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RAF ATC to Network Rail Signalman

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I am in the process of applying to be a signalman. I was formerly an Air Traffic Controller in the Royal Air Force. Is there anyone else on the forum that has a similar background and is already a signalman or is currently applying? If so, how have you found the transition? Are there many similarities?
Thanks very much for any help anyone can give.
 
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One of my colleagues has exactly that background. He moved from RAF ATC to a small, single-manned box and then to our current location.

Similarities? Well, the purpose of signalling is to maintain safe separation between trains - we just use different tools. I imagine you'll be used to working in a highly-regulated environment, maintaining vigilance, making decisions under pressure, using safety critical comms, managing incidents, working shifts...
 
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I know of two ex Area Radar who went signaller, one with NR the other with LU. Both seemed to transition well. If you like PM me with how he can get in touch. Can’t promise though as I haven’t asked him yet.
 
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