Senior Shunter - Rail
TXM Recruit
TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client. They are expanding and looking for a Senior Shunter - Rail to join their team located in Kettering - NN15 7HY on an initial 6-month contract. This role is paying £21 per hour.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the safe and efficient movement of all trains within the carriage sidings, ensuring compliance with railway operating procedures and safety regulations.
- Carried out shunting operations within Kettering Sidings.
- Acted as the site lead during shifts, overseeing day-to-day operations within the sidings, coordinating activities and ensuring work was completed safely and efficiently.
- Liaised with Train Crew, Signallers, Maintenance Teams and other operational staff to ensure the safe coordination of train movements and depot activities.
- Monitored site safety, reporting hazards, incidents and operational issues, while ensuring compliance with company procedures and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Used safe radio communication protocols to coordinate train movements and operational activities.
- Coordinated access for contractors and visitors, ensuring compliance with site safety requirements and permit-to-work procedures where applicable.
- Maintained operational documentation, site records and shift handover reports to ensure accurate communication between teams.
- Conducted routine inspections of the sidings, reporting defects and ensuring security, housekeeping and operational standards were always maintained.
- Supported incident response and operational disruption management, assisting with the safe restoration of normal service following delays or operational issues.
What we require?
- Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with Train Crew, Signallers and operational teams on safety-critical matters using approved radio protocols.
- Proven experience working in a rail operational environment, with a strong understanding of site safety, operational procedures and maintaining a safe, efficient depot or carriage siding operation.
- Previous shunting experience, with the ability to safely carry out train movements in accordance with railway rules, local instructions and operational requirements.
- Flexible approach to work, with the ability to work a rotating shift pattern including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Good standard of literacy and clear communication skills, with the ability to accurately complete operational documentation and shift handovers.
- Willingness to undertake all required training, competency assessments and role-specific certification.
- Commitment to wearing the appropriate PPE and adhering to all health, safety and environmental procedures.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, prioritise safety and support the efficient day-to-day operation of the site.
Main Details:
Job Title: Senior Shunter – Rail
Shifts: Days and Nights Shifts
Pay Rate: £21 per hour
Contract: 6 months (ongoing)
Location: Kettering - NN15 7HY
Start Date: ASAP
(Please note: this role requires completing and passing a medical and drug and alcohol test)
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting, friendly, and fast paced team, delivering essential services.
TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you.
If you want to register your interest and apply, please contact me on the below:
Miren Chauhan
Delivery Consultant
Email: (url removed)
Mob: (phone number removed)
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