About the role
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Compensation: £27,550 + 35% Roster Premium + Benefits
Supporting safe and reliable rail infrastructure
At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. We’re looking for a Rail Track Assistant to join our Rail business, based on site at Cadder Yard.
This is a hands‑on operational role supporting track renewal and maintenance activities, helping to ensure the railway network is maintained safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
The role
As a Rail Track Assistant, you’ll work as part of an experienced operational team delivering track renewal and maintenance works. You’ll support daily site activities, follow safe systems of work, and contribute to keeping the rail network running reliably.
Day-to-day, you will:
Support the delivery of track renewal and maintenance work on site
Follow instructions from Supervisors and Senior Track Assistants
Use tools and small plant equipment safely and correctly
Carry out general site duties to support rail operations
Work in line with railway rules, regulations, and health & safety requirements.
This is a full‑time, permanent role, working 35 hours per week on a roster that includes days, nights, weekends, and shift working. Full details of shift patterns will be discussed at interview.
Essential experience of the Rail Track Assistant
A strong team player with good communication skills
A safety‑focused mindset and willingness to follow procedures
Ability to take instruction and work effectively in an operational environment
Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training.
Ability to drive or have willingness to learn.
Previous rail experience is desirable but not essential — training will be provided.
Qualifications for the Rail Track Assistant
We value difference and don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
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