Train Driver

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY OF THE LINE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate trains in a safe and proper manner in accordance with Railway Group Standards and Freightliner requirements.

Be fully conversant with all current operating rules, regulations and notices.

Carry out initial HABD’s Examinations.

STATUTORY DUTIES UNDER:

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 et seq.

Transport and Work Act 1992.

PRINCIPAL SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain vigilance when driving, taking appropriate action at signals etc.

Adjust driving technique in accordance with prevailing conditions e.g weather, speed restrictions.

Take prompt, appropriate action to ensure safety of people and equipment in and out of course situations.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATION/TRAINING REQUIRED:

ESSENTIAL


Required prior to taking up position.

PTS

Current Rules and Regulations CoC.

Drivers Assessment.

Induction – local

Fire training – local

Initial HABD Examination course.

DESIRABLE

NVQ – Train Driving

First Aid.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

HV Vest

Safety Footwear

Gloves

Wet Weather Clothing

Hand lamp

Safety eyewear (prescription where required)

SAFETY DOCUMENTATION:

Appropriate Rules & Regulations

Local Working Instructions

Track Safety Handbook

Working Manual for Rail Staff (white, pink, green pages).

Traincrew manual publications as appropriate.

Access to Statutory documentation as listed in Section 2, and other relevant publications held at Admin Office.

Safety Critical Work Regulations Identity Card.

Templestick.

iPad

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