When you think of careers in the rail industry, the first one is obviously a train driver. The stuff of children’s fantasies – chugging along in charge of Thomas or one of his mates.
Not too many start with the idea of becoming a Track Maintenance Operative but it can be a challenging, rewarding and well-paid career.
It is the perfect career for people who like working outdoors. Network Rail have over 20 000 miles of track in the UK that needs to be in perfect working order to ensure the safe journeys of millions of commuters every day. The track maintenance teams need to maintain our signals, tracks, power and telecoms equipment. Some of this is highly sophisticated equipment that requires specialist skills.
If you’re considering a career as a track maintenance operative then this video might give you a better idea of what they actually do.
There are a number of Track Maintenance Operative apprenticeships available to those interested in starting out in the rail industry.
Some of these are:
Network Rail Apprenticeship Scheme
Transport for London Apprenticeships
UK Rail Services Apprenticeships
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