A Step-by-Step Guide for Rail Professionals Looking for Their Next Opportunity in the rail sector
Find out how our recruitment process can help you secure a role within the rail sector...
The rail industry is evolving fast, major infrastructure projects, modernisation programmes and global investment mean skilled rail professionals have more choice than ever. But navigating the recruitment process can feel overwhelming.
At Navartis, we make it simple.
As a leading specialist rail recruitment, we’ve built a proven process that’s efficient, transparent and focused on matching you with rail roles that genuinely suit your skills, experience and long-term ambitions.
1. A Conversation to Understand Your Skills
Your journey begins with a personalised consultation with one of our dedicated rail recruitment experts.
We learn about your:
Technical rail specific skills and certifications
Rail project experience
Preferred locations and working patterns
Career goals
This allows us to form a complete picture of who you are and what you’re looking for, as we believe in getting the right role for you within the rail sector, so you can grow and progress your career within the rail sector successfully and enjoy doing it.
2. Tailored Job Matching With Rail Industry Insight
Our special rail consultants work exclusively within specialist rail sectors, meaning you’re matched to roles within the rail sector, that truly align with your background, including:
Track, Civils & Construction
Signalling & Telecoms
Electrification & Power
Rolling Stock
Safety, Engineering & Project Management
Design and Consultancy
We partner with major rail operators, contractors and consultancies, giving you access to exclusive roles within the rail sector, not found on public job boards.
3. Compliance, Safety and Competency Checks
Rail recruitment demands a high level of safety and compliance. We make sure everything is handled professionally and efficiently, including:
Sentinel and PTS verification
Competency and certification checks
Right-to-work and identity verification
This ensures you’re fully prepared and compliant before progressing.
4. Your Application and Interview Preparation
We position you for success with:
A refined CV tailored to rail employers
Briefings on company culture, projects and expectations
Interview preparation based on what each hiring manager looks for
You go into every interview feeling confident, informed and ready to stand out.
5. Offer, Negotiation and Onboarding
Once you receive an offer, we support you through the final steps:
Salary or day-rate negotiation
Contract management
Start-date coordination
Post start date check-ins
We ensure a smooth, stress-free transition into your new role within the rail sector.
6. Ongoing Support Throughout Your Rail Career
Our relationship doesn’t end once you’re placed. Navartis continues to support you with:
Contract extensions
Opportunities for your next role or project
Advice on progressing your rail career
Market insights and industry updates
We aim to become your long-term recruitment partner to help you progress within the rail industry.
Why Rail Professionals Choose Navartis
We are a marketing leading specialist rail recruitment agency. We pride ourselves on the quality of our recruitment service and have helped thousands of rail professionals over the years secure rail roles across the globe. We also have;
Dedicated rail recruitment specialists
Market-leading rail industry knowledge
Access to roles within the rail sector before they go public
Fast, reliable and transparent communication
A people-first approach focused on your career within the rail industry
Whether you’re a contractor looking for your next rail project or you’re looking for a new permanent rail role, Navartis is here to help you secure the right opportunity with the right employer within the rail sector.
Ready to Move Forward in Your Rail Career?
If you're looking for a new opportunity within the rail industry, take the next step with a team of rail recruitment experts who understands the rail industry inside out. We are trusted and well positioned to help you secure your next move within the rail sector.
Find out more about what we recruit within the rail industry
At Navartis, we recruit across the full spectrum of the rail sector, supporting rail projects from design and engineering through to construction, delivery and maintenance.
Our specialist teams place skilled professionals in rail roles spanning track, civils, signalling, telecoms, E&P, rolling stock, safety, project management and more. Whether you're a contractor looking for your next rail assignment or a permanent professional seeking long-term progression within the rail sector, we connect you with opportunities across major rail operators, consultancies and tier-one contractors.
Explore the breadth of rail disciplines we cover and discover where your next career move could take you.