Please note: these are fixed term posts until December 2024.
Please note: secondments can be supported for internal applications.
Who we are
Join Our Journey – Together we will Make it Happen
Here at Transport for Wales Rail Limited, we are preparing for the future. We will be building new stations, introducing new trains, and transforming the rail network across Wales and the Borders. This brings opportunity – for Wales’s economy and for you.
Our vision is to create a world-class rail network that will enable Wales to prosper for generations to come. But achieving this depends on the quality of our 2600+ colleagues and the environment we create to allow them to succeed.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the new stabling facility at Barry Depot.
Are you self-motivated with a passion for customer service? Do you love meeting new people? Do you enjoy going the extra mile? If yes, then our Depot Supervisor role may be for you.
What you’ll do
Working at Barry Depot, you will be responsible for ensuring that our high customer service & operational standards are consistently met.
The Depot Supervisor is responsible for the safe control of all train movements within the depot confines, as well as all train services to and from the main line whilst supervising and organising the safe running and operation of trains at the depot.
Role responsibilities
- Responsible for all train movements within the depot confines, as well as all train services to and from the main line
- Responsible for the depot facility and people’s safety whilst on duty
- Relaying train information and liaising with TFW Control to prepare communication relating to train service arrivals & departures
- Notifying TFW Control of any disruption to service, including degraded or emergency situations
- Maintaining depot protection systems and associated safe procedures
- Relaying the relevant train information to Drivers, Technicians and Train Presentation Staff
- Maintaining a safe environment at all times
The skills you'll need
- To possess excellent communication skills
- To be calm under pressure
- To be able to work on your own initiative
- To be smartly presented, adhering to PPE regulations
- To be able to adapt and pick up new skills quickly
- To be conscientious and committed to going the extra mile
What else you'll need to know
We’re here for our customers, whenever they need to travel which means your shift lengths and patterns will vary – so you’ll need to be flexible in your working hours.
- Working 4 days per week with an average of 35 hours per week
- Your shift pattern will include a 3-shift rotation to provide 24/7 roster cover
- Working weekends & Bank Holidays
- There is also a service requirement for rostered Sunday working, that will form part of the agreed roster
Welsh Language Skills
The ability to speak/write Welsh would be advantageous to your application, but it is not essential for this role.
Transport for Wales Rail Limited supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support staff who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.
Equal Opportunities
At Transport for Wales Rail Limited we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales’s leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.
Next steps
Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached Job Description for further details.
This advert will close at midnight on 6th March. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.