Freight Train Driver

2 weeks ago

Carlisle, United Kingdom Colas Rail UK Full time

**Job title: Freight Train Driver**

**Reporting into: Delivery Manager**

**Location: Carlisle**

**Division: Rail Services**

**Purpose of the Role**

As part of the Colas Rail Apprenticeship Scheme you will work in a technical and operational role with a distinct focus on the project delivery side of our business, working closely with our experienced engineers, mentors, trainers and managers on improving the UK rail system in divisions such as Rail Services, Rail Infrastructure or Urban & Industries.

You will have the opportunity to learn and develop your skills and to work towards membership of professional bodies in one of our many disciplines:

- P-Way,
- OLE,
- Signalling,
- Design,
- Traction & Rolling Stock/Train Driver,
- E&P
- Mechanical or Civil Engineering Surveying.

**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.

**Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability**
- To gain the relevant skills through the Apprentice Scheme and deliver against the schemes Route to Competence. You will receive immersive and hands-on experience within this discipline to support this development.
- Gain an in-depth knowledge of the Safety Culture within your discipline, your division and Colas Rail ensuring you adhere to all Safety and Ethical requirements.
- Demonstrate motivation and enthusiasm to learn & gain experience to support the projects you work on.
- Make a strong contribution to your team and support your colleagues across key projects to gain and develop your experience.
- You will work towards your End Point Assessment and professional recognition within your discipline.
- Attend and learn from the various training courses specified within the Scheme plan.
- As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.
- Any reasonable duties as required.

**Person Specification**
- GCSE in Maths, English & ICT (Grade C & above or equivalent).
- Demonstrate an interest to be part of the Rail Industry and Colas Rail
- Be comfortable with working nights and weekends
- Work within a team to deliver successful projects
- Work independently using your own initiative where required
- Demonstrate the Behaviours within our 5 E¿s Behavioural Framework

**And what do we offer?**

At Colas Rail we know how important job satisfaction is for everyone to support with life at home, your health and financial well-being, that's why in return 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

**About Us**

Joining Colas Rail UK provides the opportunity to not only establish yourself within one of the rail industry's biggest and most prestigious, multi-disciplined contractors, providing you with a springboard that can take you career to new heights.

We take pride in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for you to unlock your potential at whatever stage you are in your career. We encourage cross-collaboration and innovation and if you are interested in learning Colas Rail will enable that.

Every day we work together safely to solve real problems, with a shared goal of enhancing the Infrastructure and Logistics which is key to the UK Rail Network and wider Supply Chain. Everyone here has a voice and we encourage all to speak up, discuss their ideas and implement them.

We are always looking for passionate people to join our business and with several bases across the UK, there are plenty of opportunities to join our vibrant and diverse teams.

Colas Rail hold three core values: Caring, Sharing and Daring. We take care our of our employees, always ensuring safety is a top priority and we nurture our collective wellbeing. We share a passion for what we do, celebrate our achievements and value high standards like nowhere else. We dare to take on new challenges, we are one of the international leaders in our industry. We keep on innovating, expanding, and conquering new markets.

The performance of Colas Rail UK is dependent upon improving and developing the skills and abilities of all employees, and our Equal Opportunities Policy, above all else,

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