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Shunter Driver
West Sussex
Full time
We are recruiting for a Shunter Driver at our Three Bridges Depot. As a Shunter Driver you will ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Depot and sidings, organizing the punctual delivery of the right units.
- You will be responsible for the safe movement of rolling stock within Three Bridges Depot
- Responsible for driving and shunting rolling stock
- Carrying out train preparation duties
- Responsible for reporting defects to trains, depot track or equipment and facilities encountered during the course of work.
You should possess or demonstrate the following:
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
- You will have strong skills in planning and co-ordinating, as you will be responsible effectively controlling what moves, when it moves and where to.
- Must be able to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Must be able to maintain absolute attention and concentration each and every second of your shift
- Ability to coach others around their performance
What we can offer you:
- Final salary pension
- Free travel on GTR and sister groups for you and your family
- 75% off travel on other train operating companies for you, and leisure for your family
- Discounted Oyster Card
- GTR offers maternity, paternity and adoption leave and time off for prenatal care, as well as shared parental leave - all part of our commitment to family friendly policies
- StarHub – our great benefits package which, for example, includes discounts with many retailers.
You will need to live 1 hour commute to Three Bridges, please do not apply if you have failed the Train Driver Assessment within the last 6 Months
Please note we are currently recruiting for 1 vacancy for this role, the remaining successful candidates will be placed in a talent pool for future vacancies
Closing date is Thursday 31st August 2023 at 23.45. No late applications will be considered