Multiskilled Driver

At Colas Rail, we have over one hundred years of experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of train run on tracks built or maintained by Colas Rail. We deliver on the challenges set by a rapidly changing railway environment - constantly seeking to adapt our behaviour and culture to not only meet and exceed the expectations of our customers and stakeholders, but to also continuously develop and support our people.

Purpose of the Role

This is a UK Mobile role, reporting to the Rugby depot.

To safely drive and conduct any Plant tractions within your allocated region / route knowledge on any of Colas Rail’s operational or transit services. Starting with OTMs you would then learn other tractions potentially including Rail Grinders, Rail Millers and Freight.

Person Specifications

Proven extended experience in driving trains
Significant Route Knowledge
European Driving Licence
Road Driving Licence
PTS
Fire Training
Emergency First Aid
Driver Mentor
To be able to drive all types On-Track Machines within your allocated region
Trainer / Assessor Qualification - not essential training can be provided
Work to applicable Safety Plans and Method Statements.
Comply with Section 7 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Close Calls and safety conversations submitted as per procedure Key Responsibilities

Driving and route conducting the machines safely and effectively
To work safely and effectively to Colas Rail Services Operations procedures.
Assist in maintaining quality systems, and stabling database by continually monitoring, reviewing, and making recommendations for updating as required
Required undertake route learning / refreshing as and when required. Must maintain and work towards expanding route knowledge base.
Will be required to drive all other OTM’s.
Required to keep all routes current via the Colas Rail route app What We Offer

Competitive Salary
26 days Annual Leave
Industry leading Life Assurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
Pension Scheme
Eye Care Vouchers
Long Service Award
Season Ticket Loan
Occupational Health Service