Jacob Starks
Worksop,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Highly dedicated and experienced Train Driver Instructor with over 9 years experience. Known for enhancing operational safety and driving standards. Delivered comprehensive training, safety briefings, route briefings to both qualified and trainee train drivers. Highly skilled in mentoring new drivers and fostering culture of continuous learning and development. Committed to providing excellent customer service, ensuring passenger comfort and maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations and schedules.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Train Driver Instructor
Northern Rail
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
04.2022 - Current
- Achieved a safer work environment by regularly conducting safety briefings/training.
- Carrying out route competency sign offs, traction conversion courses and depot induction courses for new trainee drivers.
- In addition to carrying out train driver duties I also complete practical assessments on other qualified drivers.
- Ensured optimal performance with rigorous adherence to safety standards and regulations.
- Provided constructive feedback to enhance train driver competence and confidence on the job.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes to railway rules and regulations, improving compliance across the board.
- Liaising between train drivers and the train driver management team.
Train Driver
Northern Rail
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
10.2015 - 04.2022
- Ensured passenger safety by adhering to strict driving protocols.
- Performed routine checks on train equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Managed emergency situations calmly, prioritising passenger welfare.
- Conducted pre-departure checks meticulously to ensure smooth journeys.
- Kept abreast of changes in rail regulations for compliance purposes.
- Demonstrated time management skills by adhering strictly to schedules.
- Worked within a team environment, contributing towards operational success.
- Maintained focus and situational awareness of conditions on train networks to guarantee smooth train operations.
- Following track signalling, safety and speed instructions.
- Speaking with control centres/signallers along the route.
- Liaising with conductors and utilising my customer service skills when required to keep passengers informed and updated.
Railway Track Technician
Network Rail
Retford, Nottinghamshire
09.2009 - 10.2015
- Track technician as part of a track maintenance team.
- Ensured safe railway operations by conducting regular track inspections.
- Provided a link between track operatives and track team leaders.
- I was responsible for helping to maintain, inspect and repair the track infrastructure around Retford and the surrounding areas.
- Performed maintenance on railway tracks, resulting in smooth and efficient train journeys.
- Sometimes working as part of a team on larger projects other times working alone when carrying out a track inspection.
Education
Level 3 - Assessing Competence in The Work Environment
Pearson Edexcel
Northern Rail 04.2022 - 03.2023
GCSE - English
AQA
Valley School, Worksop 06.2008 - 06.2008
GCSE - Mathematics
AQA
Valley School, Worksop 06.2008 - 06.2008
NVQ Level 3 - Railway Engineering
City & Guilds
HMS Sultan, Gosport 09.2009 - 08.2012
GCSE - English Literature
AQA
Valley School, Worksop 06.2008 - 06.2008
GCSE - Science
Edexcel
Valley School, Worksop 06.2008 - 06.2008
NVQ Level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations
EMTA
HMS Sultan, Gosport 06.2010 - 06.2010
Level 2 - Leadership
ILM
VT Flagship Engineering Academy 01.2012 - 01.2012
GCSE - Leisure & Tourism
AQA
Valley School, Worksop 06.2008 - 06.2008
BTEC Level 3 - Engineering
Edexcel
VT Engineering Academy 07.2010 - 07.2010
A-Levels - English Language
AQA
Worksop Post 16 Centre 06.2009 - 06.2009
GCSE - Physical Education
Edexcel
Valley School, Worksop 06.2008 - 06.2008
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Experienced assessor
- Excellent prioritisation skills
- The ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team
- Communication skills
- Extensive knowledge of UK railway rules and regulations
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Situational Awareness
- Self-discipline
Timeline
Train Driver Instructor
Northern Rail
04.2022 - Current
Level 3 - Assessing Competence in The Work Environment
Pearson Edexcel
04.2022 - 03.2023
Train Driver
Northern Rail
10.2015 - 04.2022
Level 2 - Leadership
ILM
01.2012 - 01.2012
BTEC Level 3 - Engineering
Edexcel
07.2010 - 07.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations
EMTA
06.2010 - 06.2010
Railway Track Technician
Network Rail
09.2009 - 10.2015
NVQ Level 3 - Railway Engineering
City & Guilds
09.2009 - 08.2012
A-Levels - English Language
AQA
06.2009 - 06.2009
GCSE - English
AQA
06.2008 - 06.2008
GCSE - Mathematics
AQA
06.2008 - 06.2008
GCSE - English Literature
AQA
06.2008 - 06.2008
GCSE - Science
Edexcel
06.2008 - 06.2008
GCSE - Leisure & Tourism
AQA
06.2008 - 06.2008
GCSE - Physical Education
Edexcel
06.2008 - 06.2008
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