Rail Engineering Operative Level 2 (Track Operative Pathway)

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Railway Apprenticeships for a Skilled Workforce

The Rail Engineering Operative Level 2 apprenticeship is designed for those who want to build a career in railway operations and railway engineering and takes approximately 13 months to reach the End Point Assessment (EPA) gateway. This programme equips apprentices with essential track maintenance and safety skills through a combination of hands-on experience and live, tutor-led online training.

Apprentices gain expertise in track installation, inspection, fault repair, and maintenance, ensuring they can support rail technicians and engineers effectively.

For employers, this is a cost-effective way to develop a reliable and safety-conscious workforce ready to maintain a robust railway network.

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Qualifications Included:

  • Level 1/2 Functional Skills – Maths and English (unless exempt) 
  • Level 2 Rail Engineering (Competence) 
  • Level 2 Rail Engineering (Technical Knowledge) 

Funding:

£12,000 per apprentice with no additional fees 

Typical Duration to EPA Gateway:

13 months 

Start Your Journey in Railway Engineering 

  • Hands-On learning: Gain practical experience in track installation, inspection, and maintenance. 
  • Hybrid training: Our railway engineering apprenticeships combine live online tutorials with work-based training. 
  • Safety-first skills: Learn to handle safety-critical tasks, track defects, and extreme weather plans. 
  • Recognised qualifications: Achieve Level 2 Rail Engineering qualifications while working. 
  • Support to succeed: Dedicated tutors, monthly progress reports, and personalised guidance throughout the programme. 

Potential Job Roles: 

  • Track operative 
  • Rail maintenance operative 
  • Rail engineering assistant 
  • Infrastructure operative 

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Build a Reliable Railway Workforce 

  • Flexible delivery: Our railway apprenticeships fit around your business needs with minimal disruption. 
  • Consistent training: Ensure all apprentices receive the same high-quality learning across multiple sites. 
  • Safety and efficiency: Apprentices are trained to maintain rail infrastructure to the highest safety standards. 
  • Cost-effective investment: Fully funded at £12,000 per apprentice, with no hidden fees. 
  • Immediate Results: Apprentices contribute to maintaining and renewing rail networks from day one. 

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