Are you ready to start a career in the rail industry and be directly involved in the recovery of locomotives and wagons on the UK’s rail network? We have an opportunity for someone to join our Breakdown & Recovery Team at our Hoo Junction Depot. Breakdown and Recovery is a national service, proving safe and efficient restoration of normal running conditions on the rail network following an incident. As a Breakdown & Recovery Team Member you’ll work to the instruction of the Breakdown & Recovery Supervisor at all times. This position is based at Hoo Junction, however due to this being a national service, you may be required to travel around the UK as and when required. Assist the Breakdown & Recovery Supervisor and the wider team when arriving at a derailment or incident on the UK’s rail network. Create a safe working environment in the depot and when on site Manual handling of packing materials and jacking equipment Undertake cutting/welding tasks as competence permits Carry out maintenance in the depot to ensure that equipment is safe and stored correctly Ability to utilise down time in the depot effectively The Breakdown & Recovery Teams are required to work shifts covering a 24/7 period including bank holidays, weekends and nights. This position is 42 hours per week. Please email the Talent Acquisition Team for a copy of the roster. You will have a strong desire to learn and develop professionally, using open thinking and have the ability to adapt to new ways of working. You will have strong communication skills and feel comfortable and confident working both alone, and in a team. You must possess a positive working attitude You will also have good basic IT skills A full UK driving licence is required for this position. You must be located within 60 minutes of Hoo Junction Benefits In return, we offer a staged salary starting at £26,615 per annum (inclusive of allowances) Training provided by DB Cargo UK such as Personal Track Safety (PTS), Recovery Training and First Aid. Access to our Employer Assistance Programme Enhanced pension (over auto enrolment) Access to our benefits portal to get discounts on a number of big brands