Job Description

About the role

Join Our Team as a Train Driver at Balfour Beatty - Tonbridge Depot

Are you ready to play a vital role in keeping Britain's rail network moving? We're looking for a skilled and safety-conscious

Train Driver

to join our dedicated team at the Tonbridge depot.



In this key position within our

Multi-Purpose Vehicle & Module Operation

unit, you'll be at the heart of delivering essential shifts for Network Rail. Your mission? To ensure the safe and efficient driving and control of our Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV), supporting critical operations across the network.

What we're looking for:

A flexible, can-do attitude - you'll work to a roster that includes nights, weekends, and bank holidays. The ability to adapt quickly to short-notice changes and keep things running smoothly.

If you're passionate about rail safety, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to be part of a team that makes a real difference, this is the role for you.

What you'll be doing

Responsible for the safe driving and control of a Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV). Delivering the relevant equipment to the Network Rail infrastructure in order to ensure full operational delivery. Reports directly to MPV Operations Manager. Work in accordance with safety and standards procedures. Conduct all pre-start and disposal safety checks using appropriate check lists. Carry out minor maintenance and repairs. Report all service faults and failures immediately both in writing and verbally. Liaise with our 24/7 control with regards to delivery related issues. Making a positive contribution to a small dedicated team working on high profile contracts.

Who we're looking for

The following experience/qualifications are essential:

Qualified Train Driver with a good safety record and holding route knowledge on the infrastructure. Hold a current clean UK driving licence An understanding of core asset modules. An appreciation of the importance of good customer relations. Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

The following experience/qualifications are desirable:

Complete and in-date route knowledge of the infrastructure. Have a good awareness of railway health and safety requirements, particularly as they relate to train operations. Qualified Train Driver, as above, with previous yellow plant experience. Computer Literate

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty works at the heart of the UK's rail networks - designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.



From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion



To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.



As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/



We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com



Job Reference: BBUK16801