Experience: Knowledge of Railway Operations preferred but not essential as full training will be given. 

At our Railport at Daventry we are looking for a Railport Operative to join our team. This is a varied and interesting role, operating mechanical handling equipment, locomotive driving and train preparation. The role involves working outside with a small, friendly team within a 24/7 operation. 

Responsibilities include;

•        Driving Shunt Locomotive.
•        Arrival, Pre-Departure & Final Train Checks.
•        Performing Train-Shunting Duties.
•        Operating 90-ton Intermodal Reachstacker (Container Handler).
•        Ensuring H&S procedures are adhered to at all times.
•        Liaising with Traffic Office to ensure efficient handling of road vehicles.
•        Completion of stock integrity checks and associated data input.

Preferred Qualifications (not essential as full training will be given)

•        Intermodal Reachstacker Licence.
•        08 Shunt Locomotive Licence.
•        Certificate of Competency in Carriage & Wagon examination.
•        Trained in Shunting and Train Preparation.
•        PTS

This is an exciting opportunity to join a very successful and well known business. 

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Please note we are unable to send a personal acknowledgment to every applicant. Thank you for your applications, we will be in contact if you are successful for interview.

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