Rail Operator - West Midlands; Talent Pool

About The Role

At GB Rail freight, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s most successful, people-focused rail freight operators — and we’re looking for motivated, safety-conscious Rail Operators (Shunters) to join our exceptional team.

• Safely marshal, couple and uncouple wagons and locomotives within depots and yards.
• Carry out essential ground operations and safety checks.
• Work closely with Drivers and Yard Managers to keep freight services running efficiently and on time.

For those new to the role, the first 5 weeks of employment will be spent undertaking best in class training at our state of the art training school in Peterborough. On successful completion of this you will be released to your home depot where you will undertake practical mentored hours.

During this time, you will be on a training salary of £24,533, however once qualified, a Rail Operator will receive a Basic Salary of £39,873 per annum.

• A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Great teamwork, communication, and attention to detail
• Previous rail experience is an advantage — but full training will be provided
• Full UK Manual drivers’ licence
• Live within 45 minutes of the location on the job advert.

• Competitive salary and annual leave package (aligned to annualised hours), and enrolment into our Industry-Wide Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.
• Generous healthcare package.
• Online benefits portal offering discounts at nationwide retailers.
• Electric vehicle scheme (available after your first 12 months).
• Regular social events, including days out for you and your family.
• Training and development opportunities, including internal courses and external certifications through our industry-renowned development programs.

At GB Rail freight, we recognise that a more diverse range of people leads to greater innovation. We recruit and develop people best suited to the role requirements, regardless of background. Our aim is to create a diverse workforce that reflects wider society. We champion diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing in the workplace, in alignment with our values. If you're as passionate about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) as we are, we invite new employees to join our People and Culture working group and contribute to the ongoing work in this area.