Trainee Train Driver

Overview

Great Western Railway (GWR) is transforming the way people think about train travel, empowering Great Western Railway (GWR)'s team of over 6,000 people from all different backgrounds to make it a great experience for Great Western Railway (GWR)'s customers.  Together, Great Western Railway (GWR) will revalue rail as a very special way to travel – relaxing, fast, efficient, friendly and fun.

About the team:

This role reports to the Driver Management Team at Penzance OR Plymouth.

About the role

Great Western Railway (GWR)'s Trainee driver role is for those passionate about customer service.

Train Drivers play a crucial role in setting a new standard for rail in the 21st Century which is focused on creating a relaxed, fast, efficient, and fun experience for Great Western Railway (GWR)'s passengers. In addition to driving Great Western Railway (GWR)'s customers to their destinations, giving amazing customer service, following the correct procedures, and working with colleagues to ensure Great Western Railway (GWR)'s services runs efficiently.

Great Western Railway (GWR)'s Training programme requires hard work, a commitment to an intensive period of training and exceptional attention to detail but offers a rewarding career with the opportunity to be part of the changing future of travel. There will be assessments throughout your training period, both practical and academic, which will give you all the tools and support you need to progress through to a Qualified Driver.

About You

Do you have fantastic time management skills with the ability to work alone and focus on concentrating in a safety conscious environment?

Are you able to follow instructions when the need for safety is paramount, always?

Do have excellent communication skills and enjoy working within an environment with strict procedures and protocols

Do you enjoy assisting colleagues and customers in the interests of safety and customer service?

If so, this role could be an excellent career opportunity for you!

As a minimum you'll need to have:

• You must be 21 years of age or older to be accepted on to the training course, as this is an industry requirement.
• You'll need to live within 60 minutes travel time to the depot, without using public transport when it is not available. The safety responsibilities make this requirement a necessity. This is therefore not negotiable
• The ability to work shifts of varying start times, including weekends and nights shifts.
• You'll need to pass a full driver medical which includes passing hearing, sight, and colour vision tests (using the Ishihara plates). Please see FAQs for further details.