Train Driver in UK Mobile, United Kingdom
Train Driver - IM
Location: UK Mobile
Salary: Competitive
Purpose of the Role
To undertake the safe and efficient driving and operation of Freight and Class 1 trains as directed on weekly roster and diagrams
Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability
Freight and Class 1 Trains.
- Responsible for the safe, efficient and productive operation of Freight and Class 1 Trains.
- Carry out driving duties in accordance with laid down procedures.
- Ensure safety of the line and all employees and public that may be affected by the operation of Freight and Class 1 Trains.
- Undertake locomotive & train preparation and disposal duties, and fuel locomotives when required.
- Undertake train preparation & train 'in service' freight examination and loads examination duties.
- Carry out brake tests as directed.
- Undertake route learning as directed and sign for routes after sufficient time for learning.
- Assist maintenance staff and undertake 'weekly' locomotive exams as required.
- Work various shift patterns including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Must be prepared to lodge away from home, when required.
- Ensure the highest level of professionalism when dealing with other individuals within the company, clients and members of the public.
- Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.
Person Specification
The job holder will have
- Clean 'Safety of the Line' record
- Appropriate traction knowledge
- Freight & Class 1 rules & regulations
- Extensive route knowledge
- Basic rolling stock knowledge
- Personal Track Safety
*Colas Rail in the United Kingdom values and encourages diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination.
Recruitment agencies
Colas Rail currently works with a number of approved recruitment suppliers. We are therefore unable to consider either CVs or speculative proposals from any other agencies.
Recruitment agencies not currently approved as preferred suppliers are kindly requested not to submit speculative CVs to any part of Colas Rail. Any agencies wishing to be considered as a preferred supplier are asked to submit their company details to the Recruitment Team.*
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