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 beautiful 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 new entrant qualified driver, rising to £69,105
Great Western Railway is the proud custodian of one of the world's most prestigious railway networks.
We are recruiting for a Talent Pool for Qualified Train Drivers who are enthusiastic about delivering a different type of rail service, where rewards are first class, and the fleet is modernising.
As a Qualified Driver at GWR, you will drive through some of the UK's most beautiful countryside.
We aim to set a new standard for rail travel, focusing on providing a relaxing, fast, efficient, and friendly experience.
Join us! Use your drive, commitment, passion for customer service, and exemplary safety record to help over 100 million passengers travel safely and on time between more than 275 stations each year.
You will need to work various shifts and reside 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 health care plan, and more through our benefits scheme.
If successful at interview, you will be added to our talent pool for the relevant depot and contacted when vacancies become available. Some vacancies may be immediate.
Additional Information:
Our application process includes:
1. Online application form
2. Online situational Judgement exercise
3. Completion of RSSB Transfer of Safety Critical information form (verification with your current employer is not required until after passing the medical)
4. Selection interview
5. Medical assessment
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, company-sponsored healthcare, discounted shopping and gym memberships, and an employee assistance program.
We all belong at GWR. Our vision is to provide an inclusive environment, ensuring all candidates have equal opportunities for meaningful employment.
We value diversity in age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain zero tolerance for prejudice and celebrate diverse perspectives, progressive working methods, and growth opportunities.
We review all roles to ensure accessibility and support flexible working options where possible. Please refer to individual vacancy descriptions for details.
If you need additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage sharing any specific needs to facilitate a fair application process.
https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/
https://www.healthassured.org/blog/neurodiversity/
Download the Qualified Driver Transfer of Safety form:
* QUALIFIED DRIVER TRANSFER OF SAFETY form-f3751-f1-iss-1.pdf
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