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I have recently been offered an interview for a DTM (Driver Team Manager) role. I've searched here a little but in terms of interview questions, information and experiences it tends to be aimed at Drivers and Apprenticeship to a degree. Has anyone experienced this role, types of questions and...

Any one interested then NORTHERN are recruiting Qualified Drivers for Leeds, Darlington and Newcastle. Good luck Out of interest this seems an unusual approach by NORTHERN as I've never known them to take on Qualified Drivers, any one able to comment what's the logic and why this approach...

Would anyone be able to comment on my question regarding if having a SPAD on your record would effect any future prospect on employment with another company if your looking to change TOCs regardless on catogary of SPAD and the circumstances around the incident be it depot, Shunting or maim line ect

I wounder if anyone has any information regarding the class 66 in question. I saw it pass through Gateshead yesterday morning going to Tyne dock. I am keeping a look out for it to go back south down the ECML but at this moment in time is does not seem to. Unless I have missed it. Has anyone any...

I wounder if anyone has any information regarding the class 66 in question. I saw it pass through Gateshead yesterday morning going to Tyne dock. I am keeping a look out for it to go back south down the ECML but at this moment in time is does not seem to. Unless I have missed it. Has anyone any...

Maybe a little premature, but i am currently a member of the RMT with my current role. I am awaiting a date to start my driver training but I am wondering is there a better union of the two for a qualified driver (or trainee). Do I stick with the RMT or is it considered a better option to join...

Looking into the Northern network and I am curious What routes do drivers from Carlisle and Blackpool sign please. Many thanks

I have not seen a vacancy for this role advertised for a long time. I was under the impression this role is normally filled by internals. Is this correct? Also does this mean there could be some opportunities for this role based in Sunderland?

I am curious to how recruitment works in general with in the Rail industry. I am aware every company does things different and to a certain degree they have their own process. My question is regarding internal and external vacancies and so called government guidelines. Is there any truth...

I am interested to know how come Tyne Yard seems to be a lot busier these days. I have heard they are looking to develop some or part of the site but I also hear more traction and rolling stock are kept there over night. So is anyone in the know on what the going ons are currently on the site...

I am curious what the Abbreviations for Carlisle NY and Tyne Yard SS mean. I am aware that many yards have the NY and SS after them but what do they mean. Also I am trying to understand what the development work is being carried out at Tyne yard is? many thanks

I am curious to know why Grand Central Trains stable there empty stock at Pelaw Goods Loop twice a day at 1210 and 1710hrs. Is there a reason for this. Many thanks

I was wondering if anyone could comment and/or advise on any information that you could provide regarding the plans for rolling stock to be rolled out across the Northern network. It is to my understanding that the main hubs of Yorkshire and Lancashire are acquiring these new DMU's and EMU's...

http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/tyne-wear-metro-catalogue-errors-10463568 Living in the North East, I am beginning to think DB's priorities lie else where other then the Tyne & Wear Metro. So far this year there seems to be a number of failings from Lack of Drivers, Train...

I am looking for some information regarding what companies require pass or enhanced when conducting your trainee train drivers assessments. Particularly looking at TOCS/FOCS in the North of England. Northern require a Pass TPE require a Enhanced XC....? Virgin...? T&W Metro...? Many...

I am new to the railways, bear with me... Major delays by up to 70 mins tonight between Hexham and Carlisle due to Safety checks. Is this normal or a PR phrase for something a little more sinister.

I am in the early stages of looking into the whole signalling system covered by Northern Rail out of Newcastle. I am looking for information from what signal boxes cover what signals and if they are semaphore or light systems. I understand Tyneside cover upto south of Sunderland where RG take...

Could anyone provide me any information or links regarding the Train Managers assessments for Cross Country, does this include interview or will that be the next stage after the assessments.

Out of interest does anyone work as a Depot Driver for Northern Rail. Many Thanks in advance

Are there any Cross country Train Managers or employees that use this forum that can provide any advise and guidance with a query I have. I am looking for some advice and information regarding the current recruitment advertised Many thanks in advance. --- old post above --- --- new post below...