Shunting Yard Operator (Lateral Entry), Mobility Program with Bonus, Upper Austria
- Upper Austria
- Full Time
In the Operations division, we ensure that train and shunting services are carried out safely and punctually, while keeping our customers fully and promptly informed.
Support us as part of the mobility program for 3 years in Upper Austria. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to work in Vienna/Lower Austria or Styria again.
Your Training
For the shunting locomotive driver training, we need safety-conscious and responsible employees. After 9 weeks of theoretical training in shunting, you will complete a 6-month practical assignment in your region, learning from and alongside experienced colleagues. Following this, you will receive further training lasting 26 weeks to become a locomotive driver. Upon successfully completing your training and after an intensive regional induction, you will independently take on tasks in shunting, contribute to an optimal shunting process, and help ensure safe and punctual rail traffic throughout Austria.
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Tasks that will inspire you:
- You will couple wagons, uncouple connections to form trains, and brake and secure the wagons.
- You will set switches and operate other technical and electronic equipment.
- You will carry out shunting movements with the traction vehicle.
- You will take over shunting management and supervision during shunting operations in stations and on open tracks, and assign tasks to the shunters in your team.
- You will exchange operational information with your team colleagues.
- You will ensure compliance with safety regulations throughout the shunting process to guarantee safe and punctual operations.
Expectations you meet:
- You have completed vocational or school education (apprenticeship, technical school, high school diploma, etc.).
- You are in good physical condition.
- Personally, you impress with a high sense of safety and responsibility.
- You enjoy working in a team and in shift work.
- You are flexible and maintain an overview even in stressful situations.
- Your German language skills are sufficient to communicate effectively with colleagues via radio.
- You have already completed your mandatory military or alternative civilian service or are exempt.
An offer that will convince you:
- Comprehensive and practical training lasting several months.
- Independent work with decision-making authority.
- Accommodation and meals provided during training as needed.
- A varied job primarily conducted outdoors, along with friendly and helpful colleagues.
- For the "Shunter in Training" role, a minimum salary of €38,351.88 gross/year is provided. After completing the training and upon taking up the role of "Shunting Locomotive Driver," the salary is at least €48,430.90 gross/year. Additional performance-based allowances averaging €850 gross/month are possible.
- See here for salary and career development opportunities as a shunting employee.
- After fully completing the training, it is possible to reduce working hours to part-time, depending on agreement.
- For the duration of our mobility program, depending on your travel time, you will either receive an additional mobility bonus of €4,000 to a maximum of €14,000 gross per year or be granted between 8 and 28 additional days off per year. Furthermore, accommodation will be provided.
- Possible work locations in Upper Austria include Linz, Wels, etc.
- With a 12-hour shift model, you will only work 3-4 times during your working week (Mon-Sun) and enjoy more free time due to fewer commutes to work.
If your application documents convince us, the first steps toward your future career as a shunting locomotive driver will include completing an e-learning course, a knowledge assessment, attending a selection day, and undergoing psychological and medical examinations. For more information on the application process, click here.
Your Application:
Please apply online with the following complete documents:
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of your highest completed education (e.g., apprenticeship certificate, high school diploma)
- Internal applicants should ideally also include their SAP applicant extract
Women are an indispensable part of our success and corporate culture. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women, who will be given preference in the event of equal qualifications—taking into account the relevant framework conditions of all applications.
Please note that a criminal record certificate must be submitted as part of the hiring process.
Contact Persons
For technical questions regarding this job posting, please contact Helena Hauer, +43 664/88674467.
For general questions about the application process, our ÖBB Recruiting Team is available at +43 5 1778 97 77888.
About the Company:
Since 1923, ÖBB has shaped mobility in Austria and is responsible for modern infrastructure as well as the transportation of people and goods.
A career at ÖBB is not only diverse but also meaningful: As the largest climate protection company in the mobility sector, we keep all of Austria moving, drive the Austrian economy forward, promote innovation, and are a reliable, responsible employer. We support our employees in their professional and personal development, implement measures for their health, and together we create a corporate culture characterized by appreciation and respectful collaboration.
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