Qualified Train Driver

5 months ago

Darlington, United Kingdom Northern Trains Full time

**BUSINESS FUNCTION**: Operations North East

**GRADE**:Train Driver

**SALARY**:£44,952 rising to £54,500 after approximately 1 Year

**HOURS**: 35 per rolling week
- We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly skilled Qualified Train Driver to join Northern.
- Connecting millions of people and communities across the North is our mission. With 2,500 trains a day, we connect people to jobs, friends, family, and the wonders of the North.
- We're improving rail travel, enhancing the experience on board and at stations. Customers are at the heart of our business as we improve performance and create a better way to go.
- We're driving economic value and sustainable growth for the North and its people. Our commitment to the environment means reducing our impact and enhancing the world around us.
- Make a difference. Make it last. Make it easy. Make it happen. Make it yours. These are our values.
- Ready to make them yours? Join us on this journey.

**About the role**:

- As a Qualified Train Driver one of your main responsibilities will be to transport customers safely and efficiently across the northern network.
- Working on the frontline, you’ll collaboratively work alongside Train Conductors, Station Dispatch, and Control colleagues - together ensuring our customers enjoy a true Northern experience onboard our trains.

**Key responsibilities**:

- As a Qualified Train Driver, you'll be the driving force behind safe and efficient train operations. Your responsibilities will include:

- Train Operation: Responsible for driving trains and operating the controls, ensuring the train runs smoothly, adheres to the schedule, and maintains safe speeds.
- Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to safety protocols, including signalling systems, speed limits, and track conditions, to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, and the public.
- Emergency Response: In the event of an emergency or unexpected situation, respond quickly and appropriately, following established procedures and protocols.
- Continuous Training: Undergo regular training and assessments to stay updated on safety procedures, regulations, and any changes in operating practices.
- Train Inspections: Conduct pre
- and post-trip inspections of trains, checking for any mechanical issues or abnormalities, and reporting any concerns to maintenance staff.
- Record-keeping: Ensure accurate documentation of activities, including departure and arrival times, any incidents or delays, and other relevant information.
- Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with control centres, signal operators, and other relevant personnel to ensure smooth train operations.
- Timetable Adherence: Following scheduled timetables, ensuring trains depart and arrive on time.
- Adaptability: Adapt to changes in routes, weather conditions, or unexpected circumstances while maintaining operational efficiency.

**About You**
- Working as a Qualified Train Driver, your greatest strengths will be your concentration skills, your ability to work on your own for long periods of time, and being able to react and adapt to different situations using your knowledge of rules and regulations.
You’ll also be the face of Northern, so you’ll need to have excellent customer service skills and be able to think on your feet.
You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

- Highly disciplined and with the ability to work within rules and regulations
- Ability to remain calm even when under pressure
- Remaining alert and vigilant at all times
- Customer focused
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Punctuality and reliability

In your role as a Train Driver, you will work shifts from the early hours of the morning until late at night, weekends and Bank Holidays. You will work an average of 35 hours per week and receive your rosters in advance.

**Essential Role Requirements**:

- You must hold a valid European Train Drivers License - with no endorsements.
- You must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience driving on Network Rail Infrastructure - with proof of your TDLCR Complimentary Certificate.
- You must have 2 years continuous competence - no prolonged break in competence.

**Our Benefits**:

- Because we value our people and reward hard work, we’ve created a benefits package that we think you’ll love. So, you’ll be able to make the most of:

- Opportunities to progress and grow - including comprehensive training schemes and a range of online learning courses.
- Full Uniform for Frontline Facing Roles - our frontline people are the face of the business, so we provide you with a stylish and high-quality uniform.
- Cycle to Work Scheme - save up to 42% on the cost of a bike, while also spreading your payments throughout the year.
- Free Travel on Northern services - everyone who works at Northern, plus their partners/spouses and dependents, can travel for free right across our full network of services. _*Certain eligibility criteria will apply. _
- 75%

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