Train Driver (Intermodal)

Freightliner Group Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Final-salary pension scheme

Job summary

Freightliner Group Ltd is seeking a Train Driver (Intermodal) in Birmingham. You will drive trains in accordance with rules, regulations and our Defensive Driving Policy, while maintaining route knowledge and safety standards.

You will attend shifts, report issues promptly, and perform emergency procedures as required. A strong focus on compliance, customer service, and teamwork will support a rewarding railway career with Freightliner.

Qualifications

• Must drive trains in accordance with Rules & Regulations and Competency Based Standards.

Responsibilities

• Attend and report for duty at the time and place directed.
• Unsupervised safe movement of traction.
• Absorb and retain knowledge of traction, routes, rules and notices.
• Adjust driving technique for weather and rail conditions.
• Observe signals and report irregularities to the Signalman.
• Report delays to ensure relevant people receive up-to-date information.
• Report safety incidents to Network Rail via the signalman.
• Carry out emergency procedures including HABD examinations.
• Sign, read notices affecting Traincrew Route Knowledge and update publications.
• Wear full uniform and safety clothing as supplied.
• Respond to service faults with Freightliner Control/Help Line.
• Cover Standards Manager position when required.
• Undertake other duties as directed by supervisor or manager.

Skills

Train driving

Defensive driving

Regulatory compliance

Job description

## Train Driver (Intermodal)Applylocations: Birmingham - Landor Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: July 3, 2026 (12 days left to apply)job requisition id: ATR-4894Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.**1 PURPOSE OF JOB** 1.1 To Drive trains in accordance with Rules & Regulations, Competency Based Standards for Train Driving and Freightliner’s Defensive Driving Policy. **2** **PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES** 2.1 Responsible for attending and reporting for duty at the time and place directed, ensuring you are physically fit to carry out the duties of a Train Driver.2.2 Responsible for unsupervised safe movement of Traction.2.3 Responsible for absorbing and retaining knowledge of traction, routes, rules and regulations, and operating notices.2.4 Be able to act and adjust driving technique accordingly to suit prevailing conditions i.e. weather, rail conditions.2.5 Be vigilant in observing all signals applicable to train movements and immediately report any irregularities to the Signalman concerned.2.6 Should any delay occur, an explanation should be sought from the Signalman concerned in order that relevant people receive up to date information.2.7 Responsible for reporting to Network Rail by the most expeditious means which is normally to the controlling signalman any safety of the line incident that action may be taken and protection may be put in place.2.8 Carry out emergency procedures when required including initial HABD examinations (including use of the ‘Tempilstik’).2.9 Sign, be in possession of and read all notices and publications affecting our Traincrew Route Knowledge. Maintain and update publications as required for Traction and Route Knowledge and for the safe running of trains.2.10 Wear full uniform and safety clothing as supplied.2.11 Respond to service faults and failures reporting as necessary to Freightliner Control and/or Help Line.2.12 Cover Standards Managers position as and when required (ref to standards Manager JD)2.13 Undertake other duties as directed by the Supervisor or ManagerOur commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.### About UsFreightliner is an established rail freight provider with businesses in the UK and Continental Europe.Offering customers a wide range of rail freight solutions to cater for the requirements of a diverse market sector, we provide a safe, reliable and cost effective rail freight partnership.At the core of all we do are our employees. Their hard work is fundamental to our success and we are equally committed to their growth and safety.Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a fantastic final-salary pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.