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 on your application.

Drugs and Alcohol Standard

All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.

Key Information

Vacancy Details

Number of Positions:

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Guildford AMM, Guildford

Geographical Area:

London (Inside M25)

Closing Date:

22-JUL-2026

Job Category:

Mobile Maintenance & Response

Function:

Southern Region

Organisation:

CX ATME 1, Basingstoke, Indirect (882102) G1

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