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Trainee Driver - Bathgate

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Posted By: Change Recruitment
Address:
Contact: 0141 226 1220
Date Posted: 15th Sep 2008
Salary: £33,612 upon completion of training and probationary period
Location: Midlothian
Reference Code: Trainee Driver - Bathgate
Views Since Posting: 480
Full Description:

First ScotRail is one of the largest rail franchises in the UK, operating 342 stations and running over 2,000 train services across Scotland every day.

First ScotRail has a vision - to work together to deliver the best service for Scotland every day. We want you to be part of that vision.

We are seeking trainee train drivers who are representative of the community we serve. This is an exciting chance to embark on a new and interesting career with great prospects and benefits.

The Role and Requirements

Our train drivers need to be excellent communicators who are passionate about customer service and are able to stay calm and alert whilst working under pressure. Drivers have a leading role in ensuring the safety of customers and colleagues.

Varying circumstances, for example; weather, foliage, gradients and environment can alter how a driver will negotiate the track. It is therefore essential that a driver is familiar with the route and has a logical mind in order to anticipate changes required. On some trains it is necessary to make announcements to passengers and open and close doors by remote control. A good communicator, you will liaise with other rail staff and on occasion provide written incident reports.

Skills & Experience

You must have experience working in an equally responsible role where safety has been paramount. Enthusiasm, a positive approach and an ability to stay focused is as important as good problem solving. A flexible approach is essential as shift and weekend working is involved. Ideally you will hold a current driving licence.

Due to the nature of the post, and rail industry safety requirements, there are certain medical & fitness standards that you would require to meet. If you are in doubt, or have condition(s) that may affect this please refer to the information sheet. Please contact your doctor/optician if you have any concerns.

You will work 35 hours per week, the shift times will vary between early and late. Weekend working will also be involved.

Reference Salary and Rewards

During the 1st year of intensive training the salary is £19,103 per annum. As a newly qualified driver the salary will be £26,547, after 6 months £28,350, 9 months £30,450. On successful completion of all training and probation the salary is £33,612 per annum. Benefits include free and reduced rate rail travel, provision of a full uniform and membership of a contributory pension scheme.

Training

The first year, which will be quite intensive, will be spent on the Driver Training programme. This will include induction training, first aid, fire safety, front cab experience, driver rules and route learning. Training will continue throughout the year probationary period until you have a satisfactory final assessment and you take over the full duties of the post.

Additional information: Due to the nature of the training programme we are unable to guarantee any annual leave during the 1st year, leave would have to be mutually agreed with the training instructor to fit in with the programme timetable.

Change Recruitment Group operates as a Recruitment Agency in providing permanent or contract job-seeking services and as a Recruitment Business in providing temporary job-seeking services.