The Train Driver

Full time freight train driver, part time poker player and web designer. All views my own.

[The Train Driver @TheTrainDriver]

@EastMidRailway I didn't go through them, was just confronted with a line of people at the top of the stairs when changing platforms @BTP were there too, they weren't saying anything. Use some common sense will you?

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

GBRf are delighted to announce three class 66 locomotives will be introduced to the UK Rail network from Sweden.

The locos T66 403/4/5 will become 66 790/791/792 and marks our continued growth & investment in its fleet.

https://t.co/hitbjGRume

[The Train Driver @TheTrainDriver]

@GBRailfreight supporting @svrofficialsite with a last minute request to move 18 wagons of track panels from Bescot to Kidderminster where they will be reused on the Valley. The aptly named 66763 is also there this week for driving experiences.

[The Train Driver @TheTrainDriver]

66766 after arriving at Bescot this morning on 6G50 from Wembley after an overnight possession, the first train to arrive after @GBRailfreight took control of the yard today.

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

We're delighted today to unveil the new livery adorning Class 50s 50007 & 50049, that will haul @PathfinderTours “The Terminator-Pheonixed” Railtour on Saturday.

Working with the #Class50Alliance these locos will add another layer to our capacity across the Rail Services sector.

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

Today marks the special unveiling of our two newly repainted Class 47 Locomotives, 47 739 & 47 749 "City of Truro". Repainted by Arlington Fleet Services at Eastleigh, these locos will be moved to Leicester where they will be based specially for GBRf Rail Services.

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

If you’re a qualified Train Driver and keen on joining a fast growing business, we have many vacancies across the UK that might interest you. We have opportunities in Peterborough, Southampton, Ipswich, London, Liverpool and many more...

https://t.co/qwqwRV1v2n

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

We are delighted to be collaborating with the #Class50Alliance by repainting heritage locomotives 50007 Hercules and 50049 Defiance in the latest GBRf livery. For further information about the partnership, please visit https://t.co/hitbjGRume

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

Not to blow one’s own horn 😏 but this week saw GBRf feature twice on the small screen. Be sure to watch MD, John Smith’s interview on Sky News if you haven’t already, using the link https://t.co/WC8IXS29CT

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

If you’re looking for a #freshstart in 2019, why not consider a future with GBRf? If you’re experienced and keen to join a fast growing business, we have a variety of Train Driver roles across the country from Tonbridge to Liverpool and many more... https://t.co/sMMIDve8tP

[GB Railfreight @GBRailfreight]

Have yourself some #MondayMotivaton and head over to our recruitment page to check out our variety of Train Driver vacancies. From locations like Cardiff to the West Midlands, there are plenty of opportunities for those with experience across the UK. https://t.co/sMMIDve8tP