Technical Clerk

Technical Clerk

Location

Crewe, GB

Department Name

BD IMDM Warrington Indirect (853031) G2

About Network Rail

Network Rail operates and maintains the railway infrastructure 24/7 365 days a year. Our purpose is to connect people and goods with where they need to be and our vision is for a simpler, better, greener railway.

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Our North West route covers Cheshire to Cumbria, including key cities like Liverpool and Manchester, and destinations such as Blackpool and the Lake District. Major stations include Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, and Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria

This busy region sees 1.3 million daily passengers and moves 700,000 tonnes of freight weekly, with 571 stations making up a quarter of Britain's rail network.

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.

Brief Description

We are looking for a Technical Clerk to join our Liverpool Delivery Unit team on a 6 month basis, based in Crewe.

You will provide a high‑quality, efficient, and effective general administrative, technical, and analytical service to the engineering team.

This role plays a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of the service by supporting informed decision‑making, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with the delivery of key outputs.

About the role (External)

Data Analysis and Insight - Analyse qualitative and quantitative data from a range of sources, identifying trends, issues, and key findings. Present data clearly and accurately in reports, briefings, and spreadsheets to support recommendations, planning, and decision‑making by management and the wider team.

Technical and Administrative Support - Provide comprehensive technical and administrative support, including the use of relevant systems, databases, and software. Assist with day‑to‑day operational tasks to ensure the team functions efficiently and deadlines are met.

Information Management - Locate, collate, and validate data, records, and other information as required, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and accessibility. Respond to requests for information in a timely and professional manner.

Maintenance of Records and Publications - Carry out the regular upkeep, review, and updating of publications, datasets, logs, records, and documentation. Ensure information is current, compliant with relevant standards, and stored appropriately for audit and reference purposes.

Support to Deliver Outputs - Assist in the preparation of required outputs such as reports, presentations, briefings, and submissions. Coordinate inputs from multiple sources, track progress against actions, and support the completion of work to agreed timescales and quality standards.

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

· Knowledge of relevant technical function and activities

· Good analytical skills

· Good communication and organisation skills

How to apply (External)

We are a Disability Confident Leader and want to make the most of the skills and talents disabled people bring to the workplace - skills and talents we need in our business Click here for more information

Salary and benefits:

· 💸 Salary: Band 6, starting at £25,409

· 🌞 Generous annual leave (28 days plus bank holidays *contract type dependant), with the option to buy/sell days.

· ✨ Defined benefit pension scheme.

· 🚂 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.

· 🚂 Up to 75% off leisure travel. (Discretionary)

· 🎟️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.

· 🎁 Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.

· 🌍 Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

· 🕊️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.

· ❤ Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.

· 🧸 We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments

Want to find out about what fantastic benefits we offer? Find out here

Network Rail adheres to a structured pay framework, any salary offered will be within the pay range advertised.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

Closing date: 5th May 2026. We reserve the right to close the advert early if there is a high number of applicants. This is a 6 month fixed-term opportunity and may have the potential to become permanent.

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Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision

We will endeavour to offer a diverse interview panel wherever possible.

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