GTR
Shunter Driver – Brighton Depot – Future Opportunity
All shifts available, but could potentially be night shifts only.
Looking for a Career That Keeps Moving?
Have you ever considered a career in the railway industry?
At GTR, we’re proud to keep millions of passengers moving every year, and we’re looking for safety-focused, motivated individuals to join our team as Shunters at Brighton Depot.
Whether you’re already working in a safety-critical environment or looking for a new challenge with genuine long-term career prospects, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Why Join GTR?
Rail offers stability, development, and progression opportunities that few industries can match. As the UK’s largest train operating company, we’re committed to investing in our people and helping them build rewarding careers.
We’re passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are particularly keen to encourage applications from women and those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
About the Role
As a Shunter Driver, you’ll play a vital role in the safe movement, preparation and positioning of trains within the depot, helping ensure our fleet is ready to deliver a reliable service for our customers every day.
This is a highly safety-critical operational role where attention to detail, situational awareness and clear communication are essential. You’ll be in constant radio contact with colleagues and will need to remain focused and adaptable as priorities can change quickly.
Please note: This role is approximately 90% shunting activities.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience or awareness of working in a safety-critical environment
- Strong communication skills and confidence using radio communications
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
- A proactive and safety-conscious approach
- Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced operational environment
Ready to Start Your Railway Career?
We’re recruiting for both current and future vacancies, so if you’re looking to build a long-term career in a dynamic and rewarding industry, we’d love to hear from you.
Please review the Job Profile and Safety Critical Requirements before applying.
Please note: Due to high levels of interest, applications may close early once the maximum number of applicants has been reached.
Shunter- Driver Job description.pdf
