Rail Depot Driver (PTS Required)

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Bletchley Area | Must live within 1 hour of Bletchley £38,897 £49,440 + Overtime (Depending on Experience & Competence)
12-Month Fixed Term Contract | 5 Days per Week (7-Day Roster, Weekends Included)

Train Drivers looking to move into depot-based roles are encouraged to apply This is a safety-critical rail role working within a depot environment, involving train movements, shunting, and rolling stock operations.

ESSENTIAL You must have:
PTS (Personal Track Safety)
Depot driving / rail shunting experience
Safety of the line experience

Whats in it for you? Competitive salary up to £49,440 based on experience
Opportunity to work in a safety-critical, operational rail environment
Varied role acrosstrain movements, shunting, and rolling stock operations
Exposure to live rail operations and depot environments
Join a professional, safety-led team within a growing rail operator

The Opportunity This is a rail-based Depot Driver / Shunter position not HGV or road driving .
Youll be working within a busy depot environment, responsible for the safe movement, preparation, and disposal of trains within depot limits . The role involves shunting, coupling, and coordinating rolling stock , ensuring all operations are completed safely and in line with railway standards.
Depending on your competence, you may also support rolling stock inspections and technical checks .
This role sits at the heart of depot operations, responsible for the safe movement, preparation, inspection and disposal of trains, locomotives and rolling stock within depots and sidings.
Depending on your experience and competence, you will also operate as a Depot Driver and support rolling stock inspections , giving you a varied and hands-on role across operations.

Location Requirement (Essential)
You must live within 1 hour of Bletchley to be considered.
Applications outside of this radius will not be progressed.
Key Responsibilities Safely control train movements within depot limits, sidings and operational areas
Carry out shunting, coupling, preparation and disposal of rail vehicles
Operate as a Depot Driver where competent
Conduct rolling stock inspections where required
Deliver operational services in a safe, efficient and timely manner
Follow all National and Company standards, policies and procedures
Carry out dynamic and documented risk assessments
Communicate effectively with control, colleagues and operational teams
Maintain high standards of safety, professionalism and punctuality
Support wider operational delivery and business activities

Essential Requirements (Please Read):
To be considered you must have.
PTS (Personal Track Safety)
Depot driving or rail shunting experience
A strong safety of the line record
Experience working in a safety-critical rail environment
Excellent safety-critical communication skills
Ability to work independently and follow strict procedures
Full UK driving licence

The Role
Field-based, working across depot and operational rail environments
5 days per week on a 7-day roster (including weekends)
Safety-critical position requiring strict adherence to procedures and standards
Ongoing requirement to maintain competence and training

SUITABLE FOR Depot Train Drivers
Rail Shunters
Train Drivers seeking depot-based roles
Rail Operators with PTS and depot experience

Apply Now If youre an experienced Depot Driver, Shunter or Rail Operator looking for your next opportunity within a professional and safety-led environment, wed like to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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Location:
Bletchley
Salary:
£45,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Logistics;Logistics

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