Apprentice Driver

Why LNER?

We go beyond. For everyone. Our vision is to be the most loved, progressive and responsible way to travel for generations to come. Now we're looking for the people who can deliver this, every day.

Since we took over on the East Coast mainline, we've been changing the face of rail travel. Our new Azuma train has brought faster journey times, more space and greater reliability. Our exciting plans to embrace new ideas, experiences, backgrounds and ambitions make this the ideal time to join.

Bringing passion. Being bold. Always caring. Owning it. They're the values that make us LNER.

Are you on board?

If you're successful, it will be back to school on an intensive training programme designed to give you the foundations to become a professional Qualified Train Driver. This will take around 52 weeks to complete, so you will need to be aware that this fantastic opportunity comes with a lot of commitment.

You’ll need to be committed to studying, as the first 16 weeks will involve classroom‑based learning, including homework! Our expert team of trainers will be on hand to show you the ropes and ensure you are gaining all the knowledge required and will support and coach you through the course. You’ll be assessed along the way as you get closer on your journey to becoming a Train Driver.

When you have completed the theory‑based element and passed your assessments, you’ll then be out driving a train on our network with real customers on board. No pressure! Don’t worry though, you will be guided by an experienced Driver Trainer, who will teach you how to apply your learning into the practical element of driving, embedding non‑technical skills into your everyday working life.

We are pleased to announce that the Driver Training will become professionalised through the awarding of a Level 3 qualification. This will allow us to further enhance our driver training by building on best practice in the sector via the Drivers Academy and reinvest apprenticeship levy funding into the training. Therefore successful candidates are likely to be offered the role as an apprenticeship opportunity.

Please note that this vacancy is for a Department for Education funded apprenticeship role and requires a strong commitment to learn and succeed from the successful candidate. Our training embeds the apprenticeship standard within delivery.

• Ensuring that you work to the best of your ability during the intensive training period.
• Studying for and passing all relevant assessments which contribute to becoming a Qualified Train Driver.
• Delivering the highest standards of operational and occupational safety at all times.
• Preparing, driving and disposing of trains and traction units safely, ensuring the correct processes and procedures are rigorously followed.
• Ensuring all communication is carried out in accordance with industry and LNER standards.
• Building and maintaining productive and professional relationships with colleagues across the business.
• Locating and rectifying where possible or reporting defective equipment safe on the train and liaising with the LNER Control team to ensure the safe working of trains.
• Providing excellent customer service by ensuring a safe and punctual service for both customers and colleagues.

Does this sound like the opportunity for you? There are few must haves…

To be considered for our Apprentice Driver position you will need to be able to demonstrate the following :

• Be over 20.5 years of age at time of application.
• GCSE English and Maths (A‑C) or equivalent (essential), GCSE ICT (A‑C) (desirable). Candidates will be required to provide certificates during the recruitment process.
• Live within a 60 minute driveat the time of application. Successful candidates will be responsible for making their own way to the depot, even when public transport is not available.
• You have notbeen unsuccessful at psychometric stage within the last six months with any Train Operating Company.
• Be able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nights.
• Have experience of working in a responsible role following set rules and…