Trainee Train Driver

Role overview

The role of a Train Driver is safety critical and is subject to Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) regulations. You MUST meet the following criteria for this position, or your application will be automatically rejected: • Currently live within a 45-minute car journey from the station you work from. • Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. • Pass the TDLCR Train Driver medical assessment, including drugs and alcohol screening. • Not have defective colour vision. • Obtain a pass to an enhanced level on the Train Driver Psychometric Assessments, which will be taken as part of the recruitment process. If you pass the test, it is valid for 5 years. Please note you have only three attempts to complete the psychometrics - if you fail on your third attempt you are unable to re-take them and cannot qualify for a train driver position. • Commit to working early, late and weekend shifts - without relying on public transport (for example: 03:00 - 10:30, 15:30 - 12:30, 21:00 - 06:00).