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  In preparation for the 2022 autumn season, we are looking for a group of highly motivated individuals to join us on a 4-month fixed term contract as RHTT Operators. The locations we are hiring in will include Kings Norton, Broxbourne, and Tonbridge   This position is great for people wanting to gain operational experience in the rail industry in a safety critical environment, providing exposure to many different roles and people within the business.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you currently a fully competent mainline train driver looking for an opportunity to grow and learn with a company that supports and encourages progession?   If so, look no further! GB Railfreight are looking to further grow our Crewe depot to help carry out our best-in-class services in the area. Having recently hired almost a dozen drivers for the depot we are still on the lookout for more professional drives who would be proud to join the blue team and lead the freight rail revolution and partake in the exciting work we have, whether current or in the pipeline.  As a Crewe based driver you would mainly drive class 66 diesel locomotives across various routes in England. The work is predominately aggregates work between the Peak Forest and Midlands so you would get to see some pretty great sights on route! In addition you would also get involved with some intermodal and Network Rail work, so no week would be the same!   You would be empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line, to always be conscious of, and operate with, the highest regard to safety and to challenge unsafe behaviours at all times.   As a train driver with GB Railfreight you are also the face of the business and are encouraged to build good relationships with customers at our customer sites and terminals, and provide good customer service regardless of the situation. A sense of humour helps, along with a certain level of patience! 

Success wears blue. Is it time to change that shirt and join the blue team?   GB Railfreight is ambitious and driven. Currently growing at a rate which makes even the casual observer’s head spin and winning new work of an increased variety – from freight to MPV work and our ever growing rail services work.   This is where you come in. We want you to work with us during these exciting times and be a part of the GB Railfreight success story in the East Midlands/Toton area.   We offer you an environment that never stands still and pursues growth with its never-ending possibilities, whether for training, new traction and route knowledge, progression or just the chance to earn a good living doing something you enjoy.  When the country locked down due to covid, it was the freight industry that was given Key Worker Status. Where passenger services reduced, freight flows were given priority, allowing for our drivers (Train Managers) to shine and keep the country moving behind the scenes.   Specifically, as a Toton (East Midlands) based train driver with GB Railfreight you will have the chance to drive class 66 diesel locomotives and take charge of our freight services in the area, which include aggregates, network rail possession and bulk ballast work. You would also be able to build your route card to cover various parts of the country, from London to Doncaster and everywhere in-between. No week will be the same and you will be able to work a variety of shifts over an average 34.5-hour, 4 day week. Freight never sleeps and a lot of the work is done on nights so you will get to enjoy countless of peaceful sunrises in the driving cab. Bonus? You’ll get to avoid the dreaded rush hour!   So, if you are a passenger driver who always wanted to try freight, here’s your opportunity. If you are a freight driver already, well, why not join the winning team and lead in the railfreight revolution. Help us take lorries off the road, champion greener innovative solutions and keep our shops stocked up

Do you currently work as a train driver?   Do you live within a 60 minute commute of Doncaster?   Do you hold a valid Train Driver Licence?    If the answer to these questions is yes then we may have just the role for you!   As we move full speed ahead we are looking for high calibre professionals, such as yourself, to join the Company as we embark on a journey of growth in a rapidly changing world.   There is no question that the pandemic has changed all our lives and whilst the UK was in lockdown, freight continued to run and became more critical than ever ensuring supplies were delivered to key services.  The reduction in passenger services and the increase demand for freight during this time has created more opportunities within the industry. As a business we continue to grow year on year and with a wide portfolio of work we can guarantee your time with us will never be boring.

Train Drivers within GB Railfreight are known as Train Manager, and are critical to our business to ensure we provide our customers with the best-in-class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line, this encapsulates the need to always be conscious of, and operate with, the highest regard to safety.  We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who leads by example and exhibits the core values of GBRf. 

Have you always dreamed of becoming a train driver?  Does the thought of an office job bore you to tears? Prefer the unpredictability of a shift based, hands on role?    If so, we may have an opportunity for you.   GB Railfreight are looking for Trainee Train Drivers to be based out of our West Midlands (Birmingham) depot to join our growing team and deliver core business services.    As a Trainee Train Driver we would provide you with full training, consisting of: - 12 weeks classroom training (covering all the relevant rules, regulations, signalling, locomotive information) - At least 225 hours of 'handling' hours which means driving under the supervision of a mentor (including some simulator driving) The classroom training will take place at our brand new Training school in Peterborough, and you would be expected to not take any annual leave for the duration of the classroom training to ensure you don't miss out on any vital elements of the training.   The classroom training can be intense and a lot to take in so it is essential you are comfortable with learning in a classroom setting.    The role of a train driver on freight, whilst a very popular career choice, comes with its challenges, from an unpredictable shift pattern, where you can be rostered to work any times and have limited visibility what you are going to be doing week by week, to working in all weathers outside, regardless of rain, snow or record breaking wind.   As a train driver you will often be doing long, 12 hour shifts, most of it on your own, so you need to be comfortable in your own company.   

Do you currently work as a train driver (freight or passenger)?   Do you live within a 60 minute commute of Liverpool?   Do you hold a valid Train Driver Licence?    If the answer to these questions is yes then we may have just the role for you!   As we move full speed ahead we are looking for high calibre professionals, such as yourself, to join the Company as we embark on a journey of growth in a rapidly changing world.   There is no question that the pandemic has changed all our lives and whilst the UK was in lockdown, freight continued to run and became more critical than ever ensuring supplies were delivered to key services.  The reduction in passenger services and the increase demand for freight during this time has created more opportunities within the industry. As a business we continue to grow year on year and with a wide portfolio of work we can guarantee your time with us will never be boring.

Have you always dreamed of becoming a train driver?  Does the thought of an office job bore you to tears? Prefer the unpredictability of a shift based, hands on role?    If so, we may have an opportunity for you.   GB Railfreight are looking for Trainee Train Drivers based in our Peak Forest (Peak District) depot to join our growing team and deliver core business services.    As a Trainee Train Driver we would provide you with full training, consisting of: - 12 weeks classroom training (covering all the relevant rules, regulations, signalling, locomotive information) - At least 225 hours of 'handling' hours which means driving under the supervision of a mentor (including some simulator driving) The classroom training will take place at our brand new Training school in Peterborough, and you would be expected to not take any annual leave for the duration of the classroom training to ensure you don't miss out on any vital elements of the training.   The classroom training can be intense and a lot to take in so it is essential you are comfortable with learning in a classroom setting.    The role of a train driver on freight, whilst a very popular career choice, comes with its challenges, from an unpredictable shift pattern, where you can be rostered to work any times and have limited visibility what you are going to be doing week by week, to working in all weathers outside, regardless of rain, snow or hailstorms!    As a train driver you will often be doing long, 12 hour shifts, most of it on your own, so you need to be comfortable in your own company.   

GB Railfreight is gaining traction!   Both literally and figuratively.   As a business we are growing at a quick pace, winning new work of an increased variety.   To support us in this exciting time we are looking for high calibre professionals, such as yourself, to come and become a part of the GB Railfreight success story in the West Midlands.    In many ways the COVID pandemic has affected us all, shops shut, schools closed, and everyone was told to stay at home. Rail Freight did not stop. Running freight on the railway played a huge part in ensuring the country stayed moving behind the scenes, with the industry being given Key Worker Status. Whilst there was a downturn in passenger trains this allowed more freight flows onto the railway, creating new opportunities nationwide, and should you decide to join us you will never be bored with what is on offer.   In return, as a company we can offer you stability and progression, having grown our workforce by 21% between 2017 and 2020 and supporting progression from within whenever possible. As a train driver with GB Railfreight you will have the chance to drive diesel locomotives (66s mainly) based from the West Midlands (Birmingham) and take charge of our freight services in the area, which includes SCO work and intermodal traffic. Staff in the West Midlands are and will also be heavily involved in the HS2 project. If you are happy to work a variety of shifts, including nights, and are safety conscious, we are keen to hear from you!   The role of train manager is critical to ensure GBRf provide our customers with a best in class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line. As a Train Manager, you will join our team and support GBRf in our commitment to deliver a safe, reliable and best in class freight/passenger service to our customers. In this role you will liaise with Assistant Train Managers, Signallers and Contractors to ensure customer requirements are met and trains arrive on time.  

Do you love train driving and can’t get enough of it? Are you wishing for a role where no day is the same? Where hard work is appreciated and rewarded?   If the answers are ‘yes, yes, yes’, then we may have the opportunity just for you!   We have several Mobile Train Manager/Driver (MTM) vacancies available for qualified freight drivers nationwide.   This is a mobile role, which means that you will be given a van or hire car and will be asked to work from any GB Railfreight location as per the business requirements to help us deliver our services across the United Kingdom. This may mean lodging away from home for weeks at a time and travelling the country.     In return for your flexibility and hard work, you will receive full location specific training, including routes and traction training, as well as the opportunity to become a mentor, instructor, and assessor. You will also receive the following financial rewards: - A basic salary of £74,205 per annum for a 41 hour/5 day week. - An additional £15,000 per annum payment to cover: - Lodge allowance - Mentoring/instructing/assessing - Travel to and from locations The £15,000 per annum payment will be made in quarterly instalments (4 times a year) at a rate of £3,750 per instalment.   This package equates to an earning potential of £89,205 per annum.   If interested, please apply or contact me on andrea.kudlacova@gbrailfreight.com should you have any questions.

Are you an experienced train driver seeking a new opportunity to work for an organisation that rewards their staff? Yes? Then look no further!   We are currently seeking experienced train drivers (train managers) to support with our rail services work based out of Derby on a part time basis. The bulk of the work consists of testing and commissioning of new rolling stock. You would work 2 days a week (17.5 hours) based on customer requirements across a varied shift pattern.    As a train manager with GB Railfreight you would be critical in delivering a best in class service to our customers at all times. In line with our company core values, you would be empowered to take charge of the delivery of the key activities and trusted to undertake your job to the highest safety standards.   You would work with a number of people in the business, including Rail Operators, Signallers and Contractors to ensure customer requirements are met and trains arrive on time. The Rail Services division is directly overseen by a National Operations Manager who would be on hand to offer advice and support when needed as well as work with you on your training requirements and professional progression plans.  So if you are highly motivated, ambitious and want to be a part of a growing company with opportunities aplenty, this may be what you have been looking for!

Are you an experienced train driver seeking a new opportunity to work for an organisation that rewards their staff? Yes? Then look no further!   We are currently seeking experienced train drivers to drive either electric or desiel locomotives based at Willesden (or Ferme Park) where we run passenger and freight services. If you are happy to work predominantly night shifts, and are safety conscious, we are keen to hear from you!   The role of train manager is critical to ensure GBRf provide our customers with a best in class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line. As a Train Manager, you will join our team and support GBRf in our commitment to deliver a safe, reliable and best in class freight/passenger service to our customers. In this role you will liaise with Assistant Train Managers, Signallers and Contractors to ensure customer requirements are met and trains arrive on time. We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who lead by example and exhibit the core values of GB Railfreight.

Train Drivers within GB Railfreight are known as Train Manager, and are critical to our business to ensure we provide our customers with the best-in-class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line, this encapsulates the need to always be conscious of, and operate with, the highest regard to safety.  We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who leads by example and exhibits the core values of GBRf. 

Are you an experienced train driver seeking a new opportunity to work for an organisation that rewards their staff? Then please read further!   We are currently seeking experienced train drivers to assist us with the ever growing workload in the South Wales area, including a combination of freight work and testing and commissioning of new rolling stock for passenger use! The role is therefore a perfect combination of unit and locomotive work (mainly class 66), providing for some interesting experience and variety!   The testing of trains will be done locally and take you to the likes of Gloucester and over the valley lines. Our freight work on the other hand would take you to a number of other places, from southwest England to London and anywhere in-between. If you are happy to work varied shifts, including night working, and pride yourself on your safety focus, we are keen to hear from you!   As a Train Manager, you will join our team and support GBRf in our commitment to deliver a safe, reliable and best in class  service to our customers, regardless of whether you are testing passenger units for fault or ensuring the delivery of aggregates. We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who lead by example and exhibit the core values of GB Railfreight.

Get your career back on track! Pun definitely intended. Have you spent time during the pandemic revaluating your life and debating what to do next about your train driving career?   Whether you come from a passenger operator and are bored of passing the same commuters stood at the same spot on the platform, day in, day out; or a freight train driver who wants a change of scenery, and possibly, a more competitive salary, we have just the role for you.   As we move full speed ahead we are looking for high calibre professionals, such as yourself, to join the Company as we embark on a journey of growth in a rapidly changing world.

Are you an experienced train driver seeking a new opportunity to work for an organisation that rewards their staff? Then please read further!   We are currently seeking experienced train drivers to drive either electric or desiel locomotives based at our Bristol depot. We run a variety of services and tractions from Bristol, going to all parts of the UK. If you are happy to work varied shifts, including night working, and pride yourself on your safety focus, we are keen to hear from you!   The role of train manager is critical to ensure GBRf provide our customers with a best in class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line.   As a Train Manager, you will join our team and support GBRf in our commitment to deliver a safe, reliable and best in class freight/passenger service to our customers. In this role you will liaise with Assistant Train Managers, Signallers and Contractors to ensure customer requirements are met and trains arrive on time. We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who lead by example and exhibit the core values of GB Railfreight.

GB Railfreight is gaining traction!   Both literally and figuratively.   As a business we are growing at a quick pace, which brings with it a lot of new work of an increased variety.   To support us in this exciting time we are looking for high calibre drivers, such as yourself, to come be part of the GB Railfreight success story in Peak Forest, Derbyshire.    If you join GB Railfreight, you will be joining a business that is at the centre of innovation on the railways. A business that does not stand still and constantly strives to achieve more and better. Throughout the toughest months of the pandemic we continued delivering vital services across the UK to our various customers, keeping the economy going and the store shelves stocked. In GB Railfreight you would find an employer looking ahead towards a freight industry that is more green, conscious of the importance of the environment. An employer that advocates and supports an engaged, happy workplace and takes its social responsibilities seriously.    As an employee, GB Railfreight can offer you stability and progression, with job opportunities advertised internally first in line with our efforts to always hire from within if possible. This is reflected in the number of train drivers we regularly train up from other roles within the business. As a train driver with GB Railfreight you will have the chance to drive diesel locomotives (66s mainly) based from our Peak Forest Depot in and take charge of our freight services in the area, which will also heavily include work on the HS2 project. Your role as Train Manager (driver) would be critical to ensure GBRf provide our customers with a best in class service at all times. You would be empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line.   If this all sounds great and you are happy to work a variety of shifts, including nights, we are keen to hear from you!  

Do you currently work as a freight train driver?   Had enough of full time working and looking for a more flexible approach?   Less working hours without losing out on the career you love and superb employee benefits?   Then look no further - we currently have a number of opportunties for flexible/part time contracts nationwide, from South West to the North East and everywhere in-between.    The GB Railfreight revolution is at full speed due to the growing market, business growth and the increase in variety of work.   We are therefore looking for high calibre professionals, such as yourself, to come and become a part of the GB Railfreight success story and share your vast railway experience in a company that appreciates your contributions, whether that's on a full time or part time basis.     In return, as a company we can offer you stability and progression, having grown our workforce by 21% between 2017 and 2020 and supporting progression from within whenever possible. Whatever your long term ambition, we can help you to achieve it.   

Train Drivers within GB Railfreight are known as Train Manager, and are critical to our business to ensure we provide our customers with the best-in-class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line, this encapsulates the need to always be conscious of, and operate with, the highest regard to safety.  We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who leads by example and exhibits the core values of GBRf. 

The role of Train Manager at GB Railfreight is critical to our business to ensure we provide our customers with a best-in-class service at all times. Our Train Managers are empowered to take responsibility for the delivery of the key activities on the front line, this encapsulates the need to always be conscious of, and operate with, the highest regard to safety.  We are seeking a highly professional, motivated and safety conscious individual who leads by example and exhibits the core values of GBRf.