OTM Driver & Operator– Join Swietelsky’s Growing Team!
NATIONWIDE
Looking for a Career with Flexibility and Travel?
Swietelsky UK, a leader in railway engineering, are looking for competent OTM Driver Operators to join the team, to help keep the rail infrastructure safe, resiliant and efficient. If you’re ready for a career where no two days are the same and offers plenty of flexibility, this is the role for you.
SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. Operate and/or drive OTM for which certification of competency and MEP008 standards have been obtained.
2. Carry out daily and weekly maintenance of machines.
3. Utilise all IT equipment provided to complete and return all associated paperwork including Phires/DWR forms, completion of logbooks and access apps associated with your role.
4. Attain and retain required competency stipulated by ROGS (The Railways and Other Guided Transport Systems (Safety) Regulations 2006) and other applicable standards.
5. When undertaking machine-based duties you are responsible for the overall machine condition including documentation, consumables, safety equipment, waste disposal and your PPE.
6. To liaise and respond to requests from operations/driving standards manager.
7. Advise Control of all deviation to the planned shift e.g. planned volume is not achieved, plant performance, crewing, non-provisions of pilot-men, etc.
8. Travel and lodge in line with role requirements as directed by line manager.
9. Willingness to learn to operate a wide variety of machines as per the needs of the business.
10. Maintain agreed route card using the equipment provided and learn new routes as directed by your line manager.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
1. KNOWLEDGE
· Holder of European train driving license.
· Holder of full UK driving license.
· Excellent knowledge of Drivers Rules and Regulations.
· Route competency with a complete route card.
· Good knowledge of OTM operations.
2. SKILLS / ABILITIES
· Personal Track Safety, Designated Person and the ability to meet the Drivers Medical Standard are essential. Others agreed to meet the requirements of the post.
· Willingness to partake in further training.
· Good interpersonal skills.
· IT skills including outlook, excel, word, and pdf.
· Good communication skills.
· Self-motivated and ability to work with little supervision.
· Personable with the ability to develop effective working relationships.
3. EXPERIENCE
· A minimum of 2 years’ experience as an OTM Driver Operator.
This role profile highlights the main outputs and does not include every task, duty, or responsibility. This Role Profile can help identify relevant training and development requirements.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary for a 35-hour working week
- Overtime available at enhanced rate
- 28 days holiday (plus 8 public holidays)
- Company vehicle
- Just 2 weekends worked in 4 for a better work-life balance
- Family-friendly work culture with excellent support
- Pension scheme, company van, and free parking at the depot
- EAP programme with discounts and offers from selected businesses
Ready for a New Challenge?
If you're excited about a flexible, field-based role and the opportunity to advance your career with Swietelsky, apply today!
Join Swietelsky and help shape the future of railway engineering across the UK!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £56,924.34 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Ability to provide home postcode during application (or on CV) to meet operational requirements - applications will not be processed without this information.
- Must be willing to undertake pre-employment, routine and sporadic medicals and Drug and Alcohol tests in line with Network Rail Standards.
Experience:
- OTM Operating: 2 years (preferred)
- OTM Train Driving: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- European Train Driver Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
