Mainline Driver Instructor - Secondment

We are proud to be One Team at East Midlands Railway (EMR). We are passionate about keeping people safe, delighting our customers, doing the right thing and putting customers at the heart of our sustainable railway for the East Midlands. With over 2,600 employees, our people are the reason we are so successful, and the Driver team make a crucial contribution to this. Nine times accredited as a Top Employer and a Gold Inclusive Employer, we value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. . The Kettering driver team are looking for a Driver Instructors to join their Talent Pool. 

As a Driver Instructor, you will:

Undertake instructing of classroom, practical and technical driver training and the accumulation of hours for train handlingCarry out Driver safety critical assessments to ensure we maintain our high standardsComplete necessary training documentationAct as an ambassador for exemplary Driver behaviours

About you:

You must be a qualified Train driver with at least 4 years’ experience and looking to contribute to the success of the Kettering Driver Team through great coaching. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a high standard of technical and operational knowledge with excellent communication skills. You will have the ability to work well under pressure, to prioritise and to demonstrate high levels of concentration and focus. You must also have a willingness to share, demonstrate and offer guidance, on traction, railway rules and local railway practices and procedures. 

Part of the role will include carrying out regular assessments, you must ideally hold a L11/L12 qualification or equivalent, although support to achieve this will be provided.

If you feel this is the challenge you've been waiting for, please complete the online application form and upload your CV.

 

 

Closing Date: 08 May 2025

Department: Drivers

Salary: £71,291