Trainee Examiner Inspector - 2026 Cohort

Trainee Examiner Inspector - 2026 Cohort

Location

, GB

Department Name

AY WD SET - South ADM (850058) G2

About Network Rail

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're 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'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Brief Description

🌟 Join Our Trainee Examiner Inspector Cohort! 🌟

Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country. We're an organisation where people truly matter — and when you join us, you matter to us and to millions of others.

About the role (External)

Join our Trainee Examiner Inspector Cohort

In the North West & Central Region, we're proud to be building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We know that inclusive teams make better decisions, drive innovation, and help us create a safer, more accessible railway for everyone.  Even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. If you're passionate about making a difference and believe you have the skills or potential to thrive in this role, we'd love to hear from you. We're committed to creating an open, supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. Your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we need to keep Britain moving safely and sustainably. Discover more about our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail Equity, diversity and inclusion - Network Rail.

About the Role –

Our network includes thousands of structures: buildings, viaducts, bridges (over, under and foot), subways, retaining walls and culverts.
As a Structures Examiner, you'll play a key role in keeping passengers and freight users safe. Your duties will include:

1. Carrying out site examinations of structures within defined timescales.
2. Compiling and submitting condition reports using the Alarm electronic system.
3. Assisting with special and monitoring examinations for sensitive structures.
4. Supporting the Examining Engineers team with specialist and tunnel examinations.
5. Undertaking on-call duties for rapid response situations such as bridge strikes.
6. Supporting safety-critical site duties and contributing to quality and environmental improvements.

You'll be based within a Works Delivery Civils team,  working under close mentorship of a dedicated senior examiner and with experienced Examiners. The Training mixes site work and classroom learning led by our internal associate trainers and will develop you into a competent STE4 qualified Examiner, equipping you with valuable skills and qualifications.

What We're Looking For

In order to be successful in this role, we would like you to have/to be:

• GCSE pass in English & Maths
• C&G/NVC Level 3 in any building construction trade (relevant experience considered individually)
• IT literate (word processing and drawing applications)
• Full driving licence
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work alone with minimal supervision

What You'll Gain

• A structured training plan leading to an STE4 qualification.
• Home start contract with homeworking allowance.<