MPV Driver Balfour Beatty

[oppy195]

Hey, I have been a qualified driver for the past 6 years, and looking for a change, don't mind where I work but have always wanted to get into a FOC !
I have recently applied for a role at Balfour Beatty and have an interview in the next few weeks, I have some friends who work for Balfour as fitters and such but don't know anyone who is an actual driver.
Would anyone be able to shed some light on what a 'normal' shift would be like? I understand the role is mostly nights and that's about it, have reached out to there interview team but have yet to get a response.
Finding it hard to find any information about the role at all.
any help would be majorly appreciated

 

[LCC106]

Could you ask your friends to put you in touch with the drivers there? Or ask them to ask questions on your behalf! Just thinking in the absence of any responses on here that may be your next best step.

 

[oppy195]

Could you ask your friends to put you in touch with the drivers there? Or ask them to ask questions on your behalf! Just thinking in the absence of any responses on here that may be your next best step.

Have asked about, but both are very new just wanted too see if anyone on here had any experience, will have another ask!

 

[westcoaster]

Is there a location as that maybe easier to pinpoint work.

My guess would be on the southern region operating MPV's on network rail contracts.
So leafall and sandite runs, and de icing the 3rd rail in the winter.

 

[oppy195]

Is there a location as that maybe easier to pinpoint work.

My guess would be on the southern region operating MPV's on network rail contracts.
So leafall and sandite runs, and de icing the 3rd rail in the winter.

Yeah mate it will be in the southeast, I’m guessing it would be more moving rail equipment around during the summer

 

[Trains101]

Where are the openings for Balfour Beaty train driver?

 

[NSEWonderer]

Tonbridge

Horsham

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Have you graduated recently or are graduating soon? Are you keen to start your career with one of the UK’s biggest construction companies? If you're searching for a graduate program that not only fosters your personal development but also offers a chance to collaborate with fellow graduates, Balfour Beatty is the perfect employer for you.

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

What you'll be doing

• Driver of specialist plant working on Network Rail Infrastructure.
• Reports directly to TGS (Track Geometry Services) Operations Manager
• Work in accordance with safety and standards procedures
• Drive/ Operate and maintain various OTM (On Track Machine) on behalf of our customer
• Conduct all pre-start safety checks using appropriate daily and weekly check lists;
• Respond to, assist and repair faults and failures (in line with training);
• Report all service faults and failures immediately both in writing and verbally to the control centre and line manager
• Liaise with our 24/7 control with regards to delivery related issues

Who we're looking for

For our Level 3 Apprenticeship, you’ll need 5 GCSEs or equivalent at passing grades. This programme offers a mix of practical experience and theoretical learning, with a focus on more technical or specialized roles to help you build expertise.

 

[Tunnelmann]

Interesting. Thanks for posting.

Does anyone know what the pay is like?

 

[Tunnelmann]

Hey, I have been a qualified driver for the past 6 years, and looking for a change, don't mind where I work but have always wanted to get into a FOC !
I have recently applied for a role at Balfour Beatty and have an interview in the next few weeks, I have some friends who work for Balfour as fitters and such but don't know anyone who is an actual driver.
Would anyone be able to shed some light on what a 'normal' shift would be like? I understand the role is mostly nights and that's about it, have reached out to there interview team but have yet to get a response.
Finding it hard to find any information about the role at all.
any help would be majorly appreciated

Hello mate, have you had your interview? How did it go? Any more info you can share regarding the role?

They have opened up a trainee/apprentice role for MPV operators now.

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