About The Role
GB Railfreight are looking for a group of highly motivated individuals to join us as Seasonal Operators on a fixed-term contract until 20th December. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain operational experience in the rail industry within a safety‑critical environment, providing exposure to a wide range of roles and departments across the business.
What will you be doing?
During the autumn leaf‑fall season every year the national network deploys strategic Rail Head Treatment Trains (RHTTs) to maintain safe railhead conditions.
As an RHTT operator you will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of these units while out and about in the region covered. This is a great opportunity for people looking to get a foot in the door within the railway and start a rewarding career.
You will be provided with full training, and will complete your PTS alongside equipment specific training (RHTT). As well as being responsible for carrying out additional tasks such as maintaining locomotive cleaning, sanding and readiness to ensure the depot is maintained.
- Safety conscious – safety is always the highest priority, operators must be steadfast individuals always complying with safety practices.
- Comfortable with shift work – operators will work varied shift patterns, including all hours of the day, seven days a week; overtime is desirable.
- Strong work ethic – a strong work ethic differentiates good operators from great ones.
- Basic mechanical/technical understanding – basic fault finding, reporting and rectification will be required; relevant training will be provided.
- Ability to sustain concentration for long periods – trains can run for long periods between stops.
- Perseverance and flexibility – the ability to adapt quickly to changing scenarios.
- Ability to pass industry standard medical – required for this operational role.
Essential Criteria
- UK full drivers’ licence (manual), clean
- Successfully complete a pre‑employment railway standard medical
- Live within 45 minutes of the depot listed
- Must be able to start August/September
Key Benefits of Working With Us
- A generous healthcare package
- An online benefits portal offering hundreds of discounts at nationwide retailers
- An electric vehicle scheme (available after your first 12 months)
- Regular social events, including days out for you and your family
- Training and development opportunities, including internal courses and external certifications through our industry‑renowned development programs.
- We prioritise your growth in line with our people‑centric culture.
Inclusion Without Exclusion
At GB Railfreight, we recognise that a more diverse range of people leads to greater innovation. We recruit and develop people best suited to the role requirements, regardless of background. Our aim is to create a diverse workforce that reflects wider society, championing diversity, inclusion and wellbeing in the workplace, in alignment with our values.
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