Current Vacancies

The East Lancashire Railway is constantly on the lookout for talented people to help it to keep this vital spark of British Heritage alight. Do you have what it takes to be a part of our family? See which positions are available below.

Diesel Traction Fitter

The East Lancashire Railway is looking for a Diesel Traction Fitter to join the Traction and Rolling Stock Department. The job will involve carrying out safety critical examinations, performing routine maintenance and other duties.

Salary per annum: £22,468

Reports to: Primary (Head of Traction & Rolling Stock Engineering) Secondary (T&RS Admin Manager) Tertiary (T&RS Director)

Position Term: Full Time (38 hrs per week) / 6 Month Probationary period

Holiday entitlement: 28 days per annum inclusive of Statutory Bank Holidays

Benefits: ATOC Travel Pass giving reduced fares on National Rail Travel (After 6 months), Company pension scheme.

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience of working on diesel traction units and diesel engines, mechanical drive equipment, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
NVQ Level 2 in mechanical engineering or equivalent preferred.
Experience of working to timescales and requirements and able to follow written instructions, read and understand basic system schematics.
Experience of working on Heritage Rail vehicles would be preferred, but not essential as training can be given.

General Responsibilities and Duties

The diesel fitter is required to undertake safety critical examinations on diesel traction units prior to entry into service, carry out routine maintenance on Company owned diesel traction and plant as per instructions provided.

This may include contract repairs to privately owned vehicles based on site or brought here for work to be undertaken.

Should a suitable candidate demonstrate a good aptitude to this role, and effectively carry out the duties as described below, there is a possibility of advancement to a supervisory role.

Specific Duties

To ensure diesel traction units are fit for service and details are recorded on examination forms provided, carry out any repairs required to ensure continued suitability for service. The candidate may require additional training and assessment prior to being given authority to sign off vehicles for service.
To log mileages and defects on the Company’s asset management system (HOPS)
To prepare air reservoirs for inspection by the Companies external examiner to ensure they are fit for further service under pressure systems regulations.
To notify Head of T&RS of any safety of the line concerns or any other issues that may impede the integrity of the traction unit to operate in a safe manner.
To check and monitor supplies of lubricants and coolants and to notify T&RS Admin Manager when we need to re-order.
Act on own initiative in the absence of Primary Manager and in conjunction and approval of Secondary Manager (and or his/her deputies) in accordance with the laid down requirements and prevailing workload.
Will be prepared to work in any other department as instructed to suit the needs of the business by reasonable request of the management. Some weekend working will be required to ensure we have engineering coverage for special events.

Special Duties

Adopt a safe working attitude and acquire a full knowledge of, and compliance with, relevant parts of the Rule Book, Safety Management System, Emergency Procedures and other company and departmental procedures.
Take reasonable care for the Health, Safety and Welfare of yourself and of other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions.
Do not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of Health, Safety or Welfare.
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Railways and Other Guided Transport Systems (Safety) Regulations 2006 and the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 so far as they apply to you and/or those you are responsible for.
Occasionally and/or when instructed to attend and take part in departmental meetings at the bequest of a Departmental Manager or Director.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 7^th October 2021 @ 17:00 hrs

Email applications and CV to: lee.kenny@eastlancsrailway.co.uk, we will send a conformation email to indicate receipt of your interest.

Download the Job Description here.

Finance Administrator/Cashier

Based in the heart of Bury, we are the East Lancashire Railway, a lovingly restored heritage railway which journeys for twelve miles through picturesque scenery from Heywood in the East to Rawtenstall in the North. Pre-Covid the railway was welcoming over 200,000 visitors a year with well-equipped stations complete with cafés, pubs, gift shops and a Transport Museum and plenty of things to see and do around the line.

The future is bright here at East Lancashire Railway. We have been resilient in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, and as demand begins to rise there is so much potential to be unlocked from our range of offerings, and as a non-profit making company any surplus is reinvested straight back into the restoration of our heritage traction and rolling stock.

Position Term: Full time 6 month contract with potential to be extended

The Role – Finance Administrator / Cashier

Reporting to the Financial Controller, as the Finance Administrator / Cashier you will support the Finance Team by providing timely and accurate financial information to ensure accurate accounting and tax processes in line with HMRC requirements, month end and payroll deadlines.

Your duties will include although will not be limited to:

Maintaining accurate financial records to final accounts stage, using accounting software, and providing monthly financial reports to the Board.
Managing and reconciling bank accounts, cashiering and making payments within the limitations of the cash flow.
Updating the weekly cash flow forecast.
Processing bank transactions on Sage.
Maintaining budgetary and financial monitoring systems.
Ensuring procurement procedures are adhered to.
Coordinating financial aspects of commercial activities in relation to income.
Processing sales invoices and chasing up outstanding debts.
Processing all aspects of payroll.
Maintaining filing systems.

Our Requirements – Finance Administrator / Cashier

Experience working in a finance department, using a computerised accounting system.
Accurate and timely data entry skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Pro-active, collaborative and flexible approach to problem solving.
Ability to work under pressure and to manage conflicting demands.

The Package

You will be based at our office in Bury, and you will benefit from:

Free travel on East Lancashire Light Railway services.
Company pension scheme.
Plenty of social activities.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 24th September 2021

All applications for this role are to be submitted via email to cath.richards@eastlancsrailway.co.uk, and strictly no agency calls or agency CV submissions.

Download the Job Description here.

Person in Charge (Volunteer)

ELRs P-Way Supervisor is looking for a PERSON IN CHARGE to support the team. Support will involve planning, scheduling, rostering and supervising. The role is specifically required on Saturday’s but mid-week support would also be helpful.

Person Specification

Ideally, the Person In Charge will have proven organisational and interpersonal skills with experience of working with volunteers and managing relationships. An Engineering/Mechanical background is advantageous but not essential as the main requirement for this role is project management. Safety critical information regarding projects will be provided to the Person In Charge by the P-Way Supervisor.

The post holder is required to have a valid UK driving license, a trailer license is preferable but training will be provided if necessary.

Responsibilities

Working with the P-Way Supervisor to plan and schedule work for the coming Saturday
Rostering Saturday volunteers

Being present on Saturdays to:

Assign tasks/morning team briefing
Ensure equipment available
Ensure clear written instruction available
Follow up with team on progress throughout the day
Monitor team and ensure tasks are undertaken safely at all times
Respond to team requests/requirements as necessary
Ensure equipment is locked away at the end of the day
Prepare written updates for handover to the P-Way Supervisor on Monday

These responsibilities may evolve if the successful candidate wishes to grow the role. The post holder can take on some tasks themselves should they wish to do so. ELR will fully support any training that the post holder and ELR may identify as necessary.

How to apply:

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to StaffLiaisonOfficer@eastlancsrailway.co.uk

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Buffet Department (Volunteer)

The East Lancashire Railway is looking for friendly, outgoing volunteers to assist in staffing our Buffets, both on the Platform and on the trains themselves. Duties will include serving the public in the buffets alone or as part of a team, keeping the buffets well stocked and tidy and generally assisting the buffet manager in the completion of their duties.

This position is voluntary and the railway is grateful for any time you can dedicate to the role. Training can be provided and no experience is necessary.

If you are interested in becoming part of the buffet team please contact us on julie.sindrey@eastlancsrailway.co.uk for more information.

This position is ongoing.

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