Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.

A vacancy has arisen for an individual to join Freightliner Heavy Haul as a member of the Mobile Ground Staff team in Bristol.

The successful applicants will need to be safety focused and committed to delivering a safe, reliable and best in class service.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting safe shunting operations in accordance to the relevant Railway rules and regulations with the goal of dispatching trains efficiently
• Load examinations
• Safety checks
• Resolving problems as they may arise

Requirements:

• Clean, full UK manual driving license
• Previous operational experience is desired but not essential
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative
• Flexible attitude to working hours
• Safety conscious with the ability to remain calm in emergency situations
• Excellent concentration and observation skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to relay important safety messages
• Customer focused and committed to the Freightliner brand

Ideally candidates will be experienced and competent, however full training will be provided for the right candidate.

As part of the selection process, candidates will be required to attend a railway standards new entrant medical and a D&A test.

The role involves shift based working which can include, early, late and weekend working.

Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.

We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.

In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.