Senior Supervisor - York

About the role

Amazing infrastructure isn’t the only thing that gets built here. Incredible careers do too. Join our Rail UK team as a Senior Supervisor and you can build something to be proud of.

What you'll be doing

As a Senior Supervisor you will have the following accountabilities:

Responsible for the detailed planning and execution of Track Renewals Works as allocated by the Renewals Manager;
Responsible for planning and directing the activities of Site Supervisors and track staff;
Hold Whiteboard / Stage Gate meetings in accordance with CRSA Track Renewals Procedure producing the required outputs to support effective and robust delivery of the works to completion;
Ensure compliance with all relevant Safety Legislation and Welfare Regulations;
Responsible for ensuring all works undertaken comply with contract specifications and Network Rail Group and Line Standards;
Assist with the provision of technical support to the Senior Engineer, Senior Supervisor and Renewals Manager;
Deliver Duty Management and ‘On Call’ as required;
Co-ordinate/Chair/Attend and record site meetings;
Undertake safety inspection as stipulated by CRSA procedures and Contract requirements;
Assist in the production of WPP’s and Task Briefs. 

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

The following qualities/experience are essential: -

Demonstrable experience in Permanent Way maintenance/track renewals at least performing at Site Supervisors level. In depth knowledge of Track Renewals discipline;
Strong knowledge of financial controls;
Excellent knowledge of Rules & Regulations, H.A.S.A.W and other appropriate regulations;
Excellent knowledge of both group and line standards;
ONC in an Engineering discipline or working towards;
Good IT skills;
Good communication and man management skills;
Able to drive;
PTS and COSS.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.

- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty works at the heart of the UK’s rail networks – designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.

From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at