At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive trains safely, report incidents, and maintain route knowledge.
- Company: Freightliner is committed to safety and operational excellence in rail transport.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a rewarding career with growth opportunities.
- Other info: Position based in Crewe – Basford Hall, full-time role.
- Why this job: Join an award-winning team dedicated to fostering your professional development.
- Qualifications: Must possess knowledge of traction, routes, and relevant regulations.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Crewe – Basford Hall
Job Type: Full time
Purpose of the Job
To drive trains in accordance with Rules & Regulations, Competency Based Standards for Train Driving and Freightliner's Defensive Driving Policy.
Principal Activities
- Responsible for attending and reporting for duty at the time and place directed, ensuring physical fitness to carry out duties as a Train Driver.
- Responsible for unsupervised safe movement of Traction.
- Responsible for absorbing and retaining knowledge of traction, routes, rules and regulations, and operating notices.
- Be able to act and adjust driving technique accordingly to suit prevailing conditions such as weather and rail conditions.
- Be vigilant in observing all signals applicable to train movements and immediately report any irregularities to the Signalman concerned.
- If any delay occurs, seek explanation from the Signalman to keep relevant people informed.
- Responsible for reporting to Network Rail by the most expeditious means, normally to the controlling signalman, any safety of the line incidents so action may be taken and protection may be put in place.
- Carry out emergency procedures when required, including initial HABD examinations (including use of the 'Tempilstik').
- Sign, be in possession of and read all notices and publications affecting our Traincrew Route Knowledge; maintain and update publications as required for Traction and Route Knowledge and for the safe running of trains.
- Wear full uniform and safety clothing as supplied.
- Respond to service faults and failures reporting as necessary to Freightliner Control and/or Help Line.
- Cover Standards Managers position as and when required.
- Undertake other duties as directed by the Supervisor or Manager.
Benefits
Competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team. Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.
Train Driver (Intermodal) in Crewe employer: Job Search Place Limited
Freightliner offers a competitive pension scheme and excellent benefits. Located in Crewe, the team prioritises safety and operational excellence, ensuring a supportive environment for Train Drivers.
