I applied online. I interviewed at Network Rail (York, England) in May 2026
Interview
The interview was coordinated professionally and took about 45 mins.
Most questions were safety focus and on continuous improvement.
I was asked about 9 questions in total and also given opportunity to ask my questions at the end of the interview session
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How do you lead on safety when planning your work.
Tell me a time you failed or made a mistake.
Tell me a time you did not agree with a process, what did you do to improve it.
I had an interview for the Section Planner position, which lasted about an hour. The questions were straightforward and focused primarily on my understanding of the role and general competencies. Unfortunately, I was significantly delayed due to train disruptions, which caused me to arrive late. This likely impacted my chances, as I was ultimately unsuccessful.
Overall, the interviewers were professional and approachable, but punctuality seems to be highly valued—so ensure you plan extra time for your journey!