A scotrail driver who failed a drugs test after his train derailed has resigned the day before a disciplinary hearing, it was revealed yesterday. Train driver psychometric test and assessment centre. Evaluating technological solutions to support driver only. You must pass all stages of the training and complete a personal track safety pts certificate to fully qualify as a train driver. Check out our online resource for all you need to know to make the grade. Scotrail unveils fleet of high speed trains evening express. Trade union, the tssa, claimed victory in its long running dispute with scotrail over the role of driver train managers. Scotrail has become the first train operating company in britain to publish data on the types of trains and their carriage lengths in real time the scottish operator has joined forces with realtime trains, a rail information provider, to give passengers live information on what carriages along with which of its rolling stock its services are running. Theres other parts to the job as well though, including the technical elements checking all the equipment before a journey, and.
With extensive training and development for our colleagues, there has never been a better time to join us. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover dr michelles connections and jobs at similar companies. You must pass the tests in any recruitment process in order to progress to the next stage. Ask a question about working or interviewing at scotrail. Trainee train driver interview with scotrail railuk forums. The main purpose of a driver is to operate a train safely and in such a way as not to cause risks to your train or any other trains or personnel on the railway. Trainee drivers between 18 and 21 may be able to work in yards and depots away from passenger lines.
Thats the extent of scotrails involvement in the day they forgot half a train, failed to inform its passengers and. Scotrail the train is taking the strain once again on the glasgow central to carlisle route via kilmarnock. Scotrail staff sent insulting rejection letters over driver. Dtms have been working to rule since august after scotrail tried to force them to cover up to three drivers shifts a week in addition to their normal job. Viewing 11 posts 1 through 11 of 11 total author posts april 26, 2017 at 6. I believe that the underpinning knowledge which drivers have to have equates to more than a degree, says whelan, who points out that train drivers are currently graded at national vocational qualification nvq levels 2. Scotrail news, views, gossip, pictures, video daily record.
This is a multifaceted task and involves rigorous adherence to a set procedure. As train drivers our shifts are 10 hrs long and we all work 4 days on a rolling week. The shifts can be long and you are on your feet all day. After a short spell as a kids entertainer conducting parties and bouncy castle hires, i have decided to seek full time. This is a competency based interview that explores your suitability for the role of a train driver. Scotrail withdraws new trains over defective brakes. What happens to the train drivers who experience suicides. You could be part of the scotrail team and help to deliver great experiences for our customers and scotlands growing railway network. Scotrail first toc to publish real time train data scotrail is the first passenger train company to publish data on its rolling stock types and carriage length. Heres more on their salaries how much do train driver. A free inside look at train driver interview questions and process details for other companies all posted anonymously by interview candidates. Hiring process background check benefits interviews office locations.
Sep 17, 2015 scotrail to hire 100 new train drivers. What are your views on scotrail staff as a customer, give an honest answer. Abellio scotrail, operating services under the name scotrail, is the dutchowned national train operating company of scotland. Trains were busy at the start of the week despite advice to limit travel to essential journeys only. Mar 09, 2016 train driver interview questions shared by candidates. During the train driver selection process you will be required to undergo two interviews. Spitting, verbal abuse and offers of violence are not uncommon and ive been in court twice in a year. Scotrail driver who failed drugs test after derailment. This is their plea to you to stop and think before taking risks. Unions attack scotrail for patronising train driver job rejection letters scotrail has been criticised by railway unions for sending a rejection letter to train driver applicants perceived to have been shocking and patronising. Kenneth barclay trustee glasgow vintage vehicle trust. They told me this will last approx 15 20 mins and i will be asked about 3 things, my motivation for working with the company, previous experience and work related examples.
The decision to withdraw the recentlyintroduced trains was a result of one suffering a brake fault on the line at winchburgh, which blocked the line. Apr 26, 2017 welcome forums recruitment advice trainee train driver interview questions this topic has 1 reply, 5 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 10 months ago by admin. Oct 21, 2015 emails sent to unsuccessful candidates who applied for a job as a train driver have been branded insulting and patronising by union bosses. This page will go through some of the different tests that you can expect as a part of your train driver recruitment process. Changes to flights, trains and buses coronavirus the latest update. Even a degree is nothing compared with the ongoing assessment needed for a train driver. Train driver former employee perth and kinross 30 august 2018. Scotrail passengers have been hit by a fresh blow after a new fleet of electric trains were taken out of service over defective brakes. Merseyrail said that when a driver experiences an incident like this and requires time off work. As you may have guessed, the primary role of the train driver is to operate the trains they run, attempting to keep to a strict schedule as best as possible whilst keeping their passengers and their cargo safe.
And bearing in mind different faults can occur on the train. Prior to october 2004 trains were run by scotrail national express. The thing is you have to be vigilant for speed limits, signals, even though you get a buzzer or gong when approaching them, then there is a pedal to push every minute to stop the brake being. The public can be awful and any person thinking of trying this job should be aware of the level of abuse front line staff face. So how much do train drivers earn a year in the uk. Scotrail increases cctv coverage at stations railwaynews. This intensive online training course is ideal for anyone who wants to ensure that they are fully prepared for the train driver interviews. Oct 05, 2016 scotrail dispute resolved after staff accept deal over guards. They will ask you why you want to be a train driver and what qualities you can bring to the role so look at your job role now and try and fit that to a train driver s.
We previously told how the train operator took to social media last night to warn rail used of this mornings. All content is posted anonymously by employees working at scotrail. How the hsts are being transformed for scottish services. Train driver tests may be either online or at a train driver assessment centre or recruitment event, along with an interview. During the first interview you will be required to provide details and evidence of where you meet the core responsibilities for becoming a train driver. Unions attack scotrail for patronising train driver job rejection letters. View dr michelle osullivans profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community.
They will ask you why you want to be a train driver and what qualities you can bring to the role so look at your job role now and try and fit that to a train drivers. Everything from applying to train operating companies and interviews. Scots commuters fury as scotrail slammed as disgrace. First scotrail was a train operating company in scotland owned by firstgroup which operated the scotrail franchise from october 2004 until march 2015. You normally have to be at least 21 to become a train driver and work on the national rail network. Oct 21, 2015 scotrail staff sent insulting rejection letters over driver jobs. We have exciting career opportunities available around the country. Latest station opens as scotrail promises more trains. Tocs issued warning over driver mobile phone use a warning has been issued for train operating companies tocs to ensure that drivers do not use their mobile phones while operating a train, following an investigation into an incident last year when a passengers hand was trapped in a door. Trainee train driver interview questions traindriver. We have a success rate of 93% which means that 9 out of 10 students who use this module go on to pass the train driver interview. I will also send you related train driver information and promotional emails. If you fail that test you will not be a guard or driver ever.
Scotrail first toc to publish real time train data. You will complete a personality assessment and be invited to attend an interview with the line manager. Train tickets, travel information, train times and. On this webpage we have provided you with some advanced tips and techniques for passing the train driver criteriabased interview and the managers interview. Train driver interview questions and answers train. It was succeeded by abellio scotrail in march 2015. Mmi is typically more geared towards finding out your motivations for becoming a train driver, what you know about the role, what you know about the toc, why you want to join that particular toc. Welcome forums recruitment advice trainee train driver interview questions this topic has 1 reply, 5 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 10 months ago by admin. Scotrail dispute resolved after staff accept deal over guards. You need to pass all these checks in order to be successful in obtaining the. I have been shortlisted from my online application and i have a telephone interview booked for next week.
I have created this page where i list all the externally advertised train crew and related. Scotrail has been slammed as a disgrace this morning credit. Scotrail said there has been about a 75% reduction in passenger numbers, yearonyear. Sep 24, 2019 with the rise of rail fares, we take a look at where some of that money goes. Hiring process background check benefits interviews office. With first scotrail my duties involved train driving and i always ensured that the safety and comfort of my passengers was of paramount importance. What happens to the train drivers who experience suicides on the tracks. I guess this must be like how would you deal with a particular situation etc. Train driver interview questions structured and managers. With the rise of rail fares, we take a look at where some of that money goes. Scotrail announced an apology for severe delays on the platform, informing us to wait for further announcements and reminding us to claim delay repay. So we always without a sunday shift exceed the 35hrs week rule as a standard which has been agreed by our union aslef. Jul 28, 2011 this queensland rail video illustrates the impact dangerous behaviour has on train drivers that are simply trying to do their jobs.
Image caption scotrail is looking for train drivers at locations across. Plan your scotrail journey with our timetables and routes information. It operated most commuter and longdistance services within scotland as. Scotrail send out patronising rejection letter to train. Scotrail has been criticised by railway unions for sending a rejection letter to train driver. Train driver interview questions answers why do you want. Find train times and all information you need for your journey. Aug 28, 2007 i have been shortlisted from my online application and i have a telephone interview booked for next week.
This is the interview that you need to make sure youve really brushed up on the toc and show that you know everything about them. Feb 29, 2012 download my train driver interview book here. I believe that the underpinning knowledge which drivers have to have equates to more than a degree, says whelan, who points out that train drivers are currently graded at national vocational qualification nvq levels 2 or 3. A swiss freight train derailed in germany on thursday evening killing the driver after a piece of a bridge fell on the tracks. Unions attack scotrail for patronising train driver job. Im contracted to work 35hrs per week and on the 3rd sunday to work an additional 10hrs shift once a month. Train driver interview questions answers why do you want to become a train driver. An unprecedented recruitment drive has been launched by scotrail to create up to 100 new jobs for train drivers. The first interview is called a structured interview whilst the second one is called a managers interview.
Some people start off as conductors or passenger assistants and work their up by showing an interest in train driving. Get this page going by posting your interview experience. This is a conventional job interview, probably with an operations manager and a drivers depot manager. Abellio scotrail has infuriated staff after sending a standard letter to several. It only takes a second, and your information is anonymous. Sep 24, 2015,000 people chasing 100 train driver jobs. New and refurbished trains will need drivers to keep them moving. I ensured all duties were carried out safely and in accordance with relevant rules regulations and instructions, carrying out. Im delighted that so many people have applied to become a train driver with scotrail. A subsidiary of abellio, it has operated the scotrail franchise, taking over from predecessor first scotrail from 1 april 2015. They will ask you why you want to join the company, why you think you would be good at the job you are applying for and how you think you would fit in. Tait said the northeast route to aberdeen will be the first to receive the hsts for scotrail a strategic decision as they already run on the route operated by virgin trains east coast, coupled with the fact that srs haymarket depot, which will be. I worked for scotrail british rail for 33 yrs as a train driver before taking early retirement in dec 2016.
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