Operations Management Graduate Review
at Network Rail
Graduate Scheme
Logistics and Operations
Cardiff / Caerdydd
Review Submitted: July 2026
Overall Rating
3.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of the Role
3.8/5
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Experience & Company Culture
3/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Network Rail?
Overall, it has been a good experience
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Seasons - working within team to ensure smooth operations during autumn period
Cat A events - working within team to ensure smooth operations of Category A Event Days in Cardiff
Stations - working within team to ensure smooth operations of Cardiff Central station
Performance - working within team on multiple workstreams to improve operational performance
IST - leaning to become a signaller
Cat A events - working within team to ensure smooth operations of Category A Event Days in Cardiff
Stations - working within team to ensure smooth operations of Cardiff Central station
Performance - working within team on multiple workstreams to improve operational performance
IST - leaning to become a signaller
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
3/5
Usually good - lacking during IST training
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate Network Rail initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate Network Rail CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Overall it has been a good experience with a lot of future potential job opportunities
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Network Rail?
Be aware about IST and the requirement to complete 13 weeks away from home
