Am I eligible for a

Train Driving Licence?

• To become a trainee train driver in the UK you must:
• Be 20 at the time of application and 21 to be awarded the licence (Currently being reviewed with plans to reduce the age to 18)
• Completed at least nine years' education (primary and secondary)
• Must be employd by a Train Operating Company (TOC)
• Successfully completed TOC basic training - eLearning can be a gret way to demonstrate to potential employers that you are motived to succeed. Successful study also demonstrates you are capable of studying and learning at a specific technical level. Find more details HERE.
• Passed the required medical examination
• Passed the required occupational psychological fitness examination

Psychometric Assessment

- If you are looking to start a career as a Train Driver, this assessment can be arranged priveately - Visit RCG and book today HERE

- For Train Operating Companies looking to arrange assessment to support Train Driver recruitment - Visit RCG and enquire today  HERE

Location Requirement

• Train Operators stipulate that applicants must live within 45 minutes to 1 hour maximum travelling time away from your depot.

You need to demonstrate the following skills:

• Great concentration skills
• Prioritising
• Risk awareness
• Good communication
• Self motivation
• Ability to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to operate and control equipment
• Knowledge of public safety and security
• Observation and recording skills
• Ability to work well with others and on your own
• Knowledge of the company you are applying for
• Able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Learn all about these skills, as well as how they apply directly to train driving, in our eLearning courses.

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