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Southeastern Railway

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy

AI generated summary

  • You must join the BPS RQTU, evaluate behaviors, understand recruitment legislation, learn Home Office guidelines, communicate effectively, work under pressure, and handle sensitive information responsibly.
  • You will screen candidates, run assessment centers, attend career fairs, arrange interviews, participate in panels, conduct pre-employment checks, and issue contracts.

Requirements

  • Willing to become a member of the Register of the British Psychological Society’s Qualifications in Test Use (RQTU).
  • Be able to critically evaluate behaviours and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate best practice and legislation relating to Recruitment & Assessment techniques.
  • Show or be willing to learn the required knowledge of Home Office guidelines for preventing illegal working.
  • High standard of communication, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, including managers, to explain complex information.
  • Must have experience of working to tight deadlines and the ability to work well under pressure with little supervision, prioritising appropriately and pro-actively.
  • Must be able to work independently and achieve individual goals, coupled with excellent team working skills and flexibility in approach to work.
  • Must have a good awareness of the broader impact of potentially sensitive information and the ability to deal with it appropriately and responsibly.

Responsibilities

  • This is an excellent opportunity to join the recruitment and assessment team and to play a pivotal role in the recruitment and selection of staff across the business, but with a focus on the Train Services and Engineering division. This will include the recruitment for Train Drivers, Train Movement Apprentices and Engineers.
  • This is a varied role, where you will be screening candidates, running assessment centres, attending career fairs, arranging interviews and, when required, being part of interview panels as well as being responsible for all pre-employment checks and issuing contracts.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we allow remote work in a hybrid format, with a maximum of 2 days a week working from home.

Is experience in recruitment necessary for this role?

No, experience in recruitment is beneficial but not essential.

What qualifications are required for the Recruitment & Assessment Officer role?

Willingness to become a member of the Register of the British Psychological Society’s Qualifications in Test Use (RQTU) is required.

What type of roles will I be recruiting for?

You will be focusing on recruiting for positions such as Train Drivers, Train Movement Apprentices, and Engineers within the Train Services and Engineering division.

What are the working hours for this position?

The specific working hours are not mentioned, but the role involves working under tight deadlines and can require flexibility.

Will I need to attend career fairs?

Yes, attending career fairs is part of the role.

What are the key skills required for this position?

Key skills include high standards of communication, ability to evaluate behaviors, organizational skills, flexibility, teamwork, and the capability to work independently under pressure.

Are references and background checks required for employment?

Yes, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, right to work verification, a basic criminal record check, and a pre-employment medical assessment.

What benefits are offered with this role?

Benefits include a final salary pension, 25 days annual leave allowance (plus bank holidays), and free rail travel across our networks.

Is there a possibility that the office location will change?

Yes, there is a possibility that the office location may move somewhere else on the network in 2025, likely to Ashford.

Can I apply if I don’t have an HR background?

Yes, while experience in recruitment is helpful, it is not a strict requirement, making it possible for candidates without an HR background to apply.

When will the application close?

The vacancy may close early if a large number of applications are received, so it's advisable to apply early.

What is Southeastern’s commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Southeastern is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Scheme, ensuring that applicants from these backgrounds receive interviews if they meet the minimum criteria for the role.

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Southeastern Railway

Transportation
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Southeastern runs train services into London from Kent and East Sussex, operating some 1600 trains a day, carrying more than 400,000 passengers each weekday, serving 180 stations and covering 450 miles of track. We operate one of the busiest networks in the country including the UK’s first domestic high speed service with Javelin trains. SOUTHEASTERN is owned by SE Trains Ltd, a subsidiary of the Department for Transport’s public sector owning group, ‘DOHL.’ DOHL has responsibility for three rail companies, LNER, Northern Trains Limited and SE Trains.