Trainee Train Driver

Freightliner Group Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Freightliner, a leading rail freight operator, invites motivated individuals to join their Trainee Train Driver Scheme at London Gateway. This full-time opportunity offers comprehensive training to help you embark on a successful career in rail logistics, emphasizing safety, teamwork, and long-term development.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Must live within a 60-minute commute of London Gateway.
• Available to start training on 21 September 2025.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured and comprehensive training programme.
• Train to become a qualified Freightliner Train Driver.
• Commit to full attendance during the classroom training period.

Skills

Commitment

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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Are you ready to embark on a career that keeps the country moving? Freightliner, a leading rail freight operator, is launching an exciting Trainee Train Driver Scheme based at London Gateway – and we’re looking for motivated individuals to join us on this journey.

With the recent expansion of operations at London Gateway, we’re offering a unique opportunity for individuals living within a 60-minute radius of the depot to train as professional freight train drivers.

Trainee Train Driver – London Gateway

Location: Within 60-minute commute of London Gateway (Postcode: SS17 9DY)

Job Type: Full-time | Training Programme

Start Date: 21 September 2025

What You Can Expect:

• A structured and comprehensive training programme
• Industry-leading instruction and support
• A clear pathway to becoming a qualified Freightliner Train Driver
• A dynamic and safety-focused working environment

Who Can Apply:

To be eligible, you must:

• Be 20 years of age or older
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Live within a 60-minute commute of London Gateway (SS17 9DY)
• Be available to start training on 21 September 2025
• Be able to commit to full attendance during the classroom training period (no annual leave permitted)

This is your chance to join a company that values safety, teamwork, and long-term career development. If you’re passionate about rail, thrive under pressure, and want to be part of a growing team at the heart of UK logistics, we want to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Rail Transportation

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