Train Driver (Intermodal)

Overview

Freightliner is the UK\’s largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd. A vacancy has arisen within Freightliner Ltd for an experienced Train Driver to be based in Eastleigh. The successful applicant will need to be a fully qualified Train Driver with a highly professional attitude and a proactive & diligent approach to work.

Responsibilities

This role will involve shift work, including weekend and night turns of duty, which may in turn require the individual to lodge away from home.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Freight Train driving expertise preferred but general train driving experience accepted
• Route and traction knowledge for a specific area- desirable
• Flexible attitude to working hours
• Safety conscious with a clean safety of the line record
• Ability to remain calm in an emergency situation
• Excellent concentration and observation skills
• Good communication skills & the ability to clearly relay important safety messages
• Customer focused and committed to the Company brand

Selection process

As part of the selection process, candidates will be required to attend a railway standards medical and a D&A test.

What we offer

Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential. In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.