Skilled Worker Communications Signalling and Electrical

Nexus keeps the region moving — and our Engineering teams are at the heart of it. We’re looking for a Skilled Electrical Worker (CS&E) with hands on technical ability, strong safety awareness, and a proactive mindset to help maintain, test- and improve essential railway assets across the network.
If you enjoy varied technical work, thrive in a safety focused- environment, and want to be part of a team that plays a vital role in keeping the railway running safely, this could be your next move.

Typical day
Every day brings something different — but you can expect a mix of technical work, safety responsibilities and collaboration with your team.
 
Briefing & Preparation

• Join the start of shift briefing with your Production Supervisor or Site Manager
• Review the day’s planned works, priorities and task allocations
• Go over permits to- -work, risk assessments and method statements
• Discuss site hazards, changes since last shift and any safety critical- updates
• Take part in a Toolbox Talk (TBT) on key safety topics
• Gather and check tools, equipment, materials and PPE needed for the shift 

Your Core Electrical Work
You’ll use your technical expertise across:

• Maintenance — planned and reactive
• Testing & Commissioning
• Fault finding- & Repairs
• Inspection, Installation and Termination of copper and fibre cabling
• Working on signalling, ICT and electrical assets to ensure the safety of the line and environment
• You’ll also record completed work, materials used and time taken in written or electronic formats, ensuring accurate documentation for supervisors and future works.

About You

• You’ll bring technical expertise, personal accountability, and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards.
• Time served- with a BTEC (or equivalent) qualification in a relevant discipline
• Competent in electrical inspection, testing, installation and termination of copper and fibre cable
• In depth- knowledge of relevant systems and equipment within your responsibility area
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements at work
• Able to work shifts, standby and call-out when required
• Holds a current UK driving licence
• Experience working within organisational standards, procedures and controls
• Previous experience working in a railway environment
• Ability to work flexibly, independently and as part of a team
• Competence or training in Lookout, PTS, WSC, Trainmaster, Machine Controller, or OLE Switching activities.

Who we are looking for
You’ll be someone who can:

• Take initiative and work independently on site with limited supervision
• Solve problems in real time and make sound decisions under pressure
• Ensure safe working practices are embedded into everything you do
• Communicate clearly and effectively so tasks are understood. 

More information can be found in the Supporting Documents section.

Our Team
You will join the Communications, Signalling and Electrical team.
You will work with electrical and signalling teams undertaking infrastructure works, correlation testing, installation and modifications of signalling systems and electrical equipment.
 
About Us
We care for our communities, deliver with trust and accountability, and adapt with innovation. Every journey is designed to be sustainable, inclusive, and customer-focused because when we move forward together, we create a cleaner environment, a stronger economy, and a better future for all.

What we offer

• You’ll work a 36-hour week
• Basic salary of £29,440.29 plus shift and weekend allowances
• You’ll be part of a generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
• 28 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays and time off for volunteering too
• Enjoy travelling for free in Tyne and Wear with our enhanced travel benefits for you and your family
• Free or discounted travel with Grand Central, LNER, Lumo, Northern Rail and TransPennine Express
• You will have the opportunity to contribute to a health cash plan that will contribute (and dependants if you have them) towards dental costs, optical, and lots more
• Access to our reward app with over 1000 plus high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out.
• We like to grow our own colleagues (not literally of course!), so when you’re ready for the next step in your career, we can help develop you.

What to expect at interview
The selection process will include a structured interview focused on your technical knowledge, experience, safety awareness and teamwork

Closing date for application is Tuesday, 9 June 2026 at 9am

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