Five new roles in the engineering department at Nexus are currently being advertised with a deadline of 16th November 2026, with the successful applicants getting the chance to play a key part in the operation of the Tyne and Wear Metro network.
The roles being advertised are:
- Fleet Performance and Reliability Engineer
- Fire Engineer
- Geotechnical and Off-Track Engineer
- Principal Architect
- Principal Fleet Engineer
Ben Brooks, Head of Engineering at Nexus, said: “We are delighted to be investing in our engineering team through the creation of these new roles.
“This strengthens our existing resource base in several key areas. We’re expecting a high level of interest.
“It’s a great opportunity to join Nexus and forge a career at one of the most exciting times in our history, as we invest in our infrastructure and get ready to expand the Metro network.
“Engineering doesn’t just cover the Metro. We also look after all of the Nexus infrastructure including but not limited to civils and structures, buildings, overhead line, fleet, track, signalling, bus infrastructure, and the Shields Ferry. This is to ensure that our network runs safely and reliably every day.”
“The successful applicants will play a vital role us. It’s about solving problems, improving performance, planning, and working behind the scenes to keep thousands of journeys moving each and every day.”
Full details of the roles and how to apply at https://www.nexus.org.uk/engineering-vacancies