Scotrail Vehicle Presentation (Cleaning) - Nights

[captaincrash4]

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone had any experience in working nights on Vehicle Presentation for Scotrail? I have interviewed for the post and trying to weigh up if it would be a good move from my desk job. Looking at the long term benefits too for progression as I get the job isn't a glamorous job but wanted to see if someone could give me a little bit of insight to the actual job night to night and what shift patterns were like etc.

Thanks

 

[Journeyman]

I've not done that particular job, but I've done plenty of night shifts, and they're very hard work. I'd think very, very carefully before taking on permanent nights - it really will take over your life.

 

[mw1967]

I worked in Train Presentation but moved on a couple of years ago. Shift patterns have changed since then and I'm unsure what they are though I'm sure they're still dependant on where you are. I found night shift ok to be honest, but everybody is different. The work is hard going at times but not something I would let put you off. Progression can be difficult. The natural progression being moving into a Team Leader role, then it becones a bit of a dead end. Where are you applying for?

 

[hiall]

At a glasgow depot the hours are 2030-0530 or 2230-0530. All the guys and girls love it. It is job and done so you are away we'll before 0530. easy life with no pressures.

 

[captaincrash4]

I worked in Train Presentation but moved on a couple of years ago. Shift patterns have changed since then and I'm unsure what they are though I'm sure they're still dependant on where you are. I found night shift ok to be honest, but everybody is different. The work is hard going at times but not something I would let put you off. Progression can be difficult. The natural progression being moving into a Team Leader role, then it becones a bit of a dead end. Where are you applying for?

I applied for Haymarket in Edinburgh. I suppose my only real concern is I have a dodgy knee and wasn't sure how much climbing I would need to be doing for getting in and out of trains?

 

[captaincrash4]

At a glasgow depot the hours are 2030-0530 or 2230-0530. All the guys and girls love it. It is job and done so you are away we'll before 0530. easy life with no pressures.

Do you know if their shifts are consistent like all in a row and not 2 shifts on then 1 off etc?

 

[hiall]

I'll find out for you mate

 

[captaincrash4]

I'll find out for you mate

That's great. Any information about the job is appreciated. Thanks