Qualified Driver - Wolverhampton New
West Coast Partnership Development
Date: 4 hours ago
City: Wolverhampton
Contract type: Full time
Qualified Train Driver: Step into the driver’s seat and be part of the future of rail travel.
At Avanti West Coast, we’re passionate about transforming the customer experience and setting new standards for operational excellence. We’re looking for experienced, safety-conscious, and customer-focused professionals to join our team at the Wolverhampton Depot as Qualified Train Drivers.
This is more than just a job, it’s a dynamic and rewarding journey. With over 500,000 customers travelling on our network each week, our Drivers play a vital role in delivering high-speed journeys that are safe, smooth and enjoyable, reaching speeds of up to 125mph.
As a Train Driver for Avanti West Coast, you will:
As part of your application, please complete and upload a Transfer of Safety form to the cover letter section of the application form.
Salary Details
At Avanti West Coast, we believe our strength comes from the unique perspectives, experiences and backgrounds of our people. We are proud to build a workplace where diversity is embraced, and everyone is supported to thrive.
We welcome individuals of all races, religions, ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations and abilities. Our goal is to reflect the communities we serve and create an environment where everyone feels valued and heard.
When you join Avanti West Coast, you become part of a close-knit team that encourages authenticity. We want you to bring your whole self to work. No need to change who you are to fit in. Your individuality is what makes us better.
We celebrate it, we respect it and we put it to great use.
Our Avanti West Coast Values **
Passionate - We foster a culture where everyone is driven by our mission and are dedicated to achieving it together.
Committed - We are committed to safety, reliability and delivering the very best for our customers, our colleagues, stakeholders and the industry.
Integrity - We believe in taking responsibility for our reactions and decisions to ensure we do the right thing even when it is difficult to do and hold others accountable for doing the same.
Ambitious - We strive to be the best and are curious to new ways of working within our business and the wider industry.
Authentic - We are genuine, caring and grounded individuals that operate and communicate with openness, trust and clarity.
At Avanti West Coast, we’re passionate about transforming the customer experience and setting new standards for operational excellence. We’re looking for experienced, safety-conscious, and customer-focused professionals to join our team at the Wolverhampton Depot as Qualified Train Drivers.
This is more than just a job, it’s a dynamic and rewarding journey. With over 500,000 customers travelling on our network each week, our Drivers play a vital role in delivering high-speed journeys that are safe, smooth and enjoyable, reaching speeds of up to 125mph.
As a Train Driver for Avanti West Coast, you will:
- Take command of our trains with confidence, delivering journeys that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and professionalism.
- Lead with safety by following all operational protocols, including alcohol and drug policies, and maintaining impeccable uniform standards.
- Be the face of Avanti, offering a warm, approachable presence both on board and on the platform, making every customer feel welcome.
- Stay cool under pressure, responding swiftly and effectively to faults or emergencies with calm leadership.
- Speak up for safety, reporting concerns quickly and accurately to keep our network running smoothly.
- Stay sharp and informed, keeping your knowledge up to date on routes, traction, and operational changes to ensure every journey is seamless.
- Minimum 2 years’ qualified mainline driving experience
- A rock-solid commitment to safety and precision.
- The ability to make cool-headed decisions under pressure
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset.
As part of your application, please complete and upload a Transfer of Safety form to the cover letter section of the application form.
Salary Details
- £59,378 per annum (experienced Driver without core routes & traction)
- Rising to £65,808 per annum (fully qualified Driver with core routes and traction)
- Incremental increases in line with Driver terms and conditions, up to a maximum of £77,566 per annum after 2 years.
- Railway pension scheme
- Free travel on Avanti West Coast for you/spouse/partner/dependents
- Privilege Travel card (75% off other train operators fares for leisure travel)
- 30 days holiday rising by 1 for every completed year of service to a maximum of 37 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
- 10 free journeys on other First Group Train Operator
At Avanti West Coast, we believe our strength comes from the unique perspectives, experiences and backgrounds of our people. We are proud to build a workplace where diversity is embraced, and everyone is supported to thrive.
We welcome individuals of all races, religions, ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations and abilities. Our goal is to reflect the communities we serve and create an environment where everyone feels valued and heard.
When you join Avanti West Coast, you become part of a close-knit team that encourages authenticity. We want you to bring your whole self to work. No need to change who you are to fit in. Your individuality is what makes us better.
We celebrate it, we respect it and we put it to great use.
Our Avanti West Coast Values **
Passionate - We foster a culture where everyone is driven by our mission and are dedicated to achieving it together.
Committed - We are committed to safety, reliability and delivering the very best for our customers, our colleagues, stakeholders and the industry.
Integrity - We believe in taking responsibility for our reactions and decisions to ensure we do the right thing even when it is difficult to do and hold others accountable for doing the same.
Ambitious - We strive to be the best and are curious to new ways of working within our business and the wider industry.
Authentic - We are genuine, caring and grounded individuals that operate and communicate with openness, trust and clarity.
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