Network Rail is looking to recruit 26 engineering apprentices across Scotland, with applications for its 2026 apprenticeship programme opening soon.
The SCQF Level 7 Engineering Apprenticeship will start in August 2026 and will offer places in signalling, track and overhead lines.
The programme will last three years. The first year will be delivered by Network Rail’s training provider, before apprentices move into depot-based roles for years two and three.
These placements will be based at sites across Scotland, where apprentices will help support the safe and reliable running of the rail network while gaining hands-on experience.
Ross McNab, early careers manager at Network Rail, said: “Apprentices play a vital role in the future of Scotland’s Railway, and this programme offers a fantastic foundation for anyone looking to build a long-term career in engineering.
“The combination of hands-on experience and structured learning ensures apprentices develop the skills needed to support a safe, and reliable rail network.
“We look forward to welcoming the next cohort and supporting them as they take their first steps into the industry.”
Network Rail Scotland is responsible for nearly 3,000 miles of track, more than 14,000 bridges, tunnels and other structures, and owns 366 stations.
The company helps move around 2,500 trains each day and invests about £1 billion a year operating, maintaining and renewing rail infrastructure across Scotland.
Anyone interested in applying can sign up on Network Rail’s website to be notified when applications open, here: www.earlycareers.networkrail.co.uk/scheme/scqf-level-7-engineering-apprenticeship.
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