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Railway On Track Machine Driver Operator
Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group —Kildare, County Kildare
- €40,000–€65,000 a year
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- Microsoft Outlook
- No experience needed
- Fuel card
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- From €70,000 a year
- Full-time
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- Leadership
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Railway On Track Machine Driver/Operator
Rhomberg Sersa Ireland Ltd —Kildare, County Kildare
- €40,000–€65,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- No experience needed
- Fuel card
Quick apply
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Railway On Track Machine Driver Operator

Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group -
Kildare, County Kildare

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Job details

Full-time
€40,000–€65,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Fuel card
Company pension
Private medical insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
No experience needed
Windows
Leaving certificate
Computer skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group
Location Kildare
Fulltime

Annual salary: 40,000 - 65,000 EUR
published till: 2026-06-07

Railway On Track Machine Driver / Operator

We are seeking to hire Driver Operators to join our Operations Team working on the On Track Machines (OTMs) across the rail network.

The successful hire(s) will drive and operate the OTMs as well as perform maintenance tasks during shifts, should those tasks be required. No prior experience in the rail industry is required as full training in how to drive and operate on the rail network will be provided.

Much of the work is carried out at weekends and nights and some working away from home will be required (company will facilitate with hotels etc).

A job offer to the successful candidate(s) is dependent on passing relevant Railway Standard Medicals and passing the required Psychometric Test and aptitude testing. These are standard requirements in the railway industry. You can read more about the requirements and the process involved in interviewing for this role on
https://ireland.rhomberg-sersa.com/en/howtobearaildriver

Rhomberg Sersa Ireland specialises in the rail industry. A member of the Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group (RSRG), we deliver track maintenance services (https://youtu.be/V-DfhAU4Jtc) to Irish Rail via the operation of On Track Machines (OTMs). We are a family owned company with family values, and our key priorities as a company are our clients and our staff, together with the wider railway sector. We work closely with our sister companies in 9 different countries, offering career development and training opportunities to all our staff. There is ongoing and significant investment in new and modernised equipment to maintain the existing fleet in Ireland, and multiple opportunities as the company continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for unsupervised safe movement of OTMs on the Irish Rail network in accordance with the Irish rules and regulations
Operate OTMs (tampers, ballast cleaners etc) in accordance with Railway Standards
Responsible for the front line maintenance of machines as well as faults and failures
Carry out certain aspects of maintenance and safety checks and assist specialist Fitter staff when fixing a machine breakdown or problem
Complete the required operator and maintenance duties as per the vehicle maintenance instructions and operator manuals
Maintain clear and open communications, verbal and written, with Control Room / Help Desk
Work to a safe and competent standard
Carry out emergency procedures as and when required
Be vigilant in observing all signals applicable to train and machine movements and immediately report any irregularities to the signalman concerned
Maintain route knowledge and adhere to any new standards and training

What you'll need to Succeed

Qualification Requirements:

A minimum of 9 years of education (up to Leaving Cert level)
In possession of a Full and Valid road vehicle driving license to be able to drive company vehicles

Desirable experience, skills and qualifications

Good knowledge of computer and phone skills, Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook
Flexible, honest, and punctual
Good Communication Skills a necessity
Willing to continue learning and undertake career-long training
Maintain a positive attitude and sense of professional pride
Able to perform weekend and night shift duties
Experience in working on diesel, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic plant
Holding a recognised completed or part completed apprenticeship in either Mechanical or Electrical discipline (Construction Plant Fitting preferable) would be an advantage
Mechanically minded
Team worker

Behavioural Competencies

Ability to analyse problems thoroughly and make good timely decisions (analysis and decision making).
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and across teams (team working).
Create and contribute to an environment whereby yourself and others are motivated to learn and develop (developing self/others)
Commitment to achieve results through determination and commitment, ability to keep going when things are difficult (drive).

Total Compensation:

Trainees start on €40K and after 9 months training work up to c.€65k per annum

Total Compensation Comprises Basic, Shift and Subsistence Payments
Company Van and Fuel Card
Mobile Phone and Laptop
Private employee medical insurance after six months
Company pension
Ongoing training and development
Excellent opportunities for career progression

Interested then please apply online now

Colette Fitzgerald
HR Manager

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