Train Driver

MMT / OTM Driver Required

We are seeking a Train Driver to fill a vacancy operating a Robel 69.70/4-UK as part of our Driver Operations Team.
Primarily based on our Basingstoke Depot, you will have responsibility for delivering the vehicle to work sites as required in a safe and timely manner providing first level response to any machine failures and ensuring a high level of cleanliness, reliability and performance is achieved.
As a Driver on the Main Line/NWR Main Sites, all usual driver responsibilities are in force.
* Compliance with Driver Standards Regulations
* Compliance with all Company Policies and Procedures including H&S and Quality & Environmental
* Carry out daily checks and servicing iaw laid down procedures
* Carry out internal checks and inspections as directed including Safety Inspections
* Accurate and prompt reporting of faults
* Ensure that the OTM is kept in an exceptionally clean and respectable condition
* Ensure adequate onboard welfare material and supplies are maintained onboard to ensure the highest standard of welfare is maintained
* Effectively collaborate with the NWR MMT Supervisors whilst working as an integral part of the NWR Delivery Team
* Ensure that all required paperwork is completed and logged in a timely manner
* We encourage all our staff to share any innovative solutions where you feel a process can be improved on or made easier etc
* In collaboration with the MMT Operations Management Team, work to reduce/eliminate accidental damage to the infrastructure when operating the OTM
* Report to Business Control as required including reporting of any accidents, incidents or emergencies
* Take responsibility for all H&S procedures ensuring the safety of yourself and others
* Ensure the use of PPE as supplied
* Do not undertake any work for which you have not been trained

This is a permanent opportunity and would possibly suit a qualified driver, recently retired or just someone looking to improve their work/life balance, taking some of the stress out of their day by reducing the working impact on their lives.

The role requires someone with a sense of pride in what they do, delivering Engineers and their kit to the middle of nowhere means that a high attention to detail will be rewarded through the appreciation of the passengers being ferried to working sites across the Network.

In order to be considered for this opportunity please note:
* Previous Train Driver experience essential
* Must be able to commute to Basingstoke within 1 hour
* Must be medically fit and healthy and be able to pass a PTS related Medical and Drug & Alcohol check
* The role will require the driver to work shifts, must be flexible
* Work weekends
* Be able to stay away from home during training, Leeds and/or Romford

Rewards

Salary between £58,000.00 and £63,700.00 p/a
Attractive Annual Retention Bonus
33 days p/a annual leave
Van and fuel card (tax applicable)
Laptop and phone
Food and lodging allowance when working away from home base
Pension Plan

In order to apply please send your CV in the first instance to Mark Smith at or call him on