Tram Operators Wanted by Göteborgs Spårvägar AB

Göteborgs Spårvägar Aktiebolag · Full-time

Göteborgs Spårvägar, Göteborg, Sweden

About the Job Train to become a tram operator and join a proud and reliable company working to provide residents of Gothenburg with sustainable transportation. As a tram operator, you need good judgment and a calm approach while being able to handle a variety of traffic situations responsibly, always prioritizing safety and passengers. You must also be able to work irregular hours as our trams operate nearly around the clock, 365 days a year. We work hard to ensure a good work environment and are guided by our core values: safety, passenger focus, collaboration, and commitment. We offer a ten-week paid training program for tram operators, wellness benefits, 30 vacation days, and the opportunity to work in a future-oriented career that contributes to sustainable development. We look forward to welcoming you into our organization and involving you in our important work. About You Qualifications High school diploma or other education deemed equivalent by the employer Swedish driver's license with at least category B and completed probationary period Strong ability to read, understand, and express yourself in spoken and written technical Swedish, as this is a prerequisite for completing the training and being able to understand traffic and vehicle instructions Good health, including normal vision and hearing according to the Swedish Transport Agency's regulations (TSFS 2019:113) Meritorious Driving experience in city traffic, preferably from professional driving Documented work experience Experience from service roles or customer-facing positions Knowledge of the Gothenburg tram network Knowledge of languages other than Swedish We are looking for someone who is confident, responsible, and has good judgment. You are safety-conscious and understand the importance of following procedures, instructions, and safety regulations in your work. You work independently and take responsibility for your tasks. You are service-oriented, flexible, and able to stay calm even when circumstances change. Through professional conduct, you help our passengers feel safe and welcome. Our passengers expect good service and punctual tram service. Therefore, you need patience and be able to manage stress well even when traffic doesn't run as planned. The job involves significant personal responsibility for both the tram and passengers. To work as a tram operator, you must also meet the Swedish Transport Agency's medical requirements for safety-critical personnel. Instead of submitting a cover letter with your application, you will answer several questions related to the position. We will place great weight on your answers. If you advance in the process, we will request certificates and documentation supporting the information in your CV and your answers. Great weight will also be placed on personal suitability based on the requirements for safety-critical positions such as tram operator. To be offered a place in the training program, you must participate in and pass all parts of the recruitment process. The process includes an information meeting, interviews, work psychology tests, a visit to the depot, reference checks, health examination, and drug testing. We have multiple training start dates and recruit continuously. This means that a job offer may be made before the final application deadline. We are currently recruiting for a training start in January. This job posting is for full-time positions only. Probationary employment applies. During training, you will be employed on a fixed-term contract at a salary of 33,100 kr per month. After successful completion of training, there is an opportunity for higher placement on our salary scale if you can document prior work experience according to applicable criteria. You will receive more information about our salary scales during the recruitment process. Other We only accept applications through our recruitment system. If you have protected personal information, you should NOT apply via the system but instead contact the person responsible for recruitment to handle your application. To advertising sales and staffing and recruitment agencies: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment agencies and sellers of additional job postings. Göteborgs Spårvägar has contracted agreements. http://www.goteborgssparvagar.se/ About Us Göteborgs Spårvägar has kept Gothenburg moving since 1879. With 125 million tram journeys per year, we are today the largest public transport operator in the Gothenburg region. We work every day, year-round, to provide our passengers with safe and secure transportation to work, school, and leisure activities. Do you want to join us on our quality improvement journey toward world-class tram service?