Trainee Train Driver
New Cross Gate & Willesden Junction
London
Arriva Rail London is part of the Arriva group. Arriva is a leading provider of passenger transport in Europe, employing around 40,000 people and delivering around 1.2 billion passenger journeys across 13 European countries. It is part of Deutsche Bahn (DB), one of the world’s leading passenger and logistics companies.
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Train Drivers are at the very heart of our business and we look to recruit the very best people to join the team to ensure a safe, reliable and punctual service to our customers.As an Apprentice, you can expect to receive a comprehensive training programme and support to enable you to progress into a fully qualified driver.
As you would imagine the criterion to become a trainee driver are tough and all applicants will have to follow several stages of a process following initial application stage.
To be eligible to apply you must:
- Be aged 20 or older.
- Committed to a safe working environment.
- Strong customer focus.
- Be able to comply with the relevant Rail Industry Standard for the role.
- Have previously demonstrated a positive, can-do attitude at work.
- Be able to commit to the full 35/39 week training programme starting in November 2023.
- Live within 1 hour of the depot for which you are applying
The recruitment process will involve several factors, including a review of your written application, some rules and safety tests, interviews and a safety critical medical.
Anyone applying for the trainee driver positions must be able to attend the course dates and must take annual leave only where it is programmed into the course.
At Arriva Rail London we ensure all new colleagues benefit from the highest levels of training, development and support. We offer a range of apprenticeships to provide you with a nationally accredited qualification, in addition to company training.
Apprenticeships are our preferred method of delivery (where applicable) to fully support you in your new job role. You will receive 1-1 support from independent industry experts working in partnership with Arriva Rail London.
We anticipate a high number of applicants, therefore it is possible that many people will unfortunately not complete all stages of the recruitment process.
Please ensure you include a CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and details of any driver assessments you have already passed.
Applications close 23/06/2023 at midnight, and due to the high numbers of applications anticipated, we reserve the right to close this advert ahead of the original date.
Those who have previously applied will need to complete a new application due to the length of time passed.
Our benefits include:
- Free Travel for you and a nominated person at your address on TfL Network - this alone worth total £5,200 per annum
- Discounts on European rail services after 1 year of service
- Free travel on Arriva branded rail services around the country
- 75% discount off of season tickets on other Train Operating Companies
- Arriva Village – web based discounts on various products/services on the high street
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24hr helpline, covering a multitude of subjects
At Arriva we acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success..
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