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In preparation for the 2022 winter season, we are looking for a group of highly motivated individuals to join us on a 4-month fixed term contract as SITT (Snow and Ice Treatment Trains) Operators in our Totton (Eastleigh) depot. There is a possibility that these roles may be made PERMANENT after the season, as a Rail Operator in a location with available vacancies.

This position is great for people wanting to gain operational experience within the rail industry. Working in a safety critical environment, provides exposure to many different roles and people within the business.

During the winter season the national network owner (Network Rail) deploys strategic SITTs to maintain safe conditions. As a SITT operator you will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of these units while out and about in the region covered. This is a vitally important role that ensures the railway remains safe for passengers, freight and all rail users.

You will be provided with full training, and you will complete your PTS alongside equipment specific training.

Your salary will be £28,080 per annum (pro rata) based on a 48-hour week - working 5 shifts per week with the opportunity for overtime.

Due to the nature of the role, we will be looking for individuals who fit the following criteria:

Safety conscious; As ever, working on locos and associated SITT units, safety is always the highest priority, so operators must be steadfast individuals complying with safety practices at all times.

Comfortable with shift work; These trains run at all hours of the day, seven days a week and so operators will work a varied shift pattern. An appetite for overtime is also desirable.

Strong work ethic; while carrying out your duties, a strong work ethic is the essential difference between the good operators and the great.

Basic mechanical/technical understanding; as a part of this job, basic fault finding/reporting/rectification will be required. Intuition and ability to follow prescribed processes will be beneficial. Relevant training will be provided.

Ability to sustain concentration for long periods; trains can run for long periods between stops and so operators must ensure enduring concentration levels.

Perseverance and flexibility; as any scenarios can change at a moment’s notice. The ideal candidates can demonstrate any time they have been flexible or persevered to reach an end goal.

Ability to pass industry standard medical; as an operational role in the rail industry you will be required to pass the industry standard medical.

Essential Criteria

• UK full drivers licence (manual) clean
• Successfully complete a pre-employment railway standard medical
• Available to start in November 2022, until the contract ending 31/03/2023