Work Location
Vehicle
What does this role involve?
Typical duties include:
- Starting, stopping, controlling the speed of the train and making sure it stays on schedule
- Following strict safety procedures and responding quickly to potential hazards
- Monitoring the train – such as speed, temperature and fuel levels
- Communicating with passengers and crew
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Customer service
- Decision-making
- Safety awareness
Qualifications
- GCSE grades A*-C
- Level 2 NVQ / Diploma or equivalent Intermediate Apprenticeship in Driver-related subject
- Relevant Driver-specific health and safety qualifications
Example Qualifications
- Level 2 Award
- Level 2 Certificate
- Level 2 Diploma
- Level 2 NVQ
- Level 2 National Certificate
- Level 2 National Diploma
Salaries
- East Anglia: £29,494
- East Midlands: £29,938
- London: £31,496
- North East: £28,199
- North West: £29,108
- Scotland: £27,615
- South East: £29,410
- South West: £28,690
- Wales: £26,254
- West Midlands: £29,025
- Yorkshire The Humber £29,014
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If you have any questions about this or any other career within the rail industry, please get in touch with us and a member of our team will be more than happy to anser any questions you might have!
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