YORKSHIRE DALES RAILWAY MUSEUM TRUST (HOLDINGS) LIMITED Bolton Abbey Station, Bolton Abbey, Skipton BD23 6AF www.embsayboltonabbeyrailway.org.uk CARRIAGE & WAGON FITTER Yorkshire Dales Railway Museum Trust (Holdings) Limited Post: Carriage & Wagon Fitter, Yorkshire Dales Railway Museum Trust (Holdings) Ltd Primary Responsibilities: To assist with the maintenance and restoration of the railway’s fleet of carriages and wagons. To work on assigned projects that have been agreed by the Carriage & Wagon Manager To work with other members of the department and other departments as needed to ensure safe, reliable and well presented rolling stock are available for use. To assist in performing suitable tasks related to Fitness to Run inspections. To shunt or undertake other suitable operational duties . Reporting to: Carriage & Wagon Manager Hours: Salary: 40 Hours per week. Some weekend and Bank Holiday work required Subject to negotiation. Start date: Subject to negotiation. YORKSHIRE DALES RAILWAY MUSEUM TRUST (HOLDINGS) LIMITED Registered Charity No 1116386 Registered Museum No 60 Company No 1420635 C&W Fitter – Performance Requirement Responsibilities (in addition to the Primary Responsibilities above) 1. To undertake maintenance tasks on the regularly used carriage fleet of British Rail Mark 1 and other stock. This will involve some level of autonomy in fault finding and rectification. Areas of work include (but not limited to;) a. Running & braking gear b. Electrical systems (24v & 230v) c. Carriage door & window maintenance d. Plumbing in catering vehicles e. Painting & varnishing f. Interior woodwork g. Steam heating systems h. Departmental wagons 2. To perform tasks related to periodical fitness to run examinations of carriages & wagons, and accurately record findings in the appropriate way. 3. To assist in restoration of all rolling stock under the remit of the C&W department. Areas of work include (but not limited to;) a. Metalwork b. Woodwork c. Painting d. Plumbing e. Electrical works f. Upholstery g. Flooring h. Heavier Engineering (bogies etc) 4. To work closely with the railway’s small team of paid staff and broader team of volunteers and to respect their varying levels of skills and fitness. 5. To lead & support teams of volunteers on certain tasks. 6. To follow all railway rules appropriate for the role. 7. To use railway resources and tools appropriately. There is a well provisioned workshop within the Embsay station site and all equipment is to be treated with respect. 8. To undertake relevant training when required. 9. Assist with covering operational roles where required and when competent to do so. Overall, the job is suitable for someone who likes to be hands on, investigate and fix problems and can take time to come to a thorough solution. The job is not suitable for someone who prefers to cut corners and pass problems on to others. Yorkshire Dales Railway Museum Trust (Holdings) Limited C&W Fitter – Performance Requirement & Person Specification Page 2 Accountability The postholder is accountable to the Carriage & Wagon Manager. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its staff and visitors. All staff are expected to share this same level of commitment. The role may require the post-holder to be in a position of responsibility with respect to young persons or to vulnerable adults and may, subject to requirements, require an enhanced Criminal Records check. The role of Carriage & Wagon Fitter is designated as a Safety Critical role, and the postholder is required to carry out safety critical activities. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Trust’s Medical Questionnaire Form and may also, at the Board’s discretion, be expected to undertake and to pass an appropriate medical examination carried out by the Company’s appointed Medical Practitioner. The role is also entitled to non-safeguarded “Priv Travel” on the national railway network for so long as such concession is granted to us. Yorkshire Dales Railway Museum Trust (Holdings) Limited C&W Fitter – Performance Requirement & Person Specification Page 3 Person Specification Essential Education / Qualifications/ Attainment Educated to at least GCSE standard (or equivalent) in at least English, Mathematics and Science. Special Knowledge or Training Experience of working on similar period railway vehicles. Knowledge of heritage railway operations. Restoration or repair of vintage rail vehicles or similar Comfortable using a wide range of power and hand tools in a safe manner. Experience Experience of working with volunteers. Understanding of the importance working in a safety critical environment. Specific Skills Proven record in promoting a positive and compliant Health & Safety culture. Promote a culture of inclusivity. Relationships Articulate and enjoy working with people. Be a positive ambassador for the Trust and the Railway. Personality To be positive in the face of problems and to be able to come up with solutions. Desirable Engineering qualifications. Welding or woodworking qualifications. Forklift driving qualification. First aider Experience of performing fitness to run examinations Existing Personal Track Safety certificate Experience in a heritage railway or mainline railway environment. Experience of fabricating replacement components in wood and/or metal. Knowledge of regulation applicable in a railway environment. Operational competence in at least one safety critical train operating role. Ability to read or produce technical drawings & schematics. An understanding of the suitability of different materials for different purposes. Yorkshire Dales Railway Museum Trust (Holdings) Limited C&W Fitter – Performance Requirement & Person Specification Page 4 Essential Desirable A passion for heritage vehicle restoration and appreciation of suitable restoration techniques and materials. Ability to work on own initiative to meet deadlines. Attention to detail. To respect company time, equipment and materials. To be able to ask for help when needed. Team player, with an ability to engage and motivate others. Ability to build effective working relationships at all levels, both within the railway and externally. Commitment to flexible working including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, unsocial hours as required by the demands and requirements of the job. Content with working outdoors in all weathers where necessary. Personal Qualities Other Possession of a driving licence. Yorkshire Dales Railway Museum Trust (Holdings) Limited C&W Fitter – Performance Requirement & Person Specification Page 5