Train Driver

2 weeks ago


Rugby, United Kingdom Colas Full time

Colas Rail is the bench mark company that creates rail infrastructure solutions for sustainable and responsible mobility. With a foothold in more than 23 countries and 6,000 employees, our mission is to design and build public transport solutions. As a system integrator, Colas Rail covers the entire life cycle of rail infrastructure: design, construction and maintenance.

Joining us means becoming part of the Colas family, a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group.

**Purpose of the Role**:
To undertake the safe and efficient driving and operation of trains in the LNE/Doncaster area, as directed on weekly roster and daily train plan.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Responsible for the safe, efficient and productive operation of freight trains.
- Carry out train 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 trains.
- Undertake locomotive preparation and disposal duties, and fuel locomotives when required.
- Undertake in-service locomotive, train fault finding, and assist in repairs where competent.
- Record and report locomotive and train defects in accordance with Rulebook and Company Procedures
- Prepare locomotives for service.
- Undertake train preparation/train “in service” freight examination and loads examination duties.
- Carry out the “simplified” brake test 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.
- As you will expect the organization may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.
- Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time

Key Success Measures

Safety & Ethics - Support the implementation of the Business Conduct Guidelines, Colas Rail Limited Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) strategy, associated actions and resulting initiatives, to deliver continuous improvement in all areas.

Excellence - Ensure work is carried out with a continuous view to profitability and efficiency and look after our shareholders by guaranteeing that they see value for money and a profitable business. Quality is key to competitiveness. Take responsibility for delivering on time and on budget a high quality product or service, which Colas Rail can take pride in.

People - Demonstrate respect for colleagues, our clients and the environment in all areas of work.

**Person Specification**:
The job holder will have;
- Appropriate traction knowledge
- Freight rules & regulations
- Basic wagon knowledge
- Personal Track Safety
- It would be advantageous if the job holder had current route knowledge for LNE Region.

Behavioural Skills

Engage and Care - Engage and stay close to our client. Provide sustainable solutions that you truly care about and join us in having an impact on the Infrastructure of the UK.
Execute and Share - Share our joint passion for the important work executed every day at Colas Rail. Share in our success, our diversity, our development and execute our project plans.
Energy and Dare
- Display the energy of a leader, champion your teams. Dare to think innovatively and explore new horizons.

**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

Joining Colas Rail means working in a people-centric environment that fosters solidarity, relishes challenges, and promotes a sense of service. If you're seeking a workplace that promotes values like caring, sharing and daring, and supports your career growth with mobility opportunities, then come join us Colas Rail prioritizes the well-being of its employees, offering tailored programs and promoting equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion, all accompanied by an appealing remuneration policy.


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