Shunter (Shifts) - Nigel at Alstom

Purpose of the Job:

• Shunting Movement
• Train Movement
• Communications
• Safety operation (Hand Points) in the yard
• Compliance with EHS rules and work-related procedures
• Risk assessment, AZDP and being a Spotter

Key responsibilities include the following:

• Check shunt book to verify shunt movements to be made
• Ensure that u clearly understand the shunt movement that is requested
• Do the risk assessment before any train movement
• Ensure scotch blocks, red flags are removed prior the shunt move and are applied after the shunt movement to avoid train run away
• Attend the toolbox talk to obtain the information regarding safety and daily tasks
• Test the radios daily to ensure it is in working order before commencing duty
• Uses hand signals, colour flags, colour lights, whistle and the radios for communication during the shunting and the train movement
• Instructs the driver to perform the coupling and the uncoupling of the individual cars or train set
• Also, in charge of installing the emergency coupler in the train to be shunted
• Operates points (hand points) in the yard according to safety instructions
• Ensure to always remain positioned in a way that both driver and the track in front of the way can be seen.
• Ensure that the trans-border and turntable are clear from obstruction and that it is safe during shunting.
• Respect EHS rules and any work-related processes
• Report all the incidents and hazards to EHS/Supervisor
• Ensure to report any faulty hand points and shunting delays to your Supervisor
• Knowledge and understanding of air brakes.
• Ensure that all tools and machines are kept clean and in good condition

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Shunting Certificate
• Drivers Licence will be advantage, preferable Code 10
• Technical knowledge with 3 to 5 years’ experience preferable in railway industry, in shunting position