As an international applicant, After the graduate scheme, will network rail be able to offer sponsorship going forward?

Thanks for your question. Please find details around our pre-employment checks.

Visa application – Network Rail offers sponsorship where the requirements of the Home Office rules are met for a Skilled Worker. Should you require a visa to work in the UK or would like further information, visit the Gov website for more information. (https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa)

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of Government Baseline Security Standards (BPSS) which include:

A right to work and identity check
Pre-employment verification for the last three years.
A basic criminal record check for any unspent convictions
National Security Vetting (if relevant to the role)
This will include a counter terrorist check in accordance with the Home Office (regulated for the transport sector).
Medical assessment

Drugs & Alcohol test (pre-appointment) for safety-critical roles and sentinel card holders

Many thanks
Phil