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London Underground Track Renewal Construction Management- Level 3
Apprentice Standard: Rail Engineering Technician (Level 3)
Fun Fact
Track renewals on the London Underground often take place during extremely tight time windows, either in the overnight maintenance period, between the last and first trains (typically 1am to 5pm) or during planned possessions where sections of the network are completely closed for a longer period of time such as a weekend.
Salary
£26,961
What We Offer
- You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow:
- Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who Lives in the same household
- Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel
- Minimum 29 days annual Leave (pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays
- Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
- Retail, health, Leisure and travel offers & many more
Location
London
Duration
3 years
Entry Requirements
- You should already hold or be working towards a minimum of 2 GCSE's A*-C/ grade 4 or above (or equivalent) including Maths and English Language.
- You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher Level in a related subject or have already
studied content from the qualification for this scheme
- Please note that you will be required to provide original certificates and/or predicted grades as proof for your eligibility checks.
- You must be 18 years of age by 8 th September 2025 to be eligible for this scheme.
Please be advised that should you be successful in getting an offer for this apprenticeship scheme, your offer will be subject to a satisfactory medical which may include but is not limited to: drugs and alcohol screening, hearing test and eyesight tests including Ishihara Plates and Colour Assessment and Diagnosis tests to determine colour deficiency.
Proposed start date
8 th September 2025
Job Overview
Our Construction Management Team focus on the assets that form the foundation of our transport system planning the renewal of life expired asset. The role of a London Underground engineering apprentice is critical to ensuring the ongoing performance and safety of our tube network. The technological advancements we are seeing in our trains and operating infrastructure mean that we need to adapt the way we maintain our assets to keep them operating at peak performance. You'll be at the forefront of these developments whilst also keeping a watchful eye on our legacy assets across the network.
As a Track Renewals Construction Management Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience working across our iconic network, learning from highly skilled professionals. You’ll discover what it takes to maintain and renew one of the most vital assets in the city— our track infrastructure.
With over 402km of track carrying hundreds of trains every day, 364 days a year, London Underground depends on a reliable and well-maintained system. Through regular placements, you’ll work as part of a dedicated team under expert supervision, learning essential skills in track maintenance, fault repair, and renewals.
This is your opportunity to develop specialized knowledge, contribute to the smooth operation of the Underground, and play a key role in shaping the future of London’s transport network. Ready to take on the challenge? Join us and help ensure London keeps moving!
Sustainability
Sustainability is intrinsic to TfL’s work ethos, and we ensure that we operate in a sustainable way to protect and regenerate the natural world.
What will I be doing?
Skills
As an apprentice, your 3-year development programme will be made up of up to 4 or 5 placement rotations. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career. We also understand that everyone's career is different, so every apprentice's journey is unique. Here's an idea of what yours could look like:
Year I
This will be spent initially completing placements across the track renewals areas:
- Track Surveying
- Health and Safety Team
- Construction Management Team
- Operational Delivery
This Will Be Followed By The Following Training
- Basic Track Awareness
- Track Induction
- Face Fit Training for Mask Wearers
- SMSTS Training
Year 2
Placement I - Deep Tube Renewals
Placement 2 -Ballasted Track Renewals
Your Roles And Responsibilities Will Include To
- Ensure that the required standard of quality is achieved and maintained at all times.
- Assist with works construction planning expertise, review and challenge proposed construction methodologies developed by internal teams or by suppliers, propose innovative solutions to solve complex construction challenges.
- Assist with the process that works construction schedules and methodologies integrate with interfacing projects.
- Assist with the risk management process. and take responsibility for construction- related activities.
Where can this career take me?
Upon successful completion of this scheme, you could roll-off into a Construction Support Manager Role where you will support the planning, delivery, and management of track projects.
You'll also have opportunities to complete additional training courses. These will vary to support your continuous development.
What training and support will I get?
You will be working towards a Level 3 qualification in Rail Engineering Technician
Typically, you will be required to attend College to complete the Knowledge part of your apprenticeship, and this is typically Block Release in 2 to 4-week blocks.
Whilst on the scheme, we'll support your technical development through a wide range of on-the-job practical experiences and placements. We'll also support your professional development through a combination of classroom-led training courses, online training courses, mentoring opportunities and structured networking opportunities. You will receive one-to-one support throughout the programme from your scheme sponsor and your Line Manager. You'll also be connected to a 'buddy' who will be a more experienced apprentice from the scheme.
What do we Look for?
Everything we do as an organisation is to ensure that our evolving city remains future proof for millions of Londoners. Our talented apprentices form a vital part of that vision, so it's important that we find the best people to help us do this.
We're looking for people who are;
- Willing to Learn
- Highly Motivated
- Enthusiastic
As a member of the team, we'll give you responsibility and the opportunity to add value. If you are excited by inspiring and influencing the future of London, then this is the career path for you.
Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:
Caringabout our colleagues, our customers and our work
Opento each other, to new ideas and to working together.
Adaptableto diverse needs and willing to innovate.
Important Information
Annual Leave is pre-arranged to ensure timely completion of your apprenticeship. These are typically, two-week Easter break, two-week summer break, one week October and one week during the Christmas period, plus Public Holidays.
This apprenticeship will predominantly consist of day shifts when on placement but will also occasionally include night and weekend shifts.
This role will include manual activity including heavy lifting and pushing equipment.
What Qualifications will I gain?
Level 3 Rail Engineering (Competence)
Level 3 Rail Engineering (Technical Knowledge)
Assessment Process
You will receive support and information around each assessment stage as you progress through your application.
Please See Link On TfL Website Providing Further Guidance
https://tf l.gov.uk/corporate/careers/how - to - apply - for - apprentice - and - graduate - roles
Please pay close attention to emails and deadlines provided noting you have I week to complete assessments and we cannot re-issue these tests.
Assessment centres for apprenticeship roles will take place from February-April, please note that many roles only have I assessment day and we are unable to guarantee additional dates. We are conducting assessment centres in person and virtually (role dependent).
Inclusive Recruitment Process
We operate a transparent recruitment process that removes barriers for candidates with a disability. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments for any stages of the application process.
We're a Disability Confident employer, and we offer guaranteed interviews to candidates who apply via the scheme where the minimum criteria for skills, knowledge and experience have been met.
In High Volume campaigns including Graduate, Apprentice and Intern recruitment the minimum criteria we set is achieving a pass mark in our first stage assessments, adopting a proportionate approach as part of the Disability Confident scheme.
Contact us
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments. Contact the recruitment team by
Phone: 0203 005 1680 (Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17.30)
Email: earlycareerscampaigns@tfl.gov.uk
Organisation
HR Director
Job
LU Engineering
Position Type
Full Time
