Rail Operator - Peterborough (Talent Pool)
GB Railfreight
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Peterborough
Contract type: Full time
GB Railfreight are currently looking to bolster our talent pool for Rail Operator positions based at Peterborough. Working a shift based roster on a nominal 39 hours per week, a Rail Operator will receive a basic salary of £38,263 per annum when fully qualfied, plus staff benefits. We are looking for a safety focused and dynamic individual to join our team and support GBRf in our commitment to deliver a safe, reliable and best in class service to our customers.
The successful candidates 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.
Why join GB Railfreight?
Benefits & Remuneration
You will receive a salary of £38,263 per annum. If you do not have the experience required, a training salary of £22,678 is on offer until you pass out as fully competent in the role.
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 - Offering hundreds of discounts with nationwide retailers
Training Platform - Providing you with an online learning facility and the opportunity to develop your career at your convenience.
The successful candidates 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.
- 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.
- You must live within a 45 minute commuting distance from the depot.
Why join GB Railfreight?
Benefits & Remuneration
You will receive a salary of £38,263 per annum. If you do not have the experience required, a training salary of £22,678 is on offer until you pass out as fully competent in the role.
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 - Offering hundreds of discounts with nationwide retailers
Training Platform - Providing you with an online learning facility and the opportunity to develop your career at your convenience.
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