Train Driver and Team Member of Heritage Railway

The Royal Gunpowder Mills is a 170 acre site protected for its’ industrial heritage and natural history. Almost thewhole site is classed as a Scheduled Ancient Monument (SAM) and is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).  We open to the public to share the exhibitions and offer tours and activities. We run a schools programme that fits with the history of the site and the National Curriculum. We offer hire space and interesting environments for filming. The charity’s aims are to protect, preserve and enhance the special aspects of the site and to share the story of the industrial and social history, the science and the nature. 

• Our railway at RGM has been built and is run by volunteers, and it runs on site in beautiful natural and historic surroundings. We are looking for people to join the team and help on the open days by driving the trains and/or helping with the general running of the railway.

Full training given.

Come and join the team, volunteer in interesting surroundings and become a valuable asset to this amazing place.

What skills do I need?

We seek someone:

•     Who is able to communicate with the public in a calm, helpful and friendly manner.
•  Who is able to learn to drive the train and pass an assessment to show competency. You will be given the training required.
•   Able to keep to time allocations for the running of the passenger service.
•    With a willingness to be out of doors in variable weather conditions.
•   With the ability and willingness to understand and follow the rules/procedures to enable the visitors to enjoy their experience in safety and comfort.
•   Reliable, e.g. informing the relevant Royal Gunpowder Mills in good time, where possible, if not able to attend on any agreed days/times.

Interests

• Arts, Heritage and Entertainment

Activities

• Driving
• Practical Skills