Southeastern RailwayLondon & Kent
Shunter Driver
£28,946 rising to £36,183
Part-time
Advanced
Supply Chain, Transport & Logistics
Why We Need You
Benefits
Requirements
Location
Why We Need YouPosted:
As a Shunter Driver you will be responsible for ensuring vehicles are shunted/driven and prepared for service. Driving a train carries great responsibility but with that comes pride and achievement, knowing that an invaluable service has been delivered.
We’re looking for a great mix of talented people with concentration, co-ordination and a talent for customer service too – our training provides all the skills and knowledge you'll need to operate a train.
Shunter Driving is a safety critical role, so you must be aged over 21 to apply
On appointment into a Shunter Driver role you will be enrolled into the Shunter Driver Apprenticeship Programme which will lead to a nationally recognised qualification.
You will be given full vocational training (including functional skills) to ensure you have the skills, experience and knowledge required for the role.
Working hours
You will work a varied shift pattern, which includes weekends, bank holidays and nights. Please note you must live within 40 minutes driving distance to Grove Park in order to be considered.
The Ideal Candidate
Benefits
Southeastern recognises the value of every individual employee and offers benefits that reflect this.
As well as a generous salary, we offer an comprehensive benefits package which includes;
A Contributory Final Salary Pension Scheme
Free rail travel on Southeastern and GTR rail services (extends to family members for leisure/educational travel)
After a qualifying period, reduced rate travel on other train operators, including European services
24 days annual leave entitlement (which includes bank holidays) and a proportion of your annual leave is rostered.
Access to an array of discounts for retail and leisure products through our benefits scheme.
Family friendly benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity leave, parental leave and carers leave.
Full training, a nationally recognised qualification and free uniform
Requirements
We are seeking applications from people of all backgrounds who can demonstrate the following:
Excellent communication skills
Proactive approach to problem solving and decision making
Disciplined with a respect for rules & procedures
Punctual and reliable
Willing to demonstrate our values on a day to day basis
Location
Address: London & Kent -
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