Rail Operator - London Gateway

GB Railfreight is currently recruiting 10 Rail Operators to join our growing team at London Gateway — one of the UK’s most advanced and rapidly expanding logistics hubs. Operated by DP World, London Gateway has seen significant ongoing investment, transforming it into a state-of-the-art deep-sea port and rail terminal. This development brings long-term career opportunities and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking, high-growth environment where innovation and reliability are key.

Working a shift-based roster across a nominal 37 hours per week, successful candidates will receive a basic salary of £39,873 per annum upon becoming competent, along with excellent staff benefits.

This is a hands-on, outdoors-based role — ideal for someone who enjoys being on their feet and working in all weather conditions. If you're someone who takes pride in physical work, values teamwork, and wants to be part of a safety-first, high-performing operation, this is a great opportunity to thrive.

At GBRf, we’re committed to delivering a safe, reliable, and best-in-class service to our customers — and we’re looking for individuals who share that drive and professionalism.

The successful candidates will perform train preparation on, marshal and dispatch trains in a safe, punctual and efficient manner in accordance with GBRf and Railway rules and regulations. Liaising with GBRf Train Managers (Drivers), signallers and contractor representatives you will ensure customer requirements are met, and trains are prepared efficiently, safely and on time.

To fulfil your duties a flexible approach to work is required. Our Rail Operators are required to book on at unsociable and often sporadic times, working year-round in all weather conditions. 

Full Rail Operator Training will be provided for this role by one of our industry leading Trainers. 

• Previous operational/Ground staff/shunting experience within the Freight industry would be desirable. 
• Experience in a safety critical role would be desirable. 
• Experience gained in a Customer facing environment would be advantageous. 
• Able to multi-task and make quick decisions for short notice changes to train plans.
• Ability to work independently and on your own initiative.
• Excellent and clear communication skills to relay important safety messages to your colleagues.
• Safety conscious and ability to remain calm in an event of an emergency situation.
• A clean full manual UK driving licence is essential.

Why join GB Railfreight? 

Benefits & Remuneration - You will receive a salary of £39,873 per annum. If you do not have the experience required, a training salary of £23,567 is on offer until you pass out as fully competent in the role. 

Healthcare package – Healthcare cover for a range of operations for you and a partner living at the same address as well as cover for a number of health care facilities for you and your dependents including consultations, scans, counselling, optical, dental, and therapy treatments.

Cycle to work scheme – Salary sacrifice scheme for bicycle purchase twice a year.

Denplan scheme – Salary sacrifice scheme for you and your partner.

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