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Possession Management and Isolation Services
Flexible, Knowledgeable and Capable
Our expertise and understanding of track access and the management of overhead lines is proven by our exceptional safety record. This enables our clients to share in the benefits we offer both in economic and deliverable terms on any rail project.
Our experience with Network Rail PPS (Possession Planning System) enables the end to end process from planning through to possession delivery.
Our specialist Railway Possession, AC/DC Isolations and Access Support Department possesses a wealth of experience and expertise, having worked on key projects across the UK rail network.
With our multiskilled safety critical support team spread across the country we are exceptionally well placed to assign our personnel at locations where they have familiarity. This ensures that working times within possessions are maximised.
What we can deliver...
Our highly experienced safety critical personnel hold multi disciplinary competences.
They have ensured that projects are delivered in a safe and timely manner.
This includes the following roles and duties:
- Safe Work Leaders
- Person in Charge of Possession
- Lookout / Site Warden
- Controller of Site Safety
- Protection Controller
- Engineering Supervisor
- Authorised Persons
- Nominated Persons
- Earthing Assistants
- Possession Assistants
- Relay/Renewals Bonding
- Temporary Bonding
- Level Crossing Attendants
- Points Operators
Our multi-skilled teams have an array of skills; we have expertise in access management, isolations, safety critical duties, supervising engineering work sites and SSoW planning. We are able to manage both possessions and isolations as a coherent joined-up service.
In addition to this we have the largest team of PICOPs external of Network Rail and a support team of over 350 staff with an array of safety competences. We have a successful history in supporting possessions in the following areas across the United Kingdom:
- Thameslink Project
- Crossrail Project
- Great Northern
- West Country
- Wales
- East Midlands
- Thames Valley
- West Coast Mainline (South)
- North East
- Wessex
- London Kings Cross Station Project
Capability Statements
Current Vacancies
Predominently working Saturday nights at the weekend!
Overtime available for mid-week shifts!
Contract is zero-hour - great for those looking to pick up additional work at the weekend of in the week!
Locations of Work: Solihull & Bromsgrove
The deadline for applications is 27/02/2026
Railway Possession Support – Weekend Shifts
About Bridgeway
At Bridgeway, we work at the heart of the UK rail network, delivering safe, reliable access for engineering works across the country. We’re proud to be a people-led business where safety comes first, development is encouraged, and hard work is recognised.
If you’re looking for a way into the rail industry with real progression opportunities, this could be your starting point.
The Role
When engineering work needs to take place on the railway, a possession is taken to close the line and create a safe working environment.
As a Possession Support operative, you’ll play a key role in helping make that happen. Working under direction, you’ll assist in delivering safe access arrangements for engineering teams — ensuring everything is in place, compliant and communicated correctly.
This role is primarily weekend night shifts, and much of the work will involve working alone, so confidence and responsibility are essential.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Assisting in the implementation of safe possession arrangements
• Supporting the movement of engineering trains where required
• Following railway rules, legislation and company procedures
• Communicating clearly and professionally with relevant stakeholders
• Completing required documentation accurately and on time
• Following industry reporting standards
What We’re Looking For
• Strong communication skills
• Confidence working independently
• A safety-first mindset
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Drive to build a long-term career in rail
• Right to work in the UK
Essential Requirement
• Full UK Driving Licence
Training & Development
You will attend our 8-day training programme at our Head Office in Nottingham (NG2 1DP)
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Training courses run monthly, so flexibility is important before applying.
During training, you will gain the following competencies:
• Personal Track Safety (PTS)
• Possession Support (PS)
• Individual Working Alone (IWA)
• Working Near/Adjacent to DC Conductor Rails (DCCR)
Full details of training arrangements will be provided at application stage.
Why Join Bridgeway?
This is more than just a flexible weekend role, it’s also a route into the rail industry with genuine progression opportunities. Many of our colleagues have built long-term careers with us after starting in operational roles like this.
We invest in people who show commitment, reliability and a strong work ethic. If you’re ready to work nights, take responsibility, and grow within a supportive organisation, we’d love to hear from you.