Join us to play a pivotal role in advancing our training and competence assessment programs, ensuring our drivers meet the highest standards of safety and performance.

We are seeking a dedicated professional to develop, design, and implement competence assessment and training programs using simulation technology. This role ensures compliance with current Railway Group and Company Standards, obtaining necessary approvals and validations. Additionally, you will develop and manage company-specific systems for Driver Simulators, overseeing their daily operations and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Simulator Operations: Ensure smooth daily operations and compliance with standards.
• Innovate Training Programs: Design and deliver engaging simulator-based training and assessments.
• Maintain Precision: Keep accurate, auditable training records.
• Elevate Skills: Train and assess simulator operators to uphold high standards.
• Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with Driver Management and Training teams.
• Grow and Audit: Manage your professional development and participate in safety audits.

Please find our role profile here for more information.

Benefits include:

• Railway pension scheme
• Free travel on Avanti West Coast for you/spouse/partner/dependents
• Privilege Travel card (75% off other train operators fares for leisure travel)
• 30 days holiday rising by 1 for every completed year of service to a maximum of 37 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 10 free journeys on other First Group Train Operator

At Avanti West Coast, we value the differences that make each of us unique! Avanti West Coast recognises the benefits of building a diverse workforce and employing people from diverse backgrounds, which includes their race, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability and sexual orientation.

Everyone who joins Avanti West Coast becomes part of our close knit team. We're committed to ensuring that Avanti West Coast is inclusive, a place where people are encouraged to be themselves, and not an edited version to fit in. A place where differences are welcomed, recognised, accepted and put to good use!