4 Train Drivers jobs in the United Kingdom

• 28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Company van & fuel card (home-start role)
• Pension scheme
• Career development support

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on locomotives at customer sites throughout the UK
• Diagnose and repair DC traction systems, generators, alternators, low-voltage and control circuits (24V–850V DC)
• Work on electro-pneumatic, electro-hydraulic systems, and auxiliary components
• Interpret and work from wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals
• Use diagnostic equipment: multimeters, insulation testers, laptop-based fault-finding tools
• Record all work via a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Work safely and independently, representing the company on-site with professionalism

• Experience maintaining freight, industrial, or heritage locomotives , particularly from the classes listed
• Strong electrical bias , with mechanical skills desirable
• Comfortable working independently in a mobile capacity
• Full UK driving licence (van and fuel card provided)
• Willing to travel extensively, with occasional overnight stays

• Competitive salary : c£48,000 DOE , plus overtime opportunities
• Fully equipped van , tools, fuel card, phone, and laptop provided
• Home-start role —no depot reporting required
• 36 days holiday (28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays)
• Pension scheme, health & wellbeing support, career development pathways

Qualified Train Driver
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Be the Power Behind Safer, Smarter Transport

At Nuclear Transport Solutions (NTS) , we don’t just move materials — we move the world toward a safer, more sustainable future. As a Qualified Train Driver , you’ll be at the heart of our mission, delivering critical transport services that support the UK’s nuclear decommissioning programme and global environmental goals.

This is more than a driving job — it’s a career with purpose, precision, and pride.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Qualified Train Driver, you’ll:

• Operate trains safely and punctually , supporting our customers and the wider DRS (Direct Rail Services) network.
li>Carry out train preparation, shunting, and traffic examination duties , ensuring every journey starts and ends with safety and efficiency.
• Maintain up-to-date route and traction knowledge , adapting to operational needs across the UK.
• Comply with all safety, security, and competency standards , including GE/RT8000 and our internal CMS.
• Drive road vehicles when required, supporting multi-modal logistics operations.
• Engage in continuous learning , attending training and development sessions to keep your skills sharp and your knowledge current.

What You’ll Bring

< i>A valid Train Driving Licence and proven experience in a safety-critical rail environment.
• Strong knowledge of rail industry operations , including safety-critical working practices.
• Ability to maintain Personal Track Safety (PTS) and route/traction competencies.
• A full, clean UK driving licence .
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly across regions.
• Medical fitness in line with GO/RT3251 standards, including drugs and alcohol testing.

Why Join NTS?

At NTS, we’re proud to be:

< i>Mission-driven – We support the UK’s largest environmental restoration programme.
• People-first – Our culture is built on Freedom , Helpfulness , and Drive .
< i>Inclusive and diverse – We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. You’ll be supported to bring your whole self to work.

We offer:

• Generous leave and flexible working options
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunities to grow within a global organisation

Ready to Drive the Future?

If you’re a qualified train driver looking for a role with real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Questions? Contact our recruitment team at

The company

We are the leading global provider of safe, secure and reliable nuclear transport solutions that make the world safer and more sustainable.As part of the UK’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, we support the largest environmental restoration programme in Europe, and we use our specialist transport and logistics expertise to help customers and partners around the world solve their own complex challenges.

Internal Transfer & Relocation Opportunities for Train Drivers and Train Person

Locations: Motherwell & Sellafield Depots

Are you a qualified train driver looking for a new challenge or a change of scenery? We currently have exciting opportunities available at our Motherwell and Sellafield depots and are inviting expressions of interest from existing team members for internal transfer and relocation .

Please note:
Due to the nature of operations at Sellafield, transfers to this location are open to non-PQA train drivers only .

Interested?

To register your interest in relocating, please contact Human Resources or David Robinson (NTS) .

For further information, feel free to reach out to Human Resources , David Robinson , or speak directly with your Line Manager .

The company

We are the leading global provider of safe, secure and reliable nuclear transport solutions that make the world safer and more sustainable.As part of the UK’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, we support the largest environmental restoration programme in Europe, and we use our specialist transport and logistics expertise to help customers and partners around the world solve their own complex challenges.