Train Manager

Location: Doncaster
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Role type: Permanent/Full Time
Reference: TMDON0120108

The role of train manager at GBRf is unique within the Rail industry and is seen as being critical to ensure GBRf provide our customers with a best in class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line, this encapsulates the need to always be conscious of, and operate with, the highest regard to safety.

We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who lead by example and exhibit the core values of GB Railfreight.

As a Train Manager, you will join our Doncaster team and support GBRf in our commitment to deliver a safe, reliable and best in class service to our customers. In this role you will liaise with Assistant Train Managers, Signallers and Contractors to ensure customer requirements are met and trains arrive on time.

Key criteria

• Freight Train Driving Experience
• Candidates must have a clean safety record and must hold a valid UK driving licence
• Extensive route and traction knowledge within the location and surrounding area
• Proficient with IT packages such as Word, Outlook and ability to download applications on iPads
• Flexible attitude to working hours as this is a shift base role
• Safety conscious and calm attitude in an event of an emergency situation
• Excellent concentration and observational skills
• Clear and professional communication skills to relay important safety messages
• Customer focused with excellent problem solving skills
• Train managers must be willing to work flexible on a nominal 35 hour week and must reside within 60 minutes of their place of work.

Please click the 'Apply' button to submit your application.

Closing Date: 30th January 2018