During a recent Drivers Company Council Agenda meeting outline proposals were given regarding the CTRL Domestic Service, including the news that there will be a 395 Depot based at Faversham.
Some items may change as negotiations with the company are in progress.
Here are some snippets below:
Impact on Driver Numbers & Depots
Overall a small increase in establishment is expected.
Three new depots to be created dedicated to the operation of CTRL Domestic Service trains.
- Faversham “B”
- Ramsgate “B”
- Ashford “B”
Becoming a CTRL-DS Driver
Aim to recruit by making opportunity available to all SouthEastern Drivers.
Appointment based on suitability.
Consistent achievement of "Safety of the Line" performance over 5 years.
Communications competence test.
Structured interview.
Training to SLC2 Timetable
Applications for DS Drivers positions required by May 2007.
Training to commence in September 2008.
Some passenger services could operate from May 2009.
SLC2 timetable starts 14th December 2009.
Here is how SouthEastern's website show the proposed train services.