DB Group

Introduction

DB Cargo UK are currently recruiting for a Team Member to join our Breakdown & Recovery department based at our site in Wigan, with the role being responsible for assisting the Breakdown & Recovery team when dealing with derailments or incidents on the UK rail network. 

Breakdown & Recovery is a national service, providing safe ad efficient restoration of normal running conditions on the rail network following an incident. As a Breakdown & Recovery Team member you'll be working to the instruction of the Breakdown & Recovery Supervisor at all times.

This position is based at Wigan, however due to this being a national service, you may be required to travel around the UK as and when required.

What will you be doing?

Assist the Breakdown & Recovery Supervisor and the wider team when arriving at a derailment or incident on the UK’s rail network.

Create a safe working environment in the depot and when on site 

Manual handling of packing materials and jacking equipment 

Undertake cutting/welding tasks as competence permits 

Carry out maintenance in the depot to ensure that equipment is safe and stored correctly 

Ability to utilise down time in the depot effectively 

The Breakdown & Recovery Teams are required to work shifts covering a 24/7 period including bank holidays, weekends and nights.

This position is 42 hours per week. Please email the Talent Acquisition Team for a copy of the roster.

What are we looking for?

You will have a strong desire to learn and develop professionally, using open thinking and have the ability to adapt to new ways of working.

You will have strong communication skills and feel comfortable and confident working both alone, and in a team.

You must possess a positive working attitude

You will also have good basic IT skills

A full manual UK driving licence is required for this position. 

Benefits 

In return, we offer a staged salary starting at £26,565.00 per annum (inclusive of allowances)

Training provided by DB Cargo UK such as Personal Track Safety (PTS), Recovery Training and First Aid. 

Access to our Employer Assistance Programme

Enhanced pension (over auto enrolment)

Access to our benefits portal to get discounts on a number of big brands