Train Driver

Overview

We are looking to recruit a qualified Train Driver  right candidate will be someone who strives to deliver excellent customer service, can communicate effectively over a variety of formats, holds a positive attitude to safety and has a proven record of demonstrating flexibility at work.

• Operate locomotives, both light engines and freight trains with safety at the forefront of all actions, utilising risk triggered commentary as a rule.
• Comply with all rules and instructions, undergoing proficiency assessments to maintain competence.
• Complete route and traction training, maintaining competence as required.
• Locate and, where possible, rectify faults by following the correct reporting procedures.
• Represent the company to our customers, maintaining a professional outlook in both behaviour and appearance.
• Read and fully understand all notices and amendments affecting the locomotive, train or route the Train Manager is working.
• Communicate issues pro‑actively and effectively with GB Rail freight controllers, line managers, signallers and customer representatives.
• Ensure safety of one's self and all others working in and around the Railway by remaining focused, vigilant and taking the correct measures to prepare for duty.

• European Train Driving License holder.
• Clean safety record.
• Freight Train Driver Competence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of rail industry rules and regulations.
• A full, manual UK drivers licence.
• Must live within 45 minutes commute of the depot.

• Comfortable using iPad and digital technologies.
• Mentor experience.
• Freight Train experience, especially class 66 locomotive competence.
• Varied route knowledge.
• Rail Operator competence.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of seniority.
• Passion for health, safety, and standards.
• Ability to remain calm in a pressured environment, systematically appraising the situation and taking appropriate action.
• Flexible approach to work, willingness to go above and beyond for the fulfillment of duties.
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team.
• No preference for avoiding a monotonous environment.

• Professionalism – Safety and security is paramount in our business, and we feel that this embodies the foundation of a high achieving safety culture.
• Support – We look after our people and they in turn are encouraged to look after each other.
• Communication – The transparency of our business is valued by our colleagues and customers.
• Trust and Empowerment – We believe that openness and honesty make for the best relationship because it leads to trust and confidence.
• Enjoyment – Taking pleasure in coming to work at GBRf is actively encouraged right from the top.

At GB Rail freight we recognise that having a more diverse range of people leads to greater innovation. We want to create a diverse workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds with the aim to have a workforce representative of wider society. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace in line with our values.