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At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you are not just part of a team - you are part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. 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 will do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Some of our great benefits:
We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered
Generous annual leave up to 28 days plus statutory days (role dependant), with the option to buy/sell days
Discounts at selected stations with your Network Rail pass
Defined benefit pension scheme
75% off leisure train tickets for you and your dependents (subject to T&Cs)
Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets
Volunteer leave to make a positive impact
Plus more....
Vacancy Details
Duration: Permanent x 2 roles available
Location: This role is based in London Puddle Dock with potential to be based from Milton Keynes, Reading, Bristol or Stratford. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered. For the Milton Keynes office, you must live within 90 minutes.
Band & Salary: Band 4C £43,588 - £53,167
What does the average day look like?
No two days are quite the same as a Lifts & Escalators Asset Engineer at Network Rail. You'll be at the heart of keeping our vertical transport systems safe, reliable, and fit for purpose -overseeing planned maintenance, reviewing asset condition data, and helping shape future improvements. Your role blends technical analysis with hands-on assurance activities, using audits and intelligent data to identify trends and prevent failures before they happen. You'll work closely with suppliers, contractors, and colleagues across teams, contributing to contract performance reviews, approving technical quotes, and feeding into operational meetings. Whether it's leading on asset strategies, responding to incidents, or providing expert insight on planned works, you will play a vital role in delivering a safer, more efficient railway for everyone. Throughout, you'll be supported to maintain your professional development and grow your expertise in a collaborative and safety-focused environment.
About the team..
Engineering Services is a function within Route Services. We sit as a central team to provide national skills and activities which enable regions and industry partners to deliver the railway for our customers.
As a large central functional team which focus on engineering delivery, we have many roles, ranging from pure engineering to project management. We design and influence every part of the railway, including structures, track, traction power, level crossings, signalling and accessibility schemes which are essential to keep our stations moving.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive engineer with a strong background in lifts and escalators to join our Asset Management team. You will have experience working within a safety-critical environment, ideally with knowledge of railway infrastructure or other highly regulated sectors. A solid understanding of relevant legislation and standards - such as LOLER, PUWER, and BS EN 81-is essential, along with the ability to assess asset condition, support maintenance planning, and contribute to long-term asset strategies. You should be confident working collaboratively with internal teams and external contractors to help ensure the reliability and safety of our vertical transport assets across the rail network.
Essential Criteria
- NVQ Level 3 as a minimum or equivalent in Lifts or Escalator
- Experience of working in the field of Lifts and Escalators engineering
- An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques
- Technical engineering experience
- Experience and understanding of the Lifts & Escalators Regulations and standards.
Please see attached job description for full details.
Desirable Criteria
- Working towards membership of a relevant professional institution
- Membership of IOSH or NEBOSH
- Knowledge of relevant Network Rail policies and standards
- Knowledge of the railway industry and an understanding of railway infrastructure
Additional Information...
Closing date: 31 st July 2026 On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.
Next Steps: Interviews will be held W/C 10 th August 2026, depending on business requirements.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our Safety Vision
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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