Network Rail reviews

HR do not act upon Grievance Finding of Systemic Bullying. Victims are side-lined, isolated and eventually made (by clever re-structuring) redundant. Managers close ranks. Very poor atmosphere in office - fear of 'rocking the boat'. Long hours, no lunch breaks, performance reviews doctored to be negative. Initiative and creativity definitely not wanted. Constant reorganisation, so having to apply for own job every 12-18 months. They don't see employees as assets only as liabilities. No training, no support, poor team work, no variety, no side-ways moves. Internal vacancies either 'closed shops' on unfillable.

I left Network Rail earlier this year after going through a rather traumatic experience with my manager and the senior management team. Unfortunately I wasn’t supported throughout despite being overwhelmed with work and telling them I was overloaded. No one cared, the culture at NR was very poor. This meant I worked in excess of 12 hours every day with no recognition that I was doing the equivalent of 3 people’s work. Unfortunately this led me to hate my job and ultimately I left as it was affecting my physical and mental health. Working at NR has made me realise it’s all about who you know and if your face fits. Even if you have no experience or knowledge, as long as you get on with the managers then you’ll get promoted. Poor work life balance, too much unrest with the constant train strikes and poor management throughout.