Apprentice Train Operator 2023- London-Level 3

Join the UK’s largest infrastructure group and work on some of the biggest projects the world has ever seen. Projects that will support and shape the world of tomorrow for millions of people and enable you to build a successful career.

Balfour Beatty is also a leading member of the 5% Club, which is now in operation in over 200 companies. The 5% Club, members aspire to achieve 5% of their workforce in earn and learn positions (including apprentices, sponsored students, and graduates on formalised training programmes)

• Driver of specialist plant working on Network Rail Infrastructure.
• Reports directly to TGS (Track Geometry Services) Operations Manager
• Work in accordance with safety and standards procedures
• Drive/ Operate and maintain various OTM (On Track Machine) on behalf of our customer
• Conduct all pre-start safety checks using appropriate daily and weekly check lists;
• Respond to, assist and repair faults and failures (in line with training);
• Report all service faults and failures immediately both in writing and verbally to the control centre and line manager
• Liaise with our 24/7 control with regards to delivery related issues

• You will need a minimum of five GCSE’s at grades 9-4 or A-C including Maths, English and Science
• Knowledge of on track plant, or an ability and willingness to learn.
• Understanding of railway health and safety requirements, particularly as they relate to train operations (desired).
• A flexible approach to work, being prepared to work around a roster that includes night, weekends, bank holidays and respond to short notice changes of plan.
• An appreciation of the importance of good customer relations.
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Hold a current UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Before joining complete a Network Railways Psychometric test and Drug & Alcohol test.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK at the time of joining

Alongside the amazing opportunity, support and pride that you’ll gain from developing your career with one of the world’s foremost infrastructure giants, you’ll also enjoy:

• Accredited Apprenticeship Programme with Balfour Beatty
• Part of a structured development programme
• Support from line manager
• A competitive salary
• An opportunity to grow your career at Balfour Beatty
• At the end of your programme you will receive your qualification in your chosen apprenticeship programme

For more information about what you can expect as a Balfour Beatty Apprentice and what’s involved in the scheme, visit our website here to learn more. Should you require any additional support with your application, please contact early.careers@balfourbeatty.com

Closing Date: applications are open until 31st May 2023, but we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Balfour Beatty reserves the right to remove adverts should application numbers reach a maximum before this date.

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As a Disability Confident Employer, we are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

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