Shunter - Shrewsbury

As part of the Transport UK Group, West Midlands Trains delivers around 1,300 train journeys a day, for more than 60 million passengers a year, across our two brands - London Northwestern & West Midlands Railways.

We are committed to delivering a safe and reliable train service, by investing in our fleet of trains, stations and employees. As part of this investment we are looking to recruit a Shunter on a full-time, permanent nights basis, based in Shrewsbury.

You will develop and implement a stabling plan to ensure all arriving units receive the required maintenance. Safely and efficiently control train movements to ensure correct formations for timely departures, in full compliance with Industry Group Standards, Depot Operating Instructions, and Depot Protection Procedures.

Ensure timely and planned arrival and departure of traction from the depot.

You will carry out key operational tasks, including shunting, CET servicing, tanking, radiator cleaning and replenishing fluids /consumables where suitably trained (e.g. Screen wash and sand). Strictly comply with all applicable instructions, rules, and regulations to ensure safety and operational integrity.

• Perform duties as Person in Charge of Sidings (PICOS), Designated Person and PIC when required.
• Follow instructions from the Leadership Team within your competence.
• Prioritise personal and team safety, report near misses, safety concerns, and incidents through the correct process.
• Ensure all traction movements are conducted safely and in compliance with local rules, regulations, and depot procedures.
• Control the arrival and departure of vehicles, including coupling, uncoupling and reformation in line with Industry Group Standards and Depot Operating Instructions.
• Assist with operational tasks such as CET servicing, tanking, radiator cleaning and replenishing consumables (e.g. Screen wash and sand).
• Develop and execute a stabling plan to ensure all units receive the required maintenance.

• Successful completion of required competencies for shunting and related operational tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at all levels.
• Proven ability to work independently and use initiative in a dynamic operational environment.

• Salary £30,559 per annum plus shift allowances + company benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension – one of the best in the UK
• 75% off all other train company travel tickets
• Retail discounts
• Career development opportunities

Applications will be considered from colleagues with 6 months experience in current role and a full check of absence and disciplinary records.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any time due to high volumes of applications (please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment).

As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure no-one receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender, race/ethnicity, religion, belief and sexual orientation.

We are proud to operate two new railway brands for and to the Midlands, the North West and London.

In the Midlands the West Midlands Railway brand is a local railway placing Birmingham at the centre of its network. We run the majority of the local services, as well as direct trains to many of the surrounding towns and cities, including Redditch, Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester, Hereford, Shrewsbury, Telford, and Northampton.

Our London Northwestern Railway brand serves the London to Liverpool route on the west coast, stopping at Birmingham, Milton Keynes and Northampton, with the West Midlands at its heart.

Both services are operated by West Midlands Trains Ltd, part of Transport UK.

Each business brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the franchise and it's our aim to give you the rail experience you deserve at the price you want to pay.