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How many Point Attendant jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 1 Point Attendant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Point Attendant do?

Railway controllers and signalers operate signals and points that help make sure trains run safely and on time. They operate from a signal box in order to control the order and movement of trains and ensure safety at all times.

Tasks required include:

• Provides crews for breakdown trains, allocates relief and replacement crews as necessary, keeps crews informed of any line repairs or restrictions, and checks train running times for punctuality.
• Examines schedules and decides priority of movement of trains, monitors movement of trains and issues instructions to drivers, signal operatives and level crossing keepers.
• Operates signals and opens and closes barriers at level crossings as required.
• Examines shunting instructions, uncouples wagons and coaches, guides movement of carriages using manual points and wagon breaks, links-up carriages, ensures security of couplings and reconnects brake and heating systems.
• Assists drivers in the operation of diesel, diesel-electric, electric and steam locomotives.
• Checks loading of tubs and carriages, and informs driver of load distribution and any special features of route.

What are the entry requirements for a Point Attendant?

There are no formal academic entry requirements. Candidates may be required to have good hearing, eyesight, and normal colour vision and pass a medical examination for entry to some posts. Training is initially undertaken in training centres, followed by practical experience on-the-job. NVQs/ SVQs in Rail Services are available at Level 2 and 3.