The work can be physically active including outdoor conditions. A wide range of personal contact with staff, clients and public. Jobs are quite widely available Opportunities available mainly in towns and cities on the main line rail network. The regional nature of the network restricts transfer. There are severe restrictions on alcohol.
Some duties involve working in isolation.
Mobility is essential with some employers. Travel is more frequent for Railtrack employees. Travel Travel within a working day is occasional Absence from home at night is uncommon Overseas work or travel is uncommon Gender balance Entry, once almost exclusively male, is now more evenly divided but few women are yet to be found in very senior posts. This is sometimes possible A high level of personal qualities would be sought. Prior experience via other functions is likely to be the most realistic route into management.