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Freightliner

Train Driver (Intermodal)

Crewe
Posted 1 day ago
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About Freightliner

Freightliner 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.

Purpose of Job

  • To Drive trains in accordance with Rules & Regulations, Competency Based Standards for Train Driving and Freightliner’s Defensive Driving Policy.

Principle Activities

  • 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.
  • Responsible for unsupervised safe movement of Traction.
  • Responsible for absorbing and retaining knowledge of traction, routes, rules and regulations, and operating notices.
  • Be able to act and adjust driving technique accordingly to suit prevailing conditions i.e. weather, rail conditions.
  • Be vigilant in observing all signals applicable to train movements and immediately report any irregularities to the Signalman concerned.
  • Should any delay occur, an explanation should be sought from the Signalman concerned in order that relevant people receive up to date information.
  • 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.
  • Carry out emergency procedures when required including initial HABD examinations (including use of the ‘Tempilstik’).
  • 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.
  • Wear full uniform and safety clothing as supplied.
  • Respond to service faults and failures reporting as necessary to Freightliner Control and/or Help Line.
  • Cover Standards Managers position as and when required (ref to standards Manager JD)
  • Undertake other duties as directed by the Supervisor or Manager

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Once you join our team, we are committed to fostering growth and providing 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.

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Freightliner 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.

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Skills

Train Driving
Defensive Driving
Traction Operation
Route Knowledge
Emergency Procedures
Safety Compliance
Signal Observation
Technical Reporting

Location

Crewe, England, United Kingdom

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