DEP379-EXT - Train Shunter
https://recruitment.virgintrainseas...Search=True&MenuID=JHlJbCpPGTg=&VacancyID=340
Posted: 20/04/2017 17:05
Salary: £33-37k plus London Allowance
Location: Bounds Green Depot
Level: Depot - Semi Skilled
Deadline: 04/05/2017 23:59
Hours: 35
Benefits: Excellent package including final salary pension scheme and travel concessions
Job Type: Full Time
We are Virgin! In January 2014 we started a joint venture between Stagecoach and the Virgin Group as the shortlisted bidders for the new InterCity East Coast franchise. In November 2014, the eight-year franchise was awarded to the Stagecoach/Virgin joint venture company and commenced operating on 1 March 2015 trading as Virgin Trains East Coast.
We have invested in brand new trains and technology; 2018 will see the introduction of our brand new Azuma trains. Azuma is coming with more seats, more leg room, faster Wi-Fi, on board entertainment and faster journey times.
What do we have on offer??
We are looking for shunters to join the Virgin Trains East Coast team at our Bounds Green Maintenance Depot, near Alexandra Palace, North London.
As we eagerly await the introduction of our brand new fleet of Azuma trains next year, there couldnt be a better time to join the team! Shunters form a crucial part of the depots overall performance and you will be joining the business at a very exciting time. You will be working a four-shift pattern, covering 24/7 duties.
Employee benefits currently include free Virgin Trains East Coast travel and a range of other discounts and offers, as well as a competitive pension scheme.
What will you do??
You will be working on our existing fleet, helping to marshal the vehicles for maintenance, or re-form them ready for service. You will also become familiar with the operation of the signalling panels, liaising with Kings Cross signal box, as well as operating Ferme Park servicing sidings where vehicles are also fuelled.
The Essentials
Knowledge of Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Standards & Compliance
Knowledge of traction and rolling stock systems
Experience of a railway operational environment
What do we need you to be?
You'll need to be motivated, hard working and an effective problem solver.
We also need you to be:
A team player
Able to use your own initiative
Safety conscious
Have great attention to detail
A clear and confident communicator
Used to a physically demanding role that involves working outdoors
Customer focussed
This is a safety critical role, so youll also need to pass a strict medical screening to qualify for this role.
If this sounds like you, apply now and let us know why you should be given this amazing opportunity to become one of our team. Brilliant people only please!!
For more information, please contact [email protected]
https://recruitment.virgintrainseas...Search=True&MenuID=JHlJbCpPGTg=&VacancyID=340
Posted: 20/04/2017 17:05
Salary: £33-37k plus London Allowance
Location: Bounds Green Depot
Level: Depot - Semi Skilled
Deadline: 04/05/2017 23:59
Hours: 35
Benefits: Excellent package including final salary pension scheme and travel concessions
Job Type: Full Time
We are Virgin! In January 2014 we started a joint venture between Stagecoach and the Virgin Group as the shortlisted bidders for the new InterCity East Coast franchise. In November 2014, the eight-year franchise was awarded to the Stagecoach/Virgin joint venture company and commenced operating on 1 March 2015 trading as Virgin Trains East Coast.
We have invested in brand new trains and technology; 2018 will see the introduction of our brand new Azuma trains. Azuma is coming with more seats, more leg room, faster Wi-Fi, on board entertainment and faster journey times.
What do we have on offer??
We are looking for shunters to join the Virgin Trains East Coast team at our Bounds Green Maintenance Depot, near Alexandra Palace, North London.
As we eagerly await the introduction of our brand new fleet of Azuma trains next year, there couldnt be a better time to join the team! Shunters form a crucial part of the depots overall performance and you will be joining the business at a very exciting time. You will be working a four-shift pattern, covering 24/7 duties.
Employee benefits currently include free Virgin Trains East Coast travel and a range of other discounts and offers, as well as a competitive pension scheme.
What will you do??
You will be working on our existing fleet, helping to marshal the vehicles for maintenance, or re-form them ready for service. You will also become familiar with the operation of the signalling panels, liaising with Kings Cross signal box, as well as operating Ferme Park servicing sidings where vehicles are also fuelled.
The Essentials
Knowledge of Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Standards & Compliance
Knowledge of traction and rolling stock systems
Experience of a railway operational environment
What do we need you to be?
You'll need to be motivated, hard working and an effective problem solver.
We also need you to be:
A team player
Able to use your own initiative
Safety conscious
Have great attention to detail
A clear and confident communicator
Used to a physically demanding role that involves working outdoors
Customer focussed
This is a safety critical role, so youll also need to pass a strict medical screening to qualify for this role.
If this sounds like you, apply now and let us know why you should be given this amazing opportunity to become one of our team. Brilliant people only please!!
For more information, please contact [email protected]