Overview
DB Cargo UK are currently recruiting for a Team Member to join our Breakdown & Recovery department based at our site at Hoo Junction, 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 and 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 Hoo Junction, however due to this being a national service, you may be required to travel around the UK as and when required.
Responsibilities
* 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.
Qualifications
* 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
Access to our benefits portal to get discounts on a number of big brands
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