Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Rail Engineering Track Maintenance EAL

The qualification will give individuals the skills and knowledge required to start a career in railway engineering track maintenance. It is suitable for individuals who are new to the railway or currently working in the railway track maintenance environment and want to attain a relevant Level 2 qualification.

This qualification is a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ). It involves the skills and knowledge needed for working in railway engineering track maintenance. NVQs are based on national occupational standards, which the learner must meet to be competent in a particular task. The achievement of NVQs will encourage an employee to value their contribution to the workplace, and it will develop their skills and potential within the railway engineering track maintenance field.

Why choose EAL for railway engineering?

EAL is the specialist, employer recognised awarding organisation for the engineering, manufacturing, building services and related sectors.

The qualification is achieved by completing a set of mandatory and optional units including the following:

• Introduction to the Railway Industry, Understanding British Values, Fire Safety Principles
• Prepare to undertake duties in the rail industry
• Contribute to the security of the work environment in the rail industry
• Carry out a routine inspection of the Permanent Way infrastructure
• Prepare small plant, measuring equipment and tools for Permanent Way renewal or maintenance

Introduction to the Railway Industry:

• Monday to Friday 10 days, 10:30 – 16:30

Level 2 Diploma in Railway Engineering Track Maintenance:

• Monday to Tuesday, 2 days per week, 10:30 – 16:30

Assessment/exam arrangements

Portfolio of Evidence and online learning
Practical assessment in a railway environment

Resources or equipment required for your course

Notebook, ruler, pen, pencil and access to a PC for home study or online learning*.

Please Note: PPE will be required for offsite training: Orange Hi-vis Vest, Trousers, Helmet, and Steel Toe Cap Boots.

*If you do not have access to a PC or laptop, access to PC or laptop is available at the centre.

Certification and accreditation details

• EAL Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Railway Engineering Track Maintenance
• Level 2 Award in Fire Safety Principles
• Level 1 Award in Understanding British Values

Progression options

• Entry to the Railway Industry Gateway to Work Programme (LSDN) which includes: Medical, Drugs and Alcohol Test, Personal Track Safety (PTS), Industry Common Induction (ICI) with guaranteed interview (terms and conditions apply).
• Level 3 Diploma in Railway Engineering Track Maintenance.
• EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Rail Engineering Signalling Maintainer and Fault Finder
• Advanced Rail Engineering (Infrastructure)

Who is this qualification for? This qualification is for:

 individuals who need recognition of their competence in railway engineering track maintenance activities and also need a nationally recognised qualification at Level 3

 learners who are undertaking a SEMTA apprenticeship and wish to progress onto an advanced apprenticeship

 those who are working in a railway engineering track maintenance environment and would like to work towards a relevant Level 2 qualification

 those who are new to railway engineering track maintenance but are looking for a career change and wish to develop new skills within the industry.

Career opportunities

Track Maintenance Supervisor, Signalling Technician, Protection Master, Traction and Rolling Stock Technician, Skilled and Leading Track Operative.