Signaller

VOLUNTEER
ROLE
DESCRIPTION

SIGNALMAN

START YOUR
VOLUNTEER
JOURNEY

Volunteers are the beating heart and soul
of our much-loved living museum.

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway offers a
wide range of experiences for those who love
history, trains, and a unique experience.
Volunteering presents you with the
opportunity to meet new people from all
walks of life. You’ll gain worthwhile skills, and
this can result in a real sense of achievement.
Around 1000 volunteers work in various roles
across the NYMR and they all bring something
unique with them.

Signallers, and 1:1 assessments to review your
progress. In addition, you will be required to
complete a written correspondence course of nine
units which allow you to become familiar with the
rules and regulations. Successful completion, as
well as a final written rules examination and a full
day practical box examination, will see you pass as
a qualified Signaller on the NYMR. We will ensure
that you receive appropriate support and advice
throughout.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ROSTER:
This is a rostered role where you will be able to
confirm your availability in advance.

WHERE YOU VOLUNTEER:
New Bridge (1 mile north of Pickering)
Levisham (YO18 7NN)
Goathland Station (YO22 5NF)
Grosmont Station (YO22 5QE)
Where you begin your volunteer journey may
depend  on where training places are available.
Trainee Signallers will not usually be able to begin
training at Grosmont.

TIME COMMITMENT:
We would be looking for a long-term commitment.
A turn lasts for up to 9 hours and we would expect
a minimum on average of at least two turns per
month. We operate seven days a week normally
between April and October. Special Events also
operate outside these times.

UNIFORM & EQUIPMENT:
A name badge and tie/scarf will be provided,
along with high vis waistcoat. We offer guidance
on appropriate dress for the role and how to
obtain these items.

WHAT NEXT?
If this is a role that you are interested in, please
complete an application form available on the
NYMR website www.nymr.co.uk/volunteer, and a
member of the Volunteering department will
contact you shortly.

CONTACT US:
Thank you for considering volunteering at the
NYMR. If you have any questions or queries you
can contact us via email: volunteer@nymr.co.uk

OVERVIEW OF SIGNALMAN ROLE

Our Signallers operate the signals and points to
enable our trains to run safely and on time. It is a
highly responsible role, and you will need to
maintain safety standards at all times, not only
when services are running normally but when
there is disruption too.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• becoming part of a friendly and dedicated team
• volunteering in a leading heritage environment
  and living museum
• learning new skills and taking on new personal
  challenges
• meeting new people and making new friends
• enjoying new experiences and gaining great
  personal satisfaction
• access to unique experiences, benefits, and
  discounts

We work hard to ensure that your volunteer
experience with us is enjoyable and rewarding.

WHAT’S INVOLVED?

• being a focal point of railway operations
• having control of a section of railway
• being part of the team who enable train services
  to run each day
• interacting with drivers, guards, duty controller,
  and others
• keep accurate records of events
• maintain attention during quieter periods

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• excellent communication skills
• a strong sense of responsibility
• conscientious with a positive attitude towards
  rules and procedures
• ability to work under pressure and make decisions
  in a timely manner
• good concentration and the ability to anticipate
  risk
• awareness of our visitors – whilst duties are not
  public facing, you’ll be a big part of the railway
  and occasionally need to assist visitors and
  answer questions

This is a safety critical role and subject to a formal
medical with the railway doctor.

TRAINING

All training will be provided to support you in
this role, including Personal Track Safety. You will
undertake taught classroom sessions, regular
training turns in the signal box with experienced