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 expand 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 are transforming train travel by empowering our diverse team of over 6,000 employees to create a great experience for our customers. 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 qualified driver, increasing to £69,105 thereafter.
Great Western Railway is renowned for its prestigious network. We are recruiting for a Talent Pool of Qualified Train Drivers who are passionate about delivering a different kind of rail service, where rewards are first class, and the fleet is modernizing.
As a Qualified Driver at GWR, you will drive through some of the UK's most beautiful countryside. We set a new standard for rail travel, focusing on providing a relaxing, fast, efficient, and friendly experience.
You will use your drive, commitment, passion for customer service, and exemplary safety record to help over 100 million passengers travel safely and on time to more than 275 stations 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 across the GWR network for you and your family, a company-sponsored healthcare plan, and many other benefits through our colleague benefits scheme.
If successful at interview, you will be added to our talent pool for the relevant depot and contacted if vacancies become available. Some vacancies are immediate.
Additional Information:
Our application process includes:
* Online application form
* Online situational judgment exercise
* Completion of RSSB Safety Critical information transfer form (verification with your current employer will be required after passing the medical)
* Selection interview
* Medical examination
The Reward
Along with a supportive team environment and comprehensive training, GWR colleagues enjoy benefits such as ongoing development, a defined benefit pension scheme, free rail travel for you and your family, healthcare, discounts, gym membership, and an employee assistance program.
We all belong at GWR. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, valuing diversity in age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain zero tolerance for prejudice and promote diversity of thought and flexible working options where possible. If you need additional support during your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, please refer to the provided links for assistance.
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