Job Description

Equal Opportunities

At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone's different and has their own perspective so we're building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we're determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We're creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.

Who we are

At Transport for Wales, we're on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that's rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we're all facing.

We're an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we've made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.

Role responsibilities

Are you a

Qualified

Train Driver who strives to provide excellent customer service? If yes, then it could be time for a change of scenery!

At Transport for Wales Rail Limited, we want proud and passionate people, who deliver excellent service every time.

Specifically, we are looking for people who:

Understand what our customers want and put customer service first Always provide a safe working environment for our customers and staff Are proud to wear their uniform and look smart every day Remain motivated and enthusiastic to perform all aspects of their role to a high standard Are conscientious and make timely decisions based on their knowledge of rules and procedures Go above and beyond their normal working duties during times of disruption Live within one hours drive of Holyhead depot
What else you need to know:

We're here for our customers whenever they need to travel, which means your shift lengths & patterns will vary - so you'll need to be flexible in your working hours.

Hours:

Working 4 days per week with an average of 35 hours per week.

Your shift pattern will include early starts/late finishes and weekends & Bank Holidays.

You must be a Qualified Train Driver with a proven safety record and live within an hour's drive of Holyhead station.

If you do not meet these criteria, unfortunately your application will not be considered.

For further information, please see the attached job description.

Welsh Language Skills

The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.

Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.

Next steps

Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached for further details.

TFW is a Disability Confident employer. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process or as part of the role if you are successful.

This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 73,430.00 per year

Work Location: In person