Job description
Directly manage the competence, welfare, attendance, discipline, assessment and coaching of your team of driversMonitor the basic and enhanced training of drivers ensuring that competency standards are fully metEnsure that trains are driven in a safe and efficient manner, operating standards are complied with and customer care standards are metCarry out regular competence and performance assessments, including the examination of newly appointed driversFully investigate safety of the line incidents and accidents and make recommendations on improvements and prevention. Ensure that all such matters are properly reported in line with statutory or railway operating requirements and also that the necessary reports are fully completed and submitted within the agreed timescalesMaintain own driving competency and when necessary, accompany or act as a conductor to another driverUndertake cost control exercises in connection with payroll costs, uniform and equipment to ensure that the operations department budgets are not exceededBe aware of short-term contingency rostering of drivers, liaising with the resource manager and local controllers to ensure that resourcing complies with the train service specificationCheck and arrange for delivery of weekly operating notices including London Underground traffic circularsMonitor all notice cases at depots as necessary and post SPAD, traction, train crew and new notices at unsupervised depots and monitor this at supervised depotsEnsure that drivers have the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) equipment and that it is worn correctly and uniform, including bi-annual certification of existing equipment in compliance with Chiltern Railways policiesEnsure ‘return to work’ interviews are carried out as soon as is practicable on individuals’ returnImplement decisions and action plans as determined by the Depot Managers5 years train driving and railway operations experience and be able to meet the physical and visual standards of a train driverMust hold valid Certificate of Competence in Rules and Regulations including those of London Underground and have detailed knowledge of Railway StandardsGood standards of literacy, numeracy and computer skills are essentialThe post holder should be formally trained in competency assessment in line with company procedures or equivalent in coaching and assessing drivers and also in investigating and responding to incidents and accidentsAn ability to communicate confidently and effectively both verbally and in writing with drivers and other employees and organisationsAt Chiltern , we work in an environment where diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a culture of respect, challenge and innovation – with excellent opportunities for growth and development.
Our benefits include: •All active staff and their eligible partners/dependents are entitled to free standard class leisure travel on Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Arriva Rail London, Grand Central and NEXUS•Active staff are also entitled to residential and duty standard class travel on all of the above services•Defined Benefit Pension Plan •Arriva Village - access to online benefits and discounts •Cycle to Work Scheme •Employee Assistance Plan •Physio Line - We offer complementary 24-hour physio for everyone •Health Shield - Health Shield provides an affordable healthcare cash plan offering a wide variety of benefits including dental, optical, and physiotherapy•Eye Care - You’re entitled to free eye tests and if you need glasses for computer use we will pay up to £ towards your lenses and frames•We offer 25 days annual leave as well as statutory holidays•Flexible working •Support - Peer Support, Samaritans, and Railway ChaplainsAt Arriva we acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success..