Job Description

Introduction

DB Cargo UK are currently recruiting for a Team Member to join our Breakdown & Recovery department based at our site at Newport, with the role being responsible for assisting the Breakdown & Recovery team when dealing with derailments or incidents on the UK rail network.


Breakdown & Recovery is a national service, providing safe ad efficient restoration of normal running conditions on the rail network following an incident. As a Breakdown & Recovery Team member you'll be working to the instruction of the Breakdown & Recovery Supervisor at all times.


This position is based at Newport, however due to this being a national service, you may be required to travel around the UK as and when required.

What will you be doing?

Support the supervisor and team in restoring rail services safely and efficiently following incidents.


Create a safe working environment in the depot and when on site


Manual handling of packing materials and jacking equipment


Undertake cutting/welding tasks as competence permits


Carry out maintenance in the depot to ensure that equipment is safe and stored correctly


Proactively use depot time to maintain equipment and develop skills and support the wider team.


The Breakdown & Recovery Teams are required to work shifts covering a 24/7 period including bank holidays, weekends and nights.


This position is 42 hours per week.

What are we looking for?

You will have a strong desire to learn and develop professionally, using open thinking and have the ability to adapt to new ways of working.


You will have strong communication skills and feel comfortable and confident working both alone, and in a team.


You must possess a positive working attitude


You will also have good basic IT skills


A full UK driving licence with class 1 rating is required for this position.

What do you get?

Comprehensive training provided at DB Cargo UK - including Personal Track Safety (PTS), Recovery Training, and First Aid - with a starting salary of 26,004 per annum.


Paid every 4 weeks (13 paydays per year!)


Access to our Employer Assistance Programme


Enhanced pension (over auto enrolment)


Access to our benefits portal to get discounts on a number of big brands


Job Type: Full-time


Work Location: In person