Crossing Keeper - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Network Rail

Network Rail

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

Crossing Keeper - Grade - Bishton LC

Location:

Cardiff, GB

Department Name:

Wales & Western Region

About Network Rail:

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We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit.

If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.

Brief Description:

Crossing Keeper - Grade 1**Controlling and maintaining crossing barriers, you'll keep Britain's railways moving and the public safe. Put simply, you'll make sure passengers and freight get to where they need to go, safely and on time, every time.

About the role (External):

As a guardian of safety and good communications on the railway, you'll ensure the safe passage of trains.

Maintaining the highest standards in every action you take, you'll make sure each decision is thought through, following clear, calm and methodical analysis.

Even under pressure, your standards will never slip.

You will work on a shift basis.

As the focal point of railway operations in your assigned area, you'll be expected to take the lead in your duties during your shift.

That means you'll take command of situations, with an assertive approach and clear communication.

The role of Signaller requires flexibility as you will be required to work on a rotational shift basis to ensure maximum coverage of our railway.

As the focal point of railway operations in your assigned area, you'll be expected to take the lead in your duties during your shift.

That means you'll take command of situations, with an assertive approach and clear communication.

Essential Criteria

The ability to concentrate for long periods
A calm, methodical and precise approach to your work
Excellent communication skills
Good hearing and eyesight, with satisfactory colour perception
Your own transport, so you can reach your base day and night
Able to assess situations and consider the impact of your decisions
A highly conscientious worker
Willing and able to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
Must meet required online testing benchmark

Salary:
£26,485
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We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.

In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours.