Operations Management Graduate Review
at Network Rail
Level 4/5 Apprenticeship
Logistics and Operations
York
Review Submitted: October 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Learning about railway operations and completing apprenticeship sections on different parts of the railway. Get out to see and do interesting things.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It’s excellent, so many opportunities, it’s well organised and everyone is so friendly and supportive. Looking forward to seeing where it takes me.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Every day there is something new to learn, so many experienced professionals to learn from and independent learning opportunities and a great support network from the coaches to help along the way
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Clear what is required but self led but support is there to help us with placements and apprenticeship learning
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
So far, support has been incredible at all stages from application onwards
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Lots of support from coaches and managers
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Training covers so many aspects of my job role which helps us improve and find out new things
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Lots of support networks and events, everyone is so friendly and there is a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion so everyone is welcome
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It’s just incredible and a great industry to work in, so many opportunities and support
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Network Rail?
Remember to be yourself and research the company and its values
