Overview

Qualified Train Driver – Sellafield – Sellafield

Role Profile: Train Driver – Sellafield

Salary Grade: Train Driver
Location: Sellafield

Why This Role Matters

You’ll be at the heart of keeping the UK’s nuclear industry moving safely and efficiently. As a Train Driver with NTS, you’re not just driving trains—you’re powering progress, ensuring critical materials reach their destination on time, every time.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Drive with precision: Operate trains safely and punctually to meet customer and company needs.
  • Stay compliant: Follow all rail standards (GE/RT8000) and company procedures.
  • Be safety-first: Work in a way that protects you, your team, and the environment.
  • Keep records straight: Complete reports and documentation accurately.
  • Stay sharp: Maintain route and traction knowledge, and keep up with all notices and publications.
  • Hands-on duties: Perform train prep, shunting, and traffic examinations when required.
  • Continuous learning: Attend training courses and safety days to keep your skills top-notch.
  • Security matters: Maintain SC clearance and follow all security protocols.

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualifications:

    • Train Driving Licence
    • Car Driving Licence
    • 21+ years old upon completion of training

  • Experience & Skills:

    • At least 2 years’ experience driving trains
    • Knowledge of rail industry standards and safety-critical practices
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Flexible approach to shifts and travel

What Makes You Stand Out

  • You’re calm under pressure and thrive in a safety-critical environment.
  • You love precision and take pride in doing things right the first time.
  • You’re committed to continuous learning and development.

Special Features

  • Must live within approx. 1 hour of the depot
  • Medical fitness required (including drugs and alcohol testing)
  • Flexible and willing to travel

Ready to keep the wheels turning?

Join us and be part of a team that moves the UK’s most important cargo safely and securely.

The company

We are the leading global provider of safe, secure and reliable nuclear transport solutions that make the world safer and more sustainable.

As part of the UK’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, we support the largest environmental restoration programme in Europe, and we use our specialist transport and logistics expertise to help customers and partners around the world solve their own complex challenges.

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