Simulator Manager, Hull

Permanent / 37 hours per week

£77,517 per annum, plus benefits package, including free and discounted rail travel (British and International), company defined contribution pension scheme, 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Also, non-contractual health cashback scheme, discounted shopping offer and 50% gym paid membership fees. 

Hull Trains is proud to be one of the UK's leading open-access rail operators, running seven daily services between Beverley, Hull and London King's Cross, with key local community stops at Cottingham, Brough, Howden, Selby, Doncaster, Retford and Grantham.

We're celebrating 25 years of quality service and not only that; we've also become a vital part of the Humber region as a transport provider, as well as a company that's deeply rooted in the communities we serve.

At Hull Trains, it's our people who set us apart. We're a local company made up of colleagues from nationwide delivering exceptional service every day. Many of our team have already progressed through the business to achieve senior roles and this is testament to the supportive, rewarding environment that we've created.

We are proud to champion equality, diversity and inclusion. Our workforce reflects this with 47% female colleagues across the entire organisation.

We're honoured to have the highest percentage of female drivers in the UK, and our ongoing efforts have been recognised with prestigious industry awards such as:

• Spotlight Rail Awards – Operator of the Year 2026
• Spotlight Rail Awards – Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Award 2026
• HR & Recruitment Team or Person – Rail Staff Awards 2025

Furthermore, we are proud to have an overall employee engagement score of 85% in our most recent survey which closed in May 2026, far exceeding the industry average of 71% and a reflection of the positive culture we have at Hull Trains.

With record-breaking passenger numbers, a cutting-edge, eco-friendly fleet and services which now exceed pre-pandemic levels, we're a company going from strength to strength and we're only just getting started.

Whether it's onboard or behind the scenes, every member of our team plays a vital role in driving our success and shaping the future of rail travel in our region. We're growing, we're thriving and we're looking for passionate people to come with us. If you're ready to be part of a progressive, award-winning team, then it's time to join Hull Trains.

Apply today to start the best journey you'll ever take…

We are recruiting for a Simulator Manager.

The purpose and objectives of this role are:

• Reporting to the Head of Driver Operations, the Simulator Manager will work alongside other managers within the Operations team to deliver high-quality Simulator Training to enhance operations at Hull Trains.
• To support Hull Trains in the development and delivery of their ETCS related Driver Training Simulator.
• Conduct simulated training sessions relating to areas of train driving competency, especially relating to out of course scenarios and/or seasonal preparation. This will include examinations and assessments of competence related to the training undertaken.
• Where required this role will also deliver practical handling training to train drivers.
• Assisting Hull Trains with the development and delivery of efficient, cost-effective training plans.
• Lead the introduction of the Training Simulator at Hull Trains to enhance their respective training, assessments and operational capabilities.
• Support the conduct of testing activities including data recording and video recording (for use in training sessions) and any associated report production. Support any post testing activity e.g., lessons learned sessions.
• Supporting Hull Trains with change management associated with the introduction of training simulators for the ECDP/ETCS project and the safety validation process application. Ensuring that the safety risks associated with change projects are identified, understood and mitigated prior to implementation.
• Support in the daily operational functions of the Driver team.
• As part of the management grade, there will be a requirement to form part of the on-call roster team and act as operational lead whilst undertaking these duties.

The knowledge or experience you will need:

• UK Train Driving Licence Holder.
• Vocational Training Qualification, or working towards.
• Coaching and Mentoring Qualification/experience.
• NVQ Assessor Qualification.
• Current operational competence as a train driver, with a minimum of 3 years' experience.
• Have or obtain traction competence in class 80X rolling stock.
• Have or obtain route knowledge as required by the Operating Companies, this will initially be Doncaster – London and associated diversionary routes.
• Understanding of ETCS principles: full understanding of Non-Technical Skills and Professional Driving
• Be an experienced and competent user of the Microsoft Office Suite of programs.
• Adept in the use of specialised technology and software packages. Previous experience in using Train Driving Simulators would be advantageous, but not essential.
• A good communicator, able to collaborate with others and work well in a team environment.
• Calm under pressure and able to respond to operational adverse events in a calm, professional and competent manner.
• Flexible to the needs of the business, able to work both on own initiative and work well in a team environment to achieve goals.

At Hull Trains we are committed to encouraging equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion at every level in our business, and ensuring an inclusive and open working environment. 

The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, to help us to better understand their needs and to deliver more creative and innovative solutions.