Job Description
Job title: Train Rider Job location: London Must be flexible Hourly pay rate: £19.67 PAYE/ £25.55 Umbrella Shifts: Must be flexible as 24/7 operation Hours per week: Average 50 hours a weekDuration: Ongoing Start date: ASAP Industries considered: Rail Only Disciplines considered: Rail Electrical only Position Summary:As part of a major fleet introduction programme our client is looking to engage the services of a small team of persons that will function "in service" to ensure that the new trains operate to their optimum capacity. The ultimate aim is to ensure that should faults - failures occur that they are quickly and efficiently assessed as to their impact on the trains continued use for that journey - and or planned service. Identifying and assessing such occurrences and managing a pragmatic solution is key to ensuring that the fleets capacity is optimised throughout a very busy period of operations.It is expected that you will have a strong background in rail vehicle engineering, perhaps in such as testing and commissioning of vehicles as well as a good understanding of Network Rail processes and procedures for vehicle operations.
What is also key is your fortitude and ability to make the right decisions often in pressurised circumstances. Ideally you will be familiar with such as traction equipment, controls, lighting, doors, signalling equipment and systems. You will also need to be able to record and communicate your actions effectively and in accordance with company procedures.* Calum Under Pressure* Must have a back ground in Rolling Stock (Trains)* Follow Instructions* Electrical and Mechanical diagnosisQualifications:Minimum requirements of an NVQ Level 3 or similar in an Electrical discipline.Contact Information:Email: Phone: PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION.Please note due to the volume of applications, we can only commit to contact those candidates we deem suitable for the position.
However, we may retain your details and contact you in the future should suitable positions arise.Please note the above job specification could be subject to change as agreed with our client.