Rail Operator

7 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom GB Railfreight Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

GB Railfreight currently seek Rail Operators based in West London. Working a shift based roster on a nominal 41 hours per week, a Rail Operator will receive a basic salary of £44,183 per annum when competent plus great staff benefits. A training salary of £23,567 will be on offer during the training period for those that are not already qualfied.

We are looking for a safety focused and dynamic individual to join our London based team and support GBRf in our commitment to deliver a safe, reliable and best in class service to our customers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe preparation of rail freight services as well as the operation of a variety of traction at off-network marshalling yards. The successful candidates will marshal and dispatch trains in a safe, punctual and efficient manner in accordance with GBRf and Railway rules and regulations. Liaising with GBRf Train Managers (Drivers), signallers and contractor representatives you will ensure customer requirements are met and trains are prepared efficiently and on time.

To fulfil your duties a flexible approach to work is required. Our Rail Operators are required to book on at unsociable and often sporadic times, working year round in all weather conditions.

  • Previous operational/Ground staff/shunting experience within the Freight industry would be desirable.
  • Experience in a safety critical role would be desirable.
  • Experience gained in a Customer facing environment would be advantageous.
  • Able to multi-task and make quick decisions for short notice changes to train plans.
  • Ability to work independently and on your own initiative.
  • Excellent and clear communication skills to relay important safety messages to your colleagues.
  • Safety conscious and ability to remain calm in an event of an emergency situation.
  • A clean full manual UK driving licence is essential.

Why join GB Railfreight?
Healthcare package -
Healthcare cover for a range of operations for you and a partner living at the same address as well as cover for a number of health care facilities for you and your dependents including consultations, scans, counselling, optical, dental, and therapy treatments.

Cycle to work scheme -
Salary sacrifice scheme for bicycle purchase twice a year.

Denplan scheme
- Salary sacrifice scheme for you and your partner.

Online Benefits Portal -
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