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Qualified Train Driver - Paddington, London
Client: Great Western Railway (GWR)
Location: London, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 288f61a852c9
Job Views: 34
Posted: 17.06.2025
Expiry Date: 01.08.2025
Job Description:
Who are we?
GWR is the proud custodian of Brunel's railway - one of the most prestigious networks in the world. We operate some of the newest trains in the country and have exciting plans to extend our services. With over one hundred million passenger journeys annually, we serve more than 275 stations across the South West, from Cornwall and South Wales to London, passing through scenic countryside and top tourist destinations.
We aim to transform train travel by empowering our diverse team of over 6,000 employees to deliver excellent customer experiences. Our goal is to revalue rail as a relaxing, fast, efficient, friendly, and fun way to travel.
Salary: £62,195 for the first 12 months as a new qualified driver, increasing to £69,105.
We are recruiting for a Talent Pool of Qualified Train Drivers enthusiastic about delivering a different kind of rail service, where rewards are first-class, and our fleet is modernizing.
As a Qualified Driver at GWR, you will drive through some of the UK's most beautiful landscapes.
We are setting new standards for rail travel for both passengers and staff, focusing on comfort, speed, efficiency, and friendliness.
Join us! Use your drive, commitment, passion for customer service, and safety record to help over 100 million passengers travel safely and on time each year.
This role requires working various shifts and residing within an hour's travel of the depot.
In return, we offer an excellent salary, a competitive pension scheme, free rail travel for you and your family across the GWR network, a healthcare plan, and more through our colleague benefits scheme.
If successful at interview, you will be added to our talent pool for the relevant depot and contacted when vacancies arise. Some positions may be available immediately.
Additional Information:
Our application process includes:
* Online application form
* Situational Judgement exercise online
* Completion of RSSB Safety Critical information transfer form (verification with your current employer will be needed after passing medical)
* Interview
* Medical assessment
The Reward
Along with a supportive team environment and comprehensive training, GWR colleagues enjoy benefits like ongoing development, a pension scheme, free rail travel, healthcare, shopping discounts, gym memberships, and employee assistance programs.
We all belong at GWR. We foster an inclusive environment, valuing diversity in age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain zero tolerance for prejudice and celebrate diverse perspectives and progressive working practices. We review roles and descriptions to ensure accessibility and support flexible working options. If you need additional support due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, please refer to the provided link for assistance.
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