Qualified Train Driver - Bristol

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Qualified Train Driver - Bristol, Bristol

Client:

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

7a4023186255

Job Views:

6

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are recruiting for a Talent Pool of Qualified Train Drivers who want to deliver a high-quality rail service across the GWR network.

Our Qualified Train Drivers play a crucial role in setting a new standard for rail, focused on creating a relaxed, fast, efficient, and fun experience for our passengers. They also provide technical and operational expertise within our teams, delivering the highest standard of service.

We pride ourselves on Safety and Customer Service and are looking for individuals with excellent Safety Critical records, who enjoy working as part of a team.

About You

The role requires exceptional focus and attention to detail. Your ability to follow protocols and make critical decisions will be second to none. If you enjoy working with a team, have a passion for delivering great customer service, and maintain a high standard in Safety Critical history, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now for a chance to become one of our Qualified Drivers, with a starting salary of £54,111 for the first 12 months, rising to £60,124.

Additional Information:

Safety and our Passengers are at the heart of everything we do at GWR. The application process involves an online Situational Judgement exercise, a review of the RSSB B1 Transfer of Safety Critical Information history, and a selection interview to assess key role requirements.

Before applying, consider the following essentials:

• Do you live within 60 minutes commuting distance of the depot? For safety reasons, you must live within this maximum commuting time and be able to arrive for various shifts, including weekends and nights with varying start and finish times.

We offer a competitive pension scheme, free rail travel across the GWR network for you and your family, a company-sponsored healthcare plan, and more through our colleague benefit scheme.

We have opportunities for Qualified Drivers to join our Talent Pool for 2022/2023 and beyond. If successful, you will be placed in a Talent Pool pending available vacancies in line with our Recruitment Policy.

Our Commitment:

We all belong at GWR. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment, ensuring all candidates have equal opportunity for employment.

We value diversity in age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain zero tolerance towards prejudice and discrimination.

We celebrate diversity of thought, progressive working practices, and support our colleagues' growth and development.

We review all roles and descriptions to ensure accessibility and support flexible working options where possible.

If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage sharing any additional needs to facilitate a fair and equal application process.

https://www.healthassured.org/blog/neurodiversity/