Do you want to become a Rail Track Worker? Here is some information to help point you in the right direction:
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Rail track workers look after the tracks that trains run on.
The work includes:
Rail track workers have a 35-hour week on a shift system. It includes early starts and late finishes, evenings and weekends. They should also be prepared to do paid overtime.
The work is done outside in all weathers, usually with a small group of other workers.
The average starting pay is around £11,000 a year. With supervisory responsibilities they could earn around £18,000.
Rail track workers need to:
At present there is a drive to improve rail safety standards, and this has led an increase in the work available for track workers.
There are no particular academic qualifications, and companies look for people with the right qualities. They may train through an Advanced Modern Apprenticeship.
Training includes personal track safety, basic first aid, and lookout and hand-signalling duties. Trainees may work towards NVQ/SVQ at Levels 2 and 3.
With experience, rail track workers can apply for a job as a track inspector, supervisor or team leader.
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