Qualified Train Driver - Penzance

FirstGroup Internal; Penzance; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Qualified Train Driver, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional rail services across the GWR network. This position emphasizes safety and customer service, requiring individuals who can maintain high standards in their safety-critical history while working collaboratively within a team. With competitive pay and benefits, including free rail travel for you and your family, this opportunity not only promises a rewarding career but also a chance to contribute to an inclusive environment that values diversity and support for all employees.

Benefits

Free rail travel for family

Company-sponsored healthcare plan

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Exceptional focus and attention to detail required.
• Ability to follow protocols and make critical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality rail service across the GWR network.
• Provide technical and operational expertise within teams.

Skills

Safety Critical Decision Making

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

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 enjoyable experience for our passengers. They also provide technical and operational expertise within our teams, delivering the highest standards of service.

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

About You

This 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 excellent customer service, and maintain a high standard in your 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 includes an online Situational Judgement exercise, a review of the RSSB B1 Transfer of Safety Critical Information history, and a selection interview assessing key role requirements.

Before applying, please consider:

• Living within 60 minutes commuting distance of the depot is essential for safety reasons. You must 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.

This opportunity is for Qualified Drivers to join our Talent Pool for 2022/2023 and beyond. Successful applicants will be placed in the Talent Pool pending available vacancies, in line with our Recruitment Policy.

We all belong at GWR. This is our vision for creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues have equal opportunities for employment.

We value diversity in age, gender, LGBTQIA+ identities, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain zero tolerance towards prejudice and promote an environment where everyone can grow and thrive.

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

If you need 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 specific needs to facilitate a fair application process.

https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/

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