Job Introduction
Looking for a career that will take you in new directions? Join Southeastern as a Train Conductor and start a rewarding journey with us.
We are currently seeking applications for our Tonbridge team. We will only be progressing applicants for this role who live within a 45 min drive of Tonbridge.
- Imagine the pride you’ll feel when your customer service skills and problem solving keeps hundreds of journeys running smoothly.
- Our training will take you from trainee to train Conductor and give you a nationally-recognised qualification.
- Enjoy a career that comes with great pay and benefits, a real sense of ownership, and where every shift is a chance to create a connection.
Can you move people? Apply now.
Role Responsibility
What you’ll do
Make sure passengers feel welcome, comfortable and safe on our trains. This means greeting people as they step on board, checking and issuing tickets, communicating with the train driver, and dealing with any problem that comes your way.
Of course, sometimes there are issues with tickets or delays, which can be difficult for passengers. It’s up to you to keep them informed and do your best to help them get where they need to be.
We are currently seeking candidates for our Hastings team, you need to live with a 15 mile radius of this depot as explained in more detail below. If you apply and live outside of the distance of this station then you should expect long wait times for your application to be screened and processed.
Applications for this role will be accepted until the 9th September, however we encourage early submissions, as the vacancy may close sooner if we receive a high volume of applications.
Your training
- As a Trainee Conductor, you’ll be enrolled into our Conductor Apprenticeship Programme.
- You’ll complete a mix of classroom-based and on-the-job learning, covering everything from functional skills to safety procedures.
Your shifts
- You will work a varied shift pattern, which includes weekends, bank holidays and nights.


