Train Driver (Intermodal)

Freightliner Group Ltd; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Final-salary pension scheme

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Freightliner Group Ltd is seeking a Train Driver (Intermodal) based in Doncaster to operate trains in accordance with rules, regulations and safety policies across the intermodal network. You will be responsible for timetable adherence, safe traction movement and reporting to Control as required.

We offer competitive pay, a final-salary pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team with a strong commitment to safety, reliability and professional development.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Attend and report for duty at the time and place directed, ensuring fitness to perform duties.
• Drive trains in accordance with rules and regulations and safety policies.
• Absorb and retain knowledge of traction, routes, signals and operating notices.
• Maintain vigilance and report any irregularities to the Signalman.
• Report delays and ensure relevant people receive up-to-date information.
• Carry out emergency procedures and signs and reads notices affecting our Traincrew Route Knowledge.

Job description

## Train Driver (Intermodal)Apply: Doncaster: Full time: Posted Today: ATR-5024Freightliner is a leading UK intermodal logistics provider, offering rail, road and terminal solutions that connect ports, inland terminals and customer destinations across the UK. Through innovation, safety and sustainability, Freightliner delivers reliable, efficient and lower-carbon supply chain solutions for its customers. 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.