Hope Mobile Groundstaff reference: ATR-4375

Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK. In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd. JOB DESCRIPTION AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT Post Details Job Title: Mobile Ground Staff Location: As directed Shifts: Various Reports to: Operations Support Manager THIS POST IS DESIGNATED AS SAFETY CRITICAL Purpose Of Job To ensure the movement of trains or vehicles are carried out in a safe, punctual and economical manner in accordance with the rules and regulations currently in force To ensure a quality shunting and train preparation service for the company and its customers, whilst maintaining laid down Freightliner Heavy Haul standards of competency Ensure all documentation is completed correctly as per laid down procedures Dimensions of Job Direct Budget: £Nil Staff Responsibilities: N/A Principle Activities and Accountabilities Under instruction, ensure that all post arrival and pre departure checks are carried out and that all appropriate documentation in connection with rail movements is completed and filed Marshall train formation as required Control movements concerned with the attaching, detaching or stabling in a safe and efficient manner Undertake train preparation duties as required Carry out wagon examination to FL MIE standards, report and defects immediately Undertake any training the post requires Read and update all notices that may affect your work Communicate effectively with other staff in the interests of safety Comply with the rules as defined in the rulebook and appendix and undergo the proficiency assessments as prescribed Liaise with and ensure security issues are dealt with in the company interest Undertake additional/alternative work as requested by management General Safety Responsibilities The post holder has a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work. Co-operation with FLHH and co-workers to help everyone maintain their legal requirements by: Taking reasonable care of own health and safety and that of any person who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work Co-operating with FLHH to comply with health and safety legislation Carrying out any work in accordance with any training, instruction or company procedure that is relevant to the position Informing your line manager of any health and safety problems identified by yourself or identified to you by other people Using any safety equipment provided by FLHH that you have been trained to use in a proper and appropriate manner All safety critical staff to comply with the Drugs and Alcohol policy RG-GEN 023 Specific Safety Responsibilities Manage responsibility in connection with Health and Safety at Work Act Wear full and correct PPE at all times and ensure that all staff under your control are wearing full and correct PPE for site Be fully conversant with all current operation rules, regulation and notices. Take prompt, appropriate action to ensure safety of people and equipment in and out of course situations Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications and Training PTS Current Rules and Regulations CoC Induction – local Fire training – local Documentation and Equipment HV Vest Safety Footwear Safety Eyewear Gloves Wet weather clothing Hard hat Hand lamp Uniform as supplied Appropriate Rules and Regulations Methods of Work Track Safety Handbook Working Manual for Rail Staff (White, Pink pages) Train crew Manual publications as appropriate Railway Group Standards (including rule book) Freightliner Train crew Manual Personnel and risk group procedures Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential. We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles. In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team. Freightliner is an established rail freight provider with businesses in the UK and Continental Europe. Offering customers a wide range of rail freight solutions to cater for the requirements of a diverse market sector, we provide a safe, reliable and cost effective rail freight partnership. At the core of all we do are our employees. Their hard work is fundamental to our success and we are equally committed to their growth and safety. Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential. We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles. In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a fantastic final-salary pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.