Train Driver - LNE/Doncaster (flexible contract)

Location

Rugby, Warwickshire | United Kingdom

Job description

At Colas Rail, we have over one hundred years of experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of train run on tracks built or maintained by Colas Rail. We deliver on the challenges set by a rapidly changing railway environment - constantly seeking to adapt our behaviour and culture to not only meet and exceed the expectations of our customers and stakeholders, but to also continuously develop and support our people.

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. This is a flexible, zero hours contract role.

 

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 faultfinding, 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 

 

Colas Rail in the United Kingdom hold three core values: Care, Share and Dare. We take care 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 continually innovate and expand in new markets.

We value and encourage diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability, age, religion, or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. We will create a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We are committed to the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

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