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Snowdon Mountain Railway

The Snowdon Mountain Railway is a remarkable feat of engineering that has been carrying tourists to the summit of Yr Wyddfa since 1896.

This phenomenal train journey means that one of Wales’ most iconic peaks is accessible to many.

The journey

The railway travels for 4.7 miles from Llanberis to the 3,560-foot peak of Yr Wyddfa passing several stations along the way. The railway’s final destination is Hafod Eryri, the highest and most astonishing visitor centre in Wales.

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Opening times and prices

The Snowdon Mountain Railway is not managed by the National Park Authority. For more information on opening times, journeys and prices, visit the Snowdon Mountain Railway website.

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Y ou could fill a dictionary with categories of Welsh rain. But as I queue, waiting to summit Yr Wyddfa ( Snowdon ), the rain is ‘cloaking’ (verb). Shortening of: “It’s coming down like a witch’s cloak.”

Experienced at high altitudes, this grey, mysterious squall of damp wet mist magically appears across mountaintops disguising everything it doesn’t want you to see. It’s like being inside a television stuck on static. Visibility reduces from “wow is that Ireland I can see?” to “when did I get cataracts?” See also: “It’s raining rats and frogs.”

Alighting from the Snowdon Mountain Railway at Clogwyn Station around an hour ago, not even Michael Fish could’ve predicted this. The sun was hanging low in the cold, cloudless sky like a low-watt light bulb. Metres from the platform to the east, the views tumbled off into eternity. The piercing blue waters of Lakes Glaslyn and Llydaw glistened against the craggy haunches holding up the mountain. Beauty and the beast.

We have half an hour to explore, take photos, gawp in awe, or do whatever at this isolated outpost. Some make their way back down via the Llanberis Path but most wait for the return journey. The penultimate stop on the line is a mile from the summit but the pandemic has prevented staff from carrying out their maintenance on the 126-year-old line, so trains currently terminate here.

From May 2023, both the Summit station and Hafod Eryri – the peak’s charcoal-grey visitor centre – reopen. Until then, passengers have to complete the final push to the Crown of Cymru on foot. The walk takes around an hour.

I’m the only one from the train to head to the summit. It’s steep from here; like clambering up a skateboarding halfpipe. The walk seems Sisyphean: my body lurches forward, knees near my shoulders, as the metronomic crunch of the gravel underfoot counts my steps like a pedometer. On either side of the path, there are long-reaching vistas across “cwms” (steep-sided valley bowls) and spiky Stegosaurus-spine ridges with soft, crepuscular rays providing a spotlight.

Towards the summit – as my calves start to burn, possibly cauterise – the witch’s cloak appears and darkens everything

Towards the summit – as my calves start to burn, possibly cauterise – the witch’s cloak appears and darkens everything. The heavens open. All that falls out is rain. I stumble and feel my way up, following a line of weary, wet, Gore Tex-wearing walkers. At the trig point, many wait patiently to climb the final uneven steps to make 1,085m (3,560ft).

Early this morning, before the doors of the cream-painted Snowdon Mountain Railway ticket office in Llanberis opened, there was a lot of well-mannered milling about too. Among the hanging baskets of flowers and the smell of strong coffee and fried breakfast emanating from the station cafe, groups of people poked their heads into the small onsite cinema, which was showing dramatic footage of the trains chugging up the mountain.

Inspired by Switzerland’s mountain-climbing trains, the railway was completed in 1896. It took 150 men some 14 months to pickaxe, shovel and blow up the mountainside so they could lay four miles of track to the top. Engineers installed a toothed rack in the middle of the running rails which allowed pinions (cogs) beneath the locomotives to grip on securely. Engines could then push the carriages to the summit without fear of them rolling off. In places, the gradient is as steep as 1 in 5.5.

“Anyone for the nine o’clock train?” a conductor bellows on the platform. A queue forms and we’re divided into groups by carriage compartment. As it’s the first train of the day, a traditional diesel engine will do 45 minutes of heavy pushing to Clogwyn. Steam locomotives run from 9.30am.

We’re led onto a black cream and burgundy carriage whose blue plastic seats soon fill up. Passengers sit shoulder to shoulder, their coats swishing as they twist for a better view. A whistle shrills and our dark, Knight Rider -coloured engine, Hunslet, eases the carriage forward with the pressure of a paternal palm on the back.

The train rumbles across a brick viaduct, past a mini mountain of black coal used by the railway’s steam locomotives. We cut through some trees, past the gushing Ceunant Mawr waterfall, and out into the wild grassy contours of the Yr Wyddfa foothills. It’s here we get our first glimpse of the summit – it peeps out above a ridge on the right.

Outside, the journey is like an opening movie scene

Outside, the journey is like an opening movie scene. Dry stone walls, grazing sheep and pockets of hikers appear. They then vanish as we trace the track up the spine of the mountain.

As we climb higher, through Rocky Valley, the greenery starts to ebb away; dark rocks replace rosemary rumps. The precipices become more pronounced. Tumbledown farmhouses give way to giant grey cliffs and funnels of fossil-coloured landslides pile up like the ashes of yesterday’s fire.

As the train slows to a halt at Clogwyn Station, it’s like we’ve slid onto the surface of the moon. It’s treeless and washed out. The lunar-like surface is quiet and sparse. The conductor comes along and opens each door individually and we step out onto the platform. I take in the surroundings. You seem to be able to see forever. No wonder some people believe King Arthur is buried up here – the vistas make me feel like God.

Fast-forward to the trig point and it’s clear I’m a mortal. Those queueing in front of me have conquered Wales’ tallest peak under their own steam. A Scottish cad – his wet blonde hair stuck to his forehead like he’s walked out of a hurricane – is joking about “the great views” against a background that resembles an endless boiling cauldron. A damp, yellow labrador sniffs among the shards of rock, his paws brown with mud. Two Geordies drink celebratory cans of Kronenbourg lager having cycled – cycled! – to the top by e-bike.

Then there’s me. A cheater. I’ve Phil-ed and Holly-ed it. No wonder it’s absolute cloaking.

Travel essentials

The Snowdon Mountain Railway runs from 1 April until 31 October (weather permitting). Trains only go as far as Clogwyn Station until 12 May, after which they go to the Summit.

How to book

Either buy in person at the Snowdon Mountain Railway train station in Llanberis or online via snowdon.vticket.co.uk (includes a £3.50 service fee). Note: many trains sell out weeks in advance.

Return journeys to the summit start from £26 for the early-bird diesel service at 9am (£38 thereafter). It costs £50 to ride a heritage steam train. Cheaper one-way tickets (plus walking back down) are available too.

Late-May or late-September; outside of school holidays.

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When do the trains run?

Trains are now running to the summit.

The Snowdon Mountain Railway normally runs from Llanberis to the summit of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) between mid-May and the end of October, weather permitting. The spring service, which starts about six weeks earlier than this, sees trains running to Clogwyn (¾ of the way up, and a mile from the summit).  For much of its route the railway is fairly close to the Llanberis Path , which passes under the line in a couple of places.

Trains to and from Clogwyn

When trains run only as far as Clogwyn, sometimes people want to catch the train up to there, then walk the final mile to the summit. This is possible, and you should buy a single ticket to Clogwyn. If you have a return ticket it will be for a return on the same train , something you won’t be able to do if walking to the summit (which takes the best part of an hour each way).

If you want to catch the train down from Clogwyn, you may hit lucky and find a space on a train, but this can’t be relied on, especially in good weather, so you should be prepared, if necessary, to walk all the way back down to Llanberis.

2024 fares:  a single adult ticket (diesel) to/from Clogwyn is £26  (£36 return).

Trains to and from the summit

2024 fares:  a single adult ticket (diesel) to/from the summit is £32  (£42 return).

When trains run to the summit, passengers only have 30 minutes at the summit, then must return on the same train if they have a return ticket. If you are walking up and have planned to meet specific train passengers at the summit, this therefore calls for fairly good timing.

Are dogs allowed on the train?

Only assistance dogs are permitted on the train. The railway’s website states: For the comfort and safety of our passengers and staff, only assistance animals are allowed on our trains. Being a heritage, narrow-gauged railway we are restricted for space inside our carriages.

Can I catch the train down, having walked up?

Yes, it is possible to buy a one-way ticket down, and if you want to do this you should inquire at the ticket office on the platform. However, you should note that trains only run to the summit in the season (mid-May to the end of October), and then only if the wind is not too strong. Even when trains are reaching the summit, there is no guarantee that there will be any spare space on the next train (it’s a single carriage), especially in good weather and peak holiday times.

The railway’s website states: “Single tickets down the mountain cannot be pre-booked and are only available on a standby first come, first served basis from the destination station of the day (Clogwyn or Snowdon Summit). The reason we cannot offer pre-booked tickets to travel down the mountain is because we have no guarantee that our trains will be able to reach their destination. All travel is weather permitting and if the wind speeds on the mountain exceed our operational safety level, our services will be interrupted and  may even be suspended all together. This can happen throughout the year. In addition, any form of technical issue can prevent trains reaching their destination. People who walk up the mountain must also be prepared to walk back down.”

Can I get a single ticket up, then walk down?

Yes. The railway’s website states: “Single tickets for the Traditional Diesel Service can be purchased in advance online or at the Llanberis Ticket Office when available, exclusively for the journey up the mountain.”

Can I buy a return ticket, but walk up and use the return ticket down?

Unfortunately, no. The railway website states: “Due to the unpredictable weather on the mountain we cannot guarantee trains will reach their destination before leaving Llanberis Station. Return tickets are only valid once you have boarded the train in Llanberis 15 minutes before your train leaves.”

(This is primarily for reasons of your safety. The railway does not want to be responsible for picking up pre-booked passengers from the summit when conditions might change and not allow their trains to reach the top, stranding the would-be passengers at the top.)

You can read more about this on the railway’s FAQs page .

Booking for the train

Advance bookings need to be made online. If there are any available tickets on the day, they will be sold from the ticket office in Llanberis from 8.30 a.m.  These often sell out very quickly, so it’s always best to pre-book online to avoid disappointment.

More detail, including times, prices and booking, can be found on the Snowdon Mountain Railway website .

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Pot Wash – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: ASAP Rate of pay: £8.60 per hour for applicants aged under 21, £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. Spooner’s is our main catering outlet situated on Harbour Station in Porthmadog, delivering a high level of service throughout the day.

We are looking for hardworking, enthusiastic individuals to join our dedicated team of staff working in Spooner’s.

We can offer you:

• £8.60 per hour for applicants aged under 21, £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over
• Seasonal contract for immediate start to 1 st November 2024, with the possibility of extension
• Flexible shifts to suit candidate; weekends and school holidays shift pattern available
• The pro rata equivalent of 28 days paid holiday, inclusive of all bank and public holidays
• Enrolment into the company pension scheme after a qualifying period
• Opportunities for training and progression
• Travel benefits on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways and staff discounts in shops and cafes.

Key duties will include taking out food from the kitchen, clearing tables, loading the dishwasher and doing washing up. Experience of working in a café or restaurant would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, busy environment. The ideal candidate would be flexible and able to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends. Hours of work will vary and hours may be available to suit candidate.

 Core Skills:

• Experience in a Front of House role
• Team player
• Good communication skills
• The ability to work cleanly and tidily
• A basic knowledge and understanding of food and kitchen hygiene is desirable

This is a predominantly Welsh speaking area and the Company operates a bilingual policy. The ability to converse in Welsh is therefore desirable for these posts, but not essential. Knowledge of locations on the Railways and their use by visitors and knowledge of Porthmadog and the surrounding area would be an advantage.

Applicants for this position must have the existing right to work in the UK.

Golchfa Pot – Spooner’s Porthmadog

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Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yw dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Spooner’s yw ein prif lleoliad arlwyo wedi’i leoli yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog, ac mae’n darparu lefel uchel o wasanaeth trwy gydol y dydd.

Rydym yn edrcyh am unigolion brwdfrydig, gweithgar i ymuno â’n tîm ymroddedig o staff gweithio yn Spooner’s.

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• Ymrestriad i gynllun pensiwn y cwmni ar ôl cyfnod cymhwyso
• Cyfleoedd ar gyfer hyfforddiant a chynnydd
• Manteision teithio ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri a gostyngiadau staff mewn siopau a chaffis.

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys mynd â bwyd allan o’r gegin, clirio byrddau, llwytho’r peiriant golchi llestri a golchi llestri. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn caffi neu fwyty o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu.

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Here on the FfWHR we are looking to consolidate our position as one of the premier tourist attractions in the Top Left Hand Corner of Wales. Our Boston Lodge Engineering Works provides a unique blend of innovative and progressive modern construction and heritage preservation and interpretation. We are pleased to announce a rare and exciting opportunity for someone to join our team working in this unique environment.

We are looking to recruit an individual to join our small but dedicated Carriage Works team over the winter months to assist with the carriage maintenance programme. The Carriage Works are responsible for the building and maintaining of the Company’s fleet of modern and historical carriages in accordance with current and developing Festiniog Railway Company policies and plans, and also undertake contract work for other Heritage Railways and associated organisations.

• Rate of pay between £10.42 per hour and £10.90 per hour dependent on experience
• Full time position; 40 hours per week, usually Monday to Friday, occasional weekend working may be required
• Seasonal position from 6 th November 2023 to 29 th March 2024
• Travel benefits on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways and staff discounts in shops and cafes

This temporary, full time, position will be based at Boston Lodge Engineering Works, Minffordd, near Porthmadog. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on both new and heritage carriage maintenance projects, undertaking repairs and preparation work followed by painting and varnishing both interior and exteriors for a variety of carriages.  You will need to work closely with the present staff team and those of other departments. You must be able to produce work to an agreed standard in a timely fashion.

It is desirable that candidates have some level of basic bench joinery and be able to demonstrate experience in the use of a variety of hand held machines and tools and an ability to paint to a reasonable quality to assist with repairs to the carriage fleet. The successful candidate will show an interest in and aptitude for learning new and different skills in the maintenance of railway carriages.

Core Skills:

• An NVQ in basic bench joinery is desirable but not essential
• Proven experience in general maintenance and painting
• Good communication and organisational skills
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Dyddiad cychwyn: 6ed o Dachwedd 2023 Cyflog: £10.42 yr awr ac £10.90 yr awr yn dibynnu ar brofiad

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Rydym am recriwtio unigolyn i ymuno â’n tîm Gweithle Cerbydau bach ond ymroddedig dros fisoedd y gaeaf i gynorthwyo gyda’r rhaglen cynnal a chadw cerbydau. Mae’r Gwaith Cerbyd yn gyfrifol am adeiladu a chynnal fflyd y Cwmni o gerbydau modern a hanesyddol yn unol â pholisïau a chynlluniau presennol a datblygol Cwmni Rheilffordd Ffestiniog, a hefyd yn ymgymryd â gwaith contract ar gyfer Rheilffyrdd Treftadaeth eraill a sefydliadau cysylltiedig.

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• Manteision teithio ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri a gostyngiadau staff mewn siopau a chaffis

Bydd y swydd dros dro, llawn amser hon wedi’i lleoli yng Ngwaith Peirianneg Boston Lodge, Minffordd, ger Porthmadog. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn cael y cyfle i weithio ar brosiectau cynnal a chadw cerbydau newydd a threftadaeth, gan wneud gwaith atgyweirio a pharatoi ac yna paentio a farneisio y tu mewn a’r tu allan ar gyfer amrywiaeth o gerbydau. Bydd angen i chi weithio’n agos gyda’r tîm staff presennol a rhai adrannau eraill. Rhaid i chi allu cynhyrchu gwaith i safon gytunedig mewn modd amserol.

Mae’n ddymunol bod gan ymgeiswyr ryw lefel o waith saer mainc sylfaenol a gallu dangos profiad o ddefnyddio amrywiaeth o beiriannau ac offer llaw a’r gallu i beintio i ansawdd rhesymol i gynorthwyo gyda thrwsio’r fflyd cerbydau. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn dangos diddordeb a dawn i ddysgu sgiliau newydd a gwahanol mewn cynnal a chadw cerbydau rheilffordd.

• Mae ‘NVQ’ mewn saernïaeth sylfaenol yn ddymunol ond nid yn hanfodol
• Profiad profedig mewn cynnal a chadw cyffredinol a phaentio
• Sgiliau cyfathrebu a threfnu da
• Sgiliau rheoli amser da
• Gweithio’n dda gydag eraill
• TG llythrennog yn ddymunol
• Mae’r gallu i gyfathrebu trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn ddymunol

Infrastructure Department – Railway Maintenance Labourer

Start Date: ASAP Salary: Exceeds National Living / Minimum Wage for age

Here on the FfWHR we are looking to consolidate our position as one of the premier tourist attractions in the Top Left Hand Corner of Wales. To help us achieve this we are looking to strengthen our small but dedicated civil engineering teams to assist with the successful implementation of our vital Winter Works Programme. Teams are responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of the track and related infrastructure, the maintenance of 80 miles of lineside boundaries, the inspection, maintenance and repair of our signalling and telecoms infrastructure, and the maintenance and repair of the buildings, facilities and structures of the railways.

We are looking for labourers to join these teams. This will be manual, outdoor work. Applicants should have experience of similar manual or civil engineering work. Previous railway experience is not required, we will train you as necessary in railway specific skills. Experience of working with plant would be an advantage.

These posts are an opportunity for someone who has a desire to work in the railway industry to receive formal training in track and civil engineering skills.

A basic level of IT literacy is essential for all posts.

Possession of a driving license valid in the UK in order to drive Company road vehicles is highly desirable, however this maybe waivered for younger applicants due to age constraints on vehicle classes.

The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is desirable but not essential.

These are full time posts working forty hours per week, rostered across seven days. Primarily you will work Monday to Friday but occasional weekend working is required to support our volunteer gangs. Winter contract and permanent positions are available.

• Competitive salaries exceeding the National Minimum / Living Wage, exact salary dependant on skillset and experience
• A minimum of 28 days paid holiday, inclusive of all bank and public holidays
• Company Sick pay
• Employee discounts
• Travel benefits on the FfWHR and on national rail according to the Rail Staff Travel rules in place at the time of employment.

If you want to be part of the continuing success story that is the FFWHR and work within one of the most scenic national parks in the UK with a diverse group of people all dedicated to keeping the heritage of the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways alive please apply online or by sending your CV and covering letter to [email protected]

For more information, contact us for an informal chat.

Llafurwr Cynnal a Chadw Rheilffyrdd

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog: Exceeds National Living / Minimum Wage for age

Yma ar Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri (RhFfE), rydym yn edrych i gyfnerthu ein safle fel un o brif atyniadau twristiaeth yng Nghornel Llaw Chwith Uchaf Cymru. Er mwyn ein helpu i gyflawni hyn rydym yn edrych i gryfhau ein timau peirianneg sifil bach ond ymroddedig i gynorthwyo gyda gweithredu ein Rhaglen Gwaith Gaeaf hanfodol yn llwyddiannus. Mae timau’n gyfrifol am archwilio, cynnal a chadw ac atgyweirio’r trac a’r seilwaith cysylltiedig, cynnal 80 filltir o ffiniau ochr llinell, archwilio, cynnal a chadw ac atgyweirio ein seilwaith signalau a thelathrebu, a chynnal a chadw ac atgyweirio’r adeiladau, y cyfleusterau a strwythurau’r rheilffyrdd.

Rydym yn edrych am llafurwyr i ymuno â’r timau hyn. Gwaith awyr agored â llaw fydd hwn. Dylai fod gan ymgeiswyr brofiad o waith peirianneg sifil neu sifil tebyg. Nid oes angen profiad blaenorol o rheilffyrdd, byddwn yn eich hyfforddi yn ôl yr angen mewn sgiliau penodol i rheilffyrdd. Byddai profiad o weithio gyda offer y gellir ei yrru yn fantais.

Mae’r swyddi hyn yn gyfle i rywun sydd ag awydd i weithio yn y diwydiant rheilffyrdd dderbyn hyfforddiant ffurfiol mewn sgiliau trac a pheirianneg sifil.

Mae lefel sylfaenol o lythrennedd TG yn hanfodol ar gyfer pob swydd.

Bydd bod yn berchen ar drwydded yrru sy’n ddilys yn y DU er mwyn gyrru cerbydau ffordd y Cwmni yn ddymunol iawn, ond efallai y bydd hyn yn cael ei hepgor i ymgeiswyr iau oherwydd cyfyngiadau oedran ar ddosbarthiadau cerbydau.

Mae’r gallu i gyfathrebu drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn ddymunol ond nid yw’n hanfodol.

Mae rhain yn swyddi llawn amser sy’n cwmpasu ddeugain awr yr wythnos, wedi’u rhestru ar draws saith diwrnod. Yn bennaf, byddwch yn gweithio o Ddydd Llun i Ddydd Gwener ond mae angen gweithio ar benwythnosau o bryd i’w gilydd i gefnogi ein gangiau gwirfoddol. Mae swyddi gaeaf a pharhaol ar gael.

Gallwn ei gynning i chi:

• Cyflogau cystadleuol sy’n fwy na’r Cyflog Lleiafswm/ Byw Cenedlaethol, yr union gyflog yn dibynnu ar set sgiliau a phrofiad
• O leiaf 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a gwyliau cyhoeddus
• Cofrestru yng nghynllun pensiwn y cwmni ar ôl cyfnod cymhwyso
• Tâl salwch cwmni
• Gostyngiadau staff
• Buddion teithio ar RhFfE ac ar reilffyrdd cenedlaethol yn unol â’r rheolau Teithio Staff Rheilffordd a oedd ar waith ar adeg eu cyflogi.

Os ydych chi eisiau bod yn rhan o stori lwyddiant barhaus RhFfE a gweithio mewn un o barciau cenedlaethol fwyaf golygfaol y DU gyda grŵp amrywiol o bobl sydd i gyd yn ymroddedig i gadw treftadaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn fyw, gwnewch gais ar-lein neu drwy anfon eich ‘CV’ a’ch llythyr eglurhaol at [email protected]

Am ragor o fanylion cysylltwch â ni am sgwrs anffurfiol.

Food & Beverage Supervisor – Spooner’s

Start Date: ASAP Salary: £10.00 – £10.50 per hour dependant on experienc e

We have a vacancy for a Food & Beverage Supervisor in Spooner’s. The successful applicant will work in the café and bar of this busy catering outlet; maximizing profit and improving customer service standards. Our goal is to provide an exceptional service and experience which exceeds our customers’ expectations. In this role you will be required to supervise a small team of Food and Beverage Assistants and lead by example working on the café counter and serving customers at tables as required. Candidates should have proven experience of working in a catering / hospitality environment. This is a front of house position so you must have good communication skills and a friendly disposition.

• Experience of working in hospitality or catering, ideally a café or restaurant
• Supervisory experience
• Good team player
• Able to work on own initiative or as directed
• A basic knowledge and understanding of food and kitchen hygiene
• A qualification in Food Safety is desirable
• The ability to speak Welsh would be an advantage as would knowledge of the railways and their passengers; and the local area.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, busy environment. Candidates must be flexible and able to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends. Hours of work will vary up to 40 hours per week, part time and flexible hours may be available to suit candidate.

This is a seasonal position, with immediate start, to the end of October 2022 with the option to extend should circumstances allow.

Rate of pay £10.00 to £10.50 per hour dependant on experience.

Applicants for this position must have the right to work in the UK.

Goruchwyliwr Bwyd a Diod  – Spooners

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog:  £10.00 i £10.50 yr awr yn ddibynnol ar brofiad.

Mae’r Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn ddau o’r rheilffyrdd treftadaeth fwyaf poblogaidd y DU a’u lleolwyd ynghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Spooner’s yw ein prif allfa arlwyo, wedi ei leoli yng Ngorsaf Harbwr yn Portmadog, ac yn darparu lefel uchel o wasanaeth drwy gydol y diwrnod.

Mae gennym swydd agored ar gael fel Goruchwyliwr Bwyd a Diod yng Spooner’s. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gweithio yng nghaffi a bar yr allfa arlwyo brysur hon; gan gynhyrchu elw uchel a gwella safonau gwasanaeth cwsmeriaid. Ein nod yw darparu gwasanaeth a phrofiad eithriadol sy’n rhagori ar ddisgwyliadau ein cwsmeriaid. Yn y rôl hon bydd gofyn i chi oruchwylio tîm bach o Gynorthwywyr Bwyd a Diod ac arwain trwy esiampl, tra’n gweithio ar gownter y caffi a gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid wrth fyrddau yn ôl yr angen. Dylai fod gan ymgeiswyr brofiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd arlwyo / lletygarwch. Mae hon yn swydd blaen tŷ felly mae’n rhaid bod gennych sgiliau cyfathrebu da a gwarediad cyfeillgar.

• Profiad o weithio mewn diwydiant lletygarwch neu arlwyo, yn ddelfrydol o fewn caffi neu bwyty
• Profiad goruchwylio
• Chwaraewr Tîm Da
• Yr allu i arddangos blaengaredd neu fel y cyfarwyddyd
• Gwybodaeth a dealltwriaeth sylfaenol o hylendid bwyd a chegin
• Cymhwyster ‘Diogelwch Bwyd’ yn ddymunol
• Mi fuasai’r gallu i siarad Cymraeg yn fantais yn ogystal â gwybodaeth o’r rheilffyrdd a’u teithwyr; a’r ardal leol.

Bydd yr ymeisydd llwyddianus yn gyfforddus tra’n gweithio mewn amgylchedd prysur a chyflym. Bydd ofyn i ymgeiswyr fod yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio sifftiau yn ystod y diwrnod, gyda’r nos ac ar bewythnosau.

Swydd dymhorol, yn cychwyn ar unwaith, hyd at ddiwedd Hydref 2022, gyda’r opsiwn i ymestyn os yw amodau yn caniatau. Cyfradd y cyflog yw £10.00 yr awr. Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr am y swydd hon yr hawl i weithio yn y DU.

Kitchen Assistant / Junior Chef – Spooner’s

Start Date: ASAP Salary: £9.50 – £11.13 per hour dependent on experience

We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant / Junior Chef to join our growing kitchen team at Spooner’s.

• Salary in the range £9.50 – £11.13 per hour dependent on experience
• Seasonal contract for immediate start to the 3 rd November 2023, with opportunities for extension
• Up to full time (40) hours per week, part time and flexible hours may be available to suit candidate
• The pro rata equivalent of 29 days paid holiday, inclusive of all bank and public holidays

The successful candidate will work alongside our team of Chefs in the preparation and cooking of meals to order, providing good quality, locally sourced food from our menus. Key duties will include preparing food for our popular hamper service, using fresh local produce, preparing sandwiches and light lunches and assisting our team of chefs with providing our daytime and evening menus. You will also be responsible for basic kitchen tasks such as cleaning and washing up. The successful candidate will have a passion for preparing and presenting simple, good quality food. This post is ideal for someone who aspires to work as a professional chef and further training opportunities may be available for the right candidate.

• Good food preparation and presentation skills
• The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• The ability to work on own initiative
• Pro-active in problem solving
• Basic knowledge and understanding of food and kitchen hygiene
• A qualification in Food Safety is desirable, training will be provided if required
• The ability to speak Welsh would be an advantage as would knowledge of the railways, their passengers and the local economic market.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, buzzing environment. Spooner’s is a seven day a week operation so the ideal candidate would be flexible and willing to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends, however candidates with specific availabilities will also be considered.

Applicants for this position must have the existing right to work in the UK, the Festiniog Railway Company is not able to offer sponsorship of Visa applications.

Cynorthwyydd Cegin / Cogydd Hyffordai – Spooner’s

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog: rhwng £9.50 – £11.13 yr awr yn dibynu ar brofiad

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn ddau o reilffyrdd treftadaeth fwyaf poblogaidd y DU a’u lleolwyd ynghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Spooner’s yw ein prif allfa arlwyo yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr yn Porthmadog, sy’n darparu lefel uchel o wasanaeth drwy gydol y diwrnod.

Rydym yn edrych am Gynorthwyydd Cegin / Cogydd Hyffordai i ymuno a’n tîm cegin yn Spooner’s.

• Cyflog rhwng £9.50 – £11.13 yr awr yn dibynu ar brofiad
• Cytundeb tymhorol i gychwyn cyn gynted a phosib hyd at y 3ydd o Dachwedd 2023, gyda cyfleoedd i ymestyn
• Hyd at llawn amser (40) awr yr wythnos, rhan amser a oriau hyblyg efallai ar gael i weddu’r ymgeisydd
• Cyfwerth pro rata o 29 diwrnod o wyliau â thal, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Manteision teithio ar Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri ac gostyngiadau staff yn y siopiau a chaffis

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddianus yn gweithio ochr yn ochr a’n tîm o gogyddion tra’n paratoi a coginio prydau bwyd i’w harchebu, yn darparu bwyd lleol, o answadd da o’n bwydlenni. Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys paratoi bwyd ar gyfer ein gwasanaeth hamperi poblogaidd, defnyddio cynnyrch lleol ffres, paratoi brechdannau ac ciniawau ysgafn a chynorthwyo ein tîm o gogyddion i ddarparu ein bwydlenni yn ystod y dydd a gyda’r nos. Byddwch hefyd yn gyfrifol am dasgau syml yn y gegin fel glanhau ac clirio fynu. Bydd gan yr ymgeisydd llwyddianus angerdd am baratoi a cyflwyno, bwyd da ac o ansawdd. Mae’r swydd hon yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer unigolyn sy’n anelu at fod yn gogydd proffesiynol ac gallai cyfleoedd hyfforddi pellach fod ar gael ar gyfer yr ymgeisydd cywir.

• Sgiliau paratoi a chyflwyno bwyd da
• Yr gallu i gyfathrebu yn effeithiol, yn lafar ac yn ysgrifynedig
• Chwaraewr tîm da
• Yr gallu i weithio ar fenter eich hun
• Rhagweithiol wrth ddatrys problemau
• Bydd cymhwyster mewn Diogelwch Bwyd yn ddymunol, darperir hyfforddiant os oes angen
• Bydd yr gallu i siarad Cymraeg yn fanteisiol, yn ogystal â gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd, eu teithwyr a’r farchnad economaidd leol.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddianus yn gyfforddus tra’n gweithio mewn amgylchedd cyflym ac cyffrous. Mae Spooner’s yn allfa sy’n gweithredu 7 diwrnod yr wythnos felly bydd yr ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg i allu weithio shifftiau yn ystod yr diwrnod, gyda’r nos ac benwythnosau, fodd bynnag bydd ymgesiwyr ag argaeledd penodol hefyd yn cael eu hystyried.

Rhaid bod gan ymgeisywr am y swydd hon yr hawl bresennol i weithio yn yr DU, ni allai Rheilffordd Ffestiniog gynnig noddi ar gyfer ceisiadau Visa.

Chef – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: ASAP Salary: £10.73 – £13.00 per hour dependent on experience

We are looking for a chef to join our newly revitalised kitchen team at Spooner’s.

• Salary in the range £10.73 – £13.00 per hour dependent on experience
• Seasonal contract for immediate start to the 5 th November 2023, with opportunities for extension

The successful candidate will work alongside our team of Chefs in the preparation and cooking of meals to order, providing good quality, locally sourced food from our menus. Experience of working as a professional chef is desirable, however candidates with a passion and flair for cooking will be considered.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, buzzing environment. The ideal candidate would be flexible and willing to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends.

Cogydd – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog:  £10.73 – £13.00 yr awr yn dibynnu ar brofiad

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn ddwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Spooner’s yw ein prif allfa arlwyo wedi’i leoli yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog, ac mae’n darparu lefel uchel o wasanaeth trwy gydol y dydd.

Rydym yn chwilio am gogydd i ymuno â’n tîm cegin sydd newydd ei adfywio yn Spooner’s.

Gallwn gynning i chi:

• Cyflog rhwng £10.73 – £13.00 yr awr yn dibynnu ar brofiad
• Cytundeb tymhorol i gychwyn cyn gynted a phosib i’r 5ed o Dachwedd 2023, gyda chyfleoedd i ymestyn
• Gall hyd at amser llawn (40) awr yr wythnos, oriau rhan amser a hyblyg fod ar gael i weddu’r ymgeisydd
• Cyfwerth pro rata â 29 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gweithio ochr yn ochr â’r Prif Gogydd i baratoi a choginio prydau bwyd yn ôl yr archeb, gan ddarparu bwyd lleol o ansawdd da o’n bwydlenni. Mae profiad o weithio fel cogydd proffesiynol yn ddymunol, fodd bynnag bydd ymgeiswyr sydd ag angerdd a dawn coginio yn cael eu hystyried.

• Y gallu i gyfathrebu’n effeithiol, ar lafar ac yn ysgrifenedig
• Chwaraewr tim da
• Y gallu i weithio ar eich menter eich hun
• Mae cymhwyster mewn Diogelwch Bwyd yn ddymunol, darperir hyfforddiant os oes angen
• Byddai’r gallu i siarad Cymraeg o fantais fel y byddai gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd, eu teithwyr a’r farchnad economaidd leol.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gyfforddus tra’n gweithio mewn amgylchedd cyflym a chyffrous. Byddai’r ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg ac yn barod i weithio sifftiau dros ddyddiau, gyda’r nos ac ar benwythnosau.

Mae’n rhaid i ymgeiswyr am y swydd hon fod â’r hawl i weithio yn y DU ar hyn o bryd, ni all Cwmni Rheilffordd Festiniog gynnig nawdd i geisiadau Visa.

Cashier – Harbour Station Porthmadog

Start Date: March 2023 Salary:  £10.42 per hour for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies)

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. We operate trains daily from late March to the end of October.

We are looking for an honest, hardworking individual to join our Finance Department working in our Porthmadog Cash Office.

• £10.42 per hour for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies)
• Seasonal contract from mid May to the end of September 2023
• Part time position, approx. 16 hours per week over 2 days, additional hours may be available during busy summer season

Key duties of a cashier include counting the previous day’s takings, preparing cash for banking and making up floats. The successful candidate will also be expected to undertake data entry and basic administrative tasks. Experience of working in a similar role would be an advantage, and candidates must be familiar with cash handling and working with computers.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, able to work any days of the week, including occasional weekend working.

• Must be numerate, literate and have good computer skills
• Experience of working in a finance based administrative role is desirable
• Good communication skills and a cheerful disposition are essential

Applicants for these positions must have the existing right to work in the UK.

Ariannwr – Gorsaf Harbwr Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: Mawrth 2023 Cyflog:  £10.42 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd, (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yw dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth fwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Rydym yn gweithredu trenau bob dydd o ddiwedd mis Mawrth i ddiwedd mis Hydref.

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn onest ac sy’n fodlon gweithio’n galed, i ymuno â’n adran cyllid yn gweithio yn ein Swyddfa Arian Parod ym Mhorthmadog.

• £10.42 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd, (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)
• Cytundeb tymhorol o ganol mis Mai i diwedd mis Medi 2023
• Swydd ran amser, tua. 16 awr yr wythnos dros 2 ddiwrnod, efallai y bydd oriau ychwanegol ar gael yn ystod tymor prysur yr haf
• Cyfwerth pro rata o 29 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Ymrestru i gynllun pensiwn y cwmni ar ôl cyfnod cymhwyso

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol ariannwr yn cynnwys cyfri derbyniadau’r diwrnod blaenorol, paratoi arian parod ar gyfer bancio a gwneud fflotiau. Bydd disgwyl i’r ymgeisydd llwyddiannus hefyd ymgymryd â thasgau mewnbynnu data a gweinyddol sylfaenol. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn rôl debyg o fantais, a rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod yn gyfarwydd â thrin arian parod a gweithio gyda chyfrifiaduron.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg, yn gallu gweithio unrhyw ddiwrnodau o’r wythnos, gan gynnwys gweithio ar benwythnosau o bryd i’w gilydd.

• Rhaid bod yn rhifog, llythrennog ac hefo sgiliau cyfrifiadurol da
• Profiad o weithio mewn rôl weinyddol yn seiliedig ar gyllid yn ddymunol
• Sgiliau cyfathrebu da a thueddiad siriol yn hanfodol
• Byddai’r gallu i siarad Cymraeg yn fantais fel y byddai gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd a’u teithwyr; a’r ardal leol.

Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr am y swyddi hyn yr hawl i weithio yn y DU ar hyn o bryd.

Station Cleaner – Harbour Station Porthmadog

Start Date: ASAP Salary:  £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies)

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. Harbour Station in Porthmadog is our busiest station and the centre of our operations.

We are looking for a hardworking, honest individual to join our dedicated team of cleaning staff working on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways.

• £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies)
• Seasonal contract for immediate start to the 1 st November 2024, with the possibility of extension
• Part time: approx. 12 hours per week over 3 days, usual hours 2pm to 6pm, additional hours may be available

This role will predominantly involve working shifts at Harbour Station in Porthmadog, however cleaners may be required to work at other stations on a relief basis. At Harbour Station the main responsibilities are cleaning the station platforms and toilets. You must be able to work cleanly and tidily; ideally you will have experience of commercial cleaning, however training can be provided if required. Applicants must be available to work at weekends, and to travel to other locations, therefore access to private transport for the purposes of travelling to and from work would be an advantage.

• Able to deliver excellent levels of cleanliness
• ‘Front of House’ position so a friendly disposition
• Team Player
• Must be punctual and reliable at all times

Glanhawr Gorsaf – Gorsaf Harbwr Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog:  £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed a throsodd (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn ddau o rheilffyrdd treftadaeth fwyaf poblogaidd y DU â lleolwyd ynghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Gorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog yw ein gorsaf brysuraf a chanolbwynt ein gweithrediadau.

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolion gonest, gweithgar i ymuno â’n tîm ymroddedig o staff glanhau sy’n gweithio ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri.

• £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed a throsodd (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)
• Rhan amser: tua. 12 awr yr wythnos dros 5 diwrnod, oriau arferol 2pm i 6pm, efallai y bydd oriau ychwanegol ar gael

Bydd y rôl hon yn ymwneud yn bennaf â gweithio sifftiau yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog, fodd bynnag efallai y bydd angen i lanhawyr weithio mewn gorsafoedd eraill ar sail rhyddhad. Yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr y prif gyfrifoldebau yw glanhau’r thoiledau’r orsaf. Rhaid eich bod yn gallu gweithio’n lân ac yn daclus; yn ddelfrydol bydd gennych brofiad o lanhau masnachol, fodd bynnag gellir darparu hyfforddiant os oes angen. Rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod ar gael i weithio ar benwythnosau, ac i deithio i leoliadau eraill, felly byddai mynediad at gludiant preifat at ddibenion teithio i ac o’r gwaith o fantais.

• Yn gallu darparu lefelau glendid rhagorol
• Swydd ‘Blaen Tŷ’ felly gwarediad cyfeillgar
• Yn gallu gweithio ar eich liwt eich hun neu fel y cyfarwyddyd
• Chwaraewr tîm
• Rhaid bod yn brydlon ac yn ddibynadwy bob amser
• Sgiliau Cyfathrebu Da

Booking Office Assistant – Harbour Station Porthmadog

Start Date: ASAP Salary: Starting at £21,673.60 per annum for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies)

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our commercial team working in our Porthmadog Booking Office.

• Starting salary of £21,673.60 per annum for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies)
• Permanent contract to start immediately
• Full time position, job share may be considered
• Company enhanced sick pay
• Travel benefits on the Ff&WHR and on national rail according to the Rail Staff Travel rules in place at the time of employment
• Staff discounts in shops and cafes

This is predominately an administrative post, with duties including taking bookings by telephone, processing bookings and answering enquiries face to face, by telephone and by email. Counter duties to include selling tickets will also be included therefore experience of cash handling and cashing up would be beneficial. Experience of working in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided, however candidates must be familiar with working with computer systems and email.

• Experience of working in an administrative role is desirable
• ‘Front of House’ position so good communication skills and a cheerful disposition are essential
• Smart appearance following dress code

Cynorthwyydd Swyddfa Archebu – Gorsaf Harbwr Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyflog: cychwynol o £21,673.60 y flwyddyn ar gyfer ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd, (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn sy’n fodlon gweithio’n galed ac yn frwdfrydig, i ymuno â’n tîm masnachol sy’n gweithio yn ein Swyddfa Archebu ym Mhorthmadog.

• Cyflog cychwynol o £21,673.60 y flwyddyn ar gyfer ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd, (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)
• Contract barhaol i gychwyn cyn gynted a phosib
• Swydd llawn amser, gellir ystyried rhannu swydd
• O leiaf 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thal, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Tâl salwch uwch y cwmni
• Buddiannau teithio ar RhFfE ac ar y rheilffyrdd cenedlaethol yn unol â rheolau Teithio Staff y Rheilffyrdd a oedd yn eu lle ar adeg cyflogaeth
• Gostyngiadau staff mewn siopau a chaffis

Swydd weinyddol yw hon yn bennaf, gyda dyletswyddau’n cynnwys cymryd archebion dros y ffôn, prosesu archebion ac ateb ymholiadau wyneb yn wyneb, dros y ffôn a thrwy e-bost. Bydd dyletswyddau cownter i gynnwys gwerthu tocynnau hefyd yn cael eu cynnwys felly byddai profiad o drin arian parod a chyfnewid yn fuddiol. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn rôl debyg o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu, fodd bynnag rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod yn gyfarwydd â gweithio gyda systemau cyfrifiadurol ac e-bost.

• Profiad o weithio mewn rôl weinyddol yn ddymunol
• Swydd ‘Blaen Tŷ’ felly sgiliau cyfathrebu da a gwarediad siriol yn bwysig
• Ymddangosiad smart yn dilyn cod gwisg

Station Co-ordinator – Blaenau Ffestiniog

Start Date: March 2023 Salary: £10.42 per hour for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies), £8.00 per hour for under 21s

We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic individual to join our commercial team working at our station in Blaenau Ffestiniog.

• £10.42 per hour for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies), £8.00 per hour for under 21s
• Seasonal contract from 20 th March to the 5 th November 2023
• Part time position, minimum 2 days a week with additional hours to cover busy times and other locations, possibility of job share / reduced hours to cover busy periods in the middle of the day only

Key duties for this role will include greeting passengers, serving customers, handling money, answering passenger queries, and assisting passengers with making bookings by telephone or online. Experience of working in a retail environment would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will thrive working in a busy environment and will be able to manage their own time effectively. Candidates should be flexible and able to work on weekdays and weekends. The ideal candidate would be willing and able to travel to other stations on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways to fulfil a similar role, however this is not essential.

• Good basic IT skills, literacy and numeracy
• Experience in a Front of House role is desirable

Cydlynydd Gorsaf – Blaenau Ffestiniog

Dyddiad cychwyn: Mawrth 2023 Cyflog: £10.42 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd, (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol), £8.00 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn cyfeillgar, brwdfrydig i ymuno â’n tîm masnachol sy’n gweithio yn ein gorsaf ym Mlaenau Ffestiniog.

• £10.42 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd, (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol), £8.00 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed
• Cytundeb tymhorol o 20fed o Mawrth i 5ed o Dachwedd 2023
• Swydd ran amser, lleiafswm o 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos gydag oriau ychwanegol ar gyfer amseroedd prysur a lleoliadau eraill, posibilrwydd rhannu swydd / llai o oriau i gyflenwi cyfnodau prysur yng nghanol y dydd yn unig

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol y rôl hon yn cynnwys cyfarch teithwyr, gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid, trin arian, ateb ymholiadau teithwyr, a chynorthwyo teithwyr i archebu dros y ffôn neu ar-lein. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd manwerthu o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn ffynnu yn gweithio mewn amgylchedd prysur ac yn gallu rheoli ei amser ei hun yn effeithiol. Dylai ymgeiswyr fod yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio yn ystod yr wythnos ac ar benwythnosau. Byddai’r ymgeisydd delfrydol yn fodlon ac yn gallu teithio i orsafoedd eraill ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri i gyflawni rôl debyg, ond nid yw hyn yn hanfodol.

• Chwaraewr Tîm
• Lefelau da o rifedd, llythrennedd a sgiliau TG
• Y gallu i weithio’n lân ac yn daclus
• Profiad mewn rôl Blaen Tŷ yn ddymunol

Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr am y swydd hon yr hawl i weithio yn y DU.

Retail Assistant – Harbour Station Porthmadog

Start Date: ASAP Salary: £10.42 per hour for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies), £8.00 per hour for under 21s

We are looking for hardworking, enthusiastic individuals to join our commercial team working in our Porthmadog shop.

• Seasonal contract for immediate start to mid September 2023
• Full time position 5 days per week, job share may be considered

This role involves serving customers, handling money and answering passenger queries. Experience of working in a retail environment would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

• Experience in a Front of House / retail role is desirable

Cynorthwyydd Manwerthu – Gorsaf Harbwr Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog: £10.42 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd, (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol), £8.00 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn sy’n fodlon gweithio’n galed ac yn frwdfrydig, i ymuno â’n tîm masnachol sy’n gweithio yn ein Siop ym Mhorthmadog.

Gallwn gynnig i chi: 

• Cytundeb tymhorol i ddechrau ar unwaith tan ganol Medi 2023
• Swydd llawn amser 5 diwrnod yr wythnos, gellir ystyried rhannu swydd

Mae’r rôl hon yn cynnwys gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid, trin arian ac ateb ymholiadau teithwyr. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd manwerthu o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu.

• Sgiliau TG sylfaenol, llythrennedd a rhifedd da
• Profiad mewn rôl Blaen Tŷ / manwerthu yn ddymunol

Engineering Administration Trainee

Start Date: ASAP Rate of pay: On Application

We have one trainee post still open. This is a great opportunity for a local young person to gain experience and skills in an engineering administration setting and receive work based training.

To apply please complete the Application Form and Equality & Diversity Form available below and email them to [email protected] by 5pm on 30th June.

If you have any questions please contact [email protected]

The trainee will work with the Works Administrator, the Operations Manager and the Engineering Volunteers Leader to support production administration (making sure the workshops have the right materials at the right time), supporting general site management, undertaking staff and volunteer administration from timesheet records to tracking competencies in a database and supporting the operations department when needed.

This will suit a young person who prefers to learn on the job and is keen to get involved in an engineering environment and find out about the range of skills needed to keep the workshops and therefore the trains running smoothly.  The trainee will be supported through a programme of training and development, including appropriate qualifications.

We are looking for someone with:

(i) At least five GCSE’s including Maths and English or equivalent NVQ2. Candidates with higher qualifications welcome to apply. (ii) Interest in working in an engineering environment; (iii) Good IT skills; (iv) Good levels of literacy and numeracy; (v) Strong organisational and planning skills with good attention to detail; (vi) Good communication skills (written and oral); (vii) The ability to communicate in Welsh (highly desirable).

Job Description Training Plan Application Form Equality and Diversity Form Privacy Notice

Gweinyddwr Peirianneg dan Hyfforddiant

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyfradd tâl: Tâl ar y ffurflen gais

Mae gennym un swydd dan hyfforddiant dal ar gael. Dyma gyfle gwych i berson ifanc lleol ennill profiad a sgiliau mewn lleoliad peirianyddol a chael hyfforddiant yn y gwaith.

I wneud cais, llenwch y Ffurflen Gais a’r Ffurflen Gydraddoldeb ac Amrywiaeth sydd ar gael isod a’u hanfon drwy e-bost i [email protected] erbyn 5pm ar 30 Mehefin.

Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau cysylltwch â [email protected]

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddianus yn gweithio gyda’r Gweinyddwr Gwaith, y Rheolwr Gweithrediadau a’r Arweinydd Gwirfoddolwyr Peirianneg i gefnogi’r weinyddiaeth gynhyrchu (gan sicrhau bod gan y gweithdai y deunyddiau cywir ar yr adeg gywir). Byddant hefyd yn gyfrifol am reoli safleoedd yn gyffredinol, ymgymryd â gweinyddiaeth staff a gwirfoddolwyr o gadw cofnod o amserlenni hyd at olrhain cymwyseddau mewn cronfa ddata yn ogystal â chefnogi’r adran weithrediadau pan fo angen.

Bydd hyn yn addas i berson ifanc sy’n well ganddo/ganddi ddysgu yn y swydd ac sy’n awyddus i weithio mewn amgylchedd peirianneg a chael gwybod am y sgiliau sydd eu hangen i gynnal y gweithdai a chadw’r trenau yn gweithredu’n ddidrafferth. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddianus yn cael ei gefnogi/chefnogi drwy raglen hyfforddi a datblygu, gan gynnwys ennill y cymwysterau priodol.

Swydd Ddisgrifiad Cynllun Hyfforddiant Ffurflen Gais Ffurflen Cydraddoldeb ac Amrywiaeth Dolen i’r hysbysiad preifatrwydd

Carriage Joiner / Woodworker

Start Date: ASAP Salary:   in the range of £20,000 – £23,000 per annum dependent on experience

Here on the FfWHR we are looking to consolidate our position as one of the premier tourist attractions in the Top Left Hand Corner of Wales. Our Boston Lodge Engineering Works provides a unique blend of innovative and progressive modern construction and heritage preservation and interpretation. We are pleased to announce a rare and exciting opportunity for someone to join the permanent staff working in this unique environment.

We are looking to recruit a Joiner / Woodworker to join our small but dedicated Carriage Works team. The Carriage Works are responsible for the building and maintaining of the Company’s fleet of modern and historical carriages in accordance with current and developing Festiniog Railway Company policies and plans, and also undertake contract work for other Heritage Railways and associated organisations.

• Salary in the range of £20,000 – £23,000 per annum dependent on experience
• 40 hours per week, usually Monday to Friday, occasional weekend working may be required
• Travel benefits on the Ff&WHR and on national rail according to the Rail Staff Travel rules in place at the time of employment.

This permanent, full time position will be based at Boston Lodge Engineering Works, Minffordd, near Porthmadog. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on both new build and heritage restoration and maintenance projects, constructing and fitting components for a variety of carriages.  You will need to work closely with the present staff team and those of other departments with the possibility of working at some of our other sites. You must be able to produce work to an agreed standard in a timely fashion. The successful candidate will also be expected to perform some basic finishing processes such as varnishing & priming of components in order to assist the flow of work.

It is desirable that candidates have an NVQ level 2 or higher in bench joinery and be able to demonstrate experience in practical woodworking and machine use. The successful candidate will show an interest in and aptitude for learning new and different skills in the manufacture of railway carriages and other bench joinery jobs.

• NVQ level 2 or higher in bench joinery, or equivalent qualification is desirable.
• Proven experience in practical woodworking
• IT literate desirable

Apply online or send your CV and covering letter to [email protected] .

Saer Cerbydau / Saer Coed

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyflog:  rhwng £21,000 – £23,000 y flwyddyn yn dibynnu ar brofiad

Yma ar Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri (RhFfE), rydym yn edrych i gyfnerthu ein safle fel un o brif atyniadau twristiaeth yng Nghornel Llaw Chwith Uchaf Cymru. Mae ein Gweithdai Boston Lodge yn darparu cyfuniad unigryw o adeiladu modern arloesol a blaengar a chadwedigaeth a dehongli treftadaeth. Rydym yn falch o gyhoeddi cyfle prin a chyffrous i rywun ymuno â’r staff parhaol sy’n gweithio yn yr amgylchedd unigryw hwn.

Rydym am recriwtio Saer Cerbydau / Saer Coed i ymuno â’n tîm Gwaith Cerbydau bach ond ymroddedig. Mae’r Gwaith Cerbydau yn gyfrifol am adeiladu a chynnal fflyd y Cwmni o gerbydau modern a hanesyddol yn unol â pholisiau a chynlluniau cyfredol a datblygol Cwmni Rheilffordd Festiniog, ac maent hefyd yn gwneud gwaith contract ar gyfer Rheilffyrdd Treftadaeth eraill a sefydliadau cysylltiedig.

Gallwn ei gynnig i chi:

• Cyflogau rhwng £21,000 – £23,000 y flwyddyn yn dibynnu ar brofiad
• 40 awr yr wythnos, fel arfer Dydd Llun i Dydd Gwener, efallai y bydd angen gweithio ar benwythnosau yn achlysurol
• Cyflog salwch uwch y cwmni
• Buddion teithio ar RhFfE ac ar reilffyrdd cenedlaethol yn unol â’r rheolau Teithio Staff Rheilffordd a oedd ar waith ar adeg eu cyflogi.

Bydd y swydd barhaol, amser llawn hon wedi’i leoli yng Ngweithdai Boston Lodge, Minffordd, ger Porthmadog. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn cael cyfle i weithio ar brosiectau adeiladu ac adfer treftadaeth, ac prosiectau cynnal a chadw, gan adeiladu a gosod cydrannau ar gyfer amrywiaeth o gerbydau. Bydd angen i chi weithio’n agos gyda’r tîm staff presennol a rhai adrannau eraill gyda’r posibilrwydd o weithio yn rhai o’n safleoedd eraill. Rhaid i chi allu cynhyrchu gwaith i safon gytûn mewn modd amserol. Disgwylir i’r ymgeisydd llwyddiannus hefyd gyflawni rhai prosesau gorffen sylfaenol fel farneisio a paent cyntaf cydrannau er mwyn cynorthwyo llif y gwaith.

Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr ‘NVQ’ lefel 2 neu uwch mewn gwaith saer mainc a gallu dangos profiad mewn gwaith coed ymarferol a defnyddio peiriannau. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn dangos diddordeb a thueddfryd mewn dysgu sgiliau newydd a gwahanol wrth weithgynhyrchu cerbydau rheilffordd a swyddi gwaith saer eraill.

• ‘NVQ’ lefel 2 neu uwch mewn gwaith saer mainc, neu cymhwyster cyfatebol
• Profiad profedig mewn gwaith coed ymarferol
• Sgiliau cyfathrebu a sefydliadol da
• Yn llythrennog mewn TG yn ddymunol
• Bydd y gallu i gyfathrebu drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn ddymunol

Gwnewch gais ar-lein neu anfonwch eich CV a’ch llythyr eglurhaol at [email protected] .

Team Assistants – Caernarfon Station

Start Date: March 18th 2024 Salary: £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over, £8.60 per hour for under 21s

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are at the heart of the Snowdonia National Park and a major tourist attraction in North Wales.  Our offer, aimed firmly at the tourism market place, stands out as being best in class. Our station building at Caernarfon provides an exciting opportunity to provide state-of-the-art facilities to our visitors. We are now recruiting for the team to run the station in 2024.

We are looking for enthusiastic people to assist with the day to day operations at the Station, including serving in the Café, Shop & Ticket Office and delivering events. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team developing the facility into a dynamic, thriving café, retail and events space; creating a vibrant hub both for visitors to the railways and the local community.

• £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over, £8.60 per hour for under 21s
• Seasonal contract from 18 th March to the 1 st November 2024, with the possibility of extension to the start of January 2025
• Flexible shifts to suit candidate: approx. 24 hours (3 to 4 days) per week, weekdays and weekends; or weekends and school holidays

The successful candidates will have an enthusiasm for working in the hospitality, catering or tourism industries and a willingness to learn, develop and contribute to the team. Previous experience in a customer service role would be an advantage but full training will be provided. This is a predominantly Welsh speaking area and the Company operates a bilingual policy. The ability to write and converse in Welsh is therefore highly desirable for these posts.  You will be expected to undertake any and all tasks at the station as required therefore a willingness to work flexibly is required.

• Enthusiasm for working in the hospitality, catering or tourism industry
• ‘Front of House’ position so good communication skills and a cheerful disposition
• Good levels of numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• A willingness to learn new skills
• A good team player with a willingness and enthusiasm for joining in with events and to be flexible and adaptable to any task set
• A basic knowledge and understanding of food and kitchen hygiene would be an advantage
• Knowledge of the railways, their passengers and the local area would be an advantage.

Applicants for these positions must have the right to work in the UK.

Cynorthwyydd Tîm – Gorsaf Caernarfon

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed o Mawrth 2024 Cyfradd tâl yw £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed a throsodd, £8.60 yr awr i rai dan 21 o

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yng nghalon Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri ac yn atyniad mawr i dwristiaid yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae ein gwasanaeth, sydd wedi’i anelu at y farchnad dwristiaeth, yn sefyll allan fel y gorau yn y diwydiant. Mae adeilad ein gorsaf yng Nghaernarfon yn rhoi cyfle cyffrous i ddarparu cyfleusterau o’r radd uchaf i’n hymwelwyr. Rydym nawr yn edrych am dîm i redeg yr orsaf yn 2024.

Rydym yn edrych am bobl brwdfrydig i gynorthwyo gyda’r gweithrediadau o ddydd i ddydd yn yr Orsaf, gan gynnwys gwasanaethu yn y Caffi, Swyddfa Siop a Thocynnau ac cyflwyno digwyddiadau. Dyma gyfle cyffrous i fod yn rhan o’r tîm sy’n datblygu’r cyfleuster hwn i fewn i gaffi, lleoliad manwerthu a digwyddiadau deinamig, llewyrchus; gan greu canolbwynt bywiog i ymwelwyr y rheilffyrdd a’r gymuned leol.

Gallwn gynnig i chi:  

• £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed a throsodd, £8.60 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed
• Cytundeb tymhorol o 18fed o Mawrth i 1af o Dachwedd 2024, gyda phosibilrwydd o estyniad i ddechrau Ionawr 2025
• Sifftiau hyblyg i weddu i’r ymgeisydd: tua. 24 awr (3 i 4 diwrnod) yr wythnos, yn ystod yr wythnos ac ar benwythnosau; neu benwythnosau a gwyliau ysgol

  Bydd gan yr ymgeiswyr llwyddiannus frwdfrydedd i weithio yn y diwydiannau lletygarwch, arlwyo neu dwristiaeth a pharodrwydd i ddysgu, datblygu a chyfrannu at y tîm. Byddai profiad blaenorol mewn rôl gwasanaeth cwsmeriaid o fantais ond bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu. Mae hon yn ardal Gymraeg ei hiaith yn bennaf ac mae’r Cwmni yn gweithredu polisi dwyieithrwydd. Mae’r gallu i ysgrifennu a sgwrsio yn Gymraeg felly yn hynod o ddymunol ar gyfer y swyddi hyn. Bydd disgwyl i chi ymgymryd ag unrhyw a phob tasg yn yr orsaf yn ôl y gofyn felly mae angen parodrwydd i weithio’n hyblyg.

• Brwdfrydedd i weithio yn y diwydiant lletygarwch, arlwyo neu dwristiaeth
• Parodrwydd i ddysgu sgiliau newydd
• Chwaraewr tîm da gyda pharodrwydd a brwdfrydedd i ymuno â digwyddiadau ac i fod yn hyblyg ac yn addasadwy i unrhyw dasg a osodir
• Byddai gwybodaeth a dealltwriaeth sylfaenol o hylendid bwyd a chegin yn fantais
• Byddai gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd, eu teithwyr a’r ardal leol o fantais.

Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr am y swyddi hyn yr hawl i weithio yn y DU.

Food & Beverage Manager

Start Date: ASAP Salary :  Competitive Salary starting from £35k per annum

Are you an experienced manager in the hospitality field, looking for a new challenge?

• Competitive Salary starting from £35k per annum
• Flexible working schedule, 40 hrs per week

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. Our extensive catering operations are at the heart of our business, providing exceptional levels of service to our customers.

We are looking for an inspirational, ambitious leader to take on the role of managing the catering and hospitality provision across the railways. This will include the management of Spooner’s, our café & Bar in Harbour Station, Porthmadog; Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Rooms; and our on train hospitality. You will be responsible for the revitalising of our catering and hospitality services, relaunching Spooner’s as a key player on the North Wales hospitality scene. You will be engaged in recruiting, training and managing a team of skilled catering professionals to provide a high quality food and drink provision and excellent customer service.

The successful applicant will have:

• Proven experience of working in a catering / hospitality environment at a senior managerial level.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Proven business ability and a thorough knowledge of budgeting
• A thorough understanding of H&S, food safety and licensing legislation
• An understanding of marketing, promotion, and events management in a hospitality context
• Demonstrable knowledge of the hospitality sector within North Wales
• Strong IT skills

Being a Personal License holder would be an advantage. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable but not essential for this role.

This is a full time, permanent position; weekend and evening working may be necessary on occasion to fulfil the requirements of the role.

If you would like to play a key part in developing and enhancing one of North Wales’ top tourist attractions we look forward to hearing from you.

Apply below or contact us for more information.

Rheolwr Bwyd a Diod

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyflog: Cyflog Cystadleuol yn dechrau o ‘£35k’ y flwyddyn

Ydych chi’n rheolwr profiadol yn y maes lletygarwch, yn chwilio am her newydd?

• Cyflog Cystadleuol yn dechrau o ‘£35k’ y flwyddyn
• Amserlen gweithio hyblyg, 40 awr yr wythnos
• O leiaf 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Buddiannau teithio ar RhFfE ac ar y rheilffyrdd cenedlaethol yn unol â rheolau Teithio Staff y Rheilffyrdd a oedd yn eu lle ar adeg cyflogaeth.

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn ddau o’r rheilffyrdd treftadaeth fwyaf poblogaidd y DU a’u lleolwyd ynghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Mae ein gweithrediadau arlwyo helaeth yn rhan hanfodol o’n busnes, gan ddarparu lefelau eithriadol o wasanaeth i’n cwsmeriaid.

Rydym yn chwilio am arweinydd ysbrydoledig, uchelgeisiol i ymgymryd rôl o reoli’r ddarpariaeth arlwyo a lletygarwch ar draws y rheilffyrdd. Bydd hyn yn cynnwys rheoli Spooner’s, ein caffi a’n Bar yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr, Porthmadog; Ystafelloedd De Gorsaf Tan y Bwlch; a’n lletygarwch ar y trên. Byddwch yn gyfrifol am adfywio ein gwasanaethau arlwyo a lletygarwch, gan ail-lansio Spooner’s fel chwaraewr allweddol ar faes lletygarwch Gogledd Cymru. Byddwch yn ymwneud â recriwtio, hyfforddi a rheoli tîm o weithwyr arlwyo proffesiynol medrus i ddarparu bwyd a diod o ansawdd uchel a gwasanaeth cwsmeriaid rhagorol.

Bydd gan yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus:

• Profiad profedig o weithio mewn amgylchedd arlwyo / lletygarwch ar lefel uwch reolwyr.
• Sgiliau cyfathrebu, arwain a rhyngbersonol rhagorol
• Gallu busnes profedig a gwybodaeth drylwyr o gyllidebu
• Dealltwriaeth drylwyr o iechyd a diogelwch, diogelwch bwyd a deddfwriaeth drwyddedu
• Dealltwriaeth o farchnata, hyrwyddo a rheoli digwyddiadau mewn cyd-destun lletygarwch
• Gwybodaeth amlwg o’r sector lletygarwch yng Ngogledd Cymru
• Sgiliau TG cryf

Byddai bod yn ddeiliad Trwydded Bersonol o fantais. Mae’r gallu i gyfathrebu yn Gymraeg yn ddymunol ond nid yn hanfodol ar gyfer y rôl hon.

Mae hon yn swydd lawn amser, barhaol; efallai y bydd angen gweithio ar y penwythnos a gyda’r nos o bryd i’w gilydd i gyflawni gofynion y rôl.

Os hoffech chwarae rhan allweddol wrth ddatblygu a gwella un o brif atyniadau twristiaeth Gogledd Cymru, edrychwn ymlaen at glywed gennych.

Gwnewch gais isod neu cysylltwch â ni am fwy o wybodaeth.

Commercial Department – Retail Supervisor

Start Date: ASAP Salary: Starting salary of £22,315 per annum

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are at the heart of the picturesque Snowdonia National Park and a major tourist attraction in North Wales. Our offer, aimed firmly at the tourism market place, stands out as being best in class.  

We are looking for a supervisor to join our retail operations. This role will include both working on the shop floor and assisting with managing sales through our ecommerce platforms.

• Starting salary of £22,315 per annum
• Permanent, full time position

This role will be based in our Porthmadog Harbour Station shop; however, the successful candidate may be required to work in our other shops on occasion. The ideal candidate will have experience in working in a retail environment, ideally through ecommerce platforms as well as traditional sales points. Responsibilities will include working in the shop, serving customers, answering customer queries and supervising other shop staff. In addition the successful candidate will process webshop orders and assist with the management of our webshop, epos and stock control systems.

• Experience of working in a retail environment
• Must be numerate and literate
• Must be IT confident
• An interest in, and experience of, retail aesthetics and design is desirable
• The ability to speak Welsh would be an advantage as would knowledge of the railways and their passengers; and the local area

Adran Fasnachol – Goruchwyliwr Manwerthu

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyflog:  Cyflog cychwynnol o £22,315 y flwydd

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yng nghalon Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri hardd ac yn atyniad mawr i dwristiaid yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae ein cynnig, sydd wedi’i anelu’n bendant at y farchnad dwristiaeth, yn sefyll allan fel y gorau yn y dosbarth.

Rydym yn chwilio am oruchwyliwr i ymuno â’n gweithrediadau manwerthu. Bydd y rôl hon yn cynnwys gweithio ar lawr y siop a chynorthwyo gyda rheoli gwerthiant trwy ein platfformau e-fasnach.

• Cyflog cychwynnol o £22,315 y flwyddyn
• Swydd barhaol, llawn amser
• Lleiafswm o 28 ddiwrnod o wyliau â thal, gan gynnwys pob gwyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Buddiannau teithio ar RhFFE ac ar y rheilffyrdd cenedlaethol yn unol â rheolau Teithio Staff y Rheilffyrdd a oedd yn eu lle ar adeg cyflogaeth

Bydd y rôl hon wedi’i lleoli yn ein siop yng Ngorsaf Harbwr Porthmadog; fodd bynnag, efallai y bydd angen i’r ymgeisydd llwyddiannus weithio yn ein siopau eraill o bryd i’w gilydd. Bydd gan yr ymgeisydd delfrydol brofiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd manwerthu, yn ddelfrydol trwy lwyfannau e-fasnach yn ogystal â phwyntiau gwerthu traddodiadol. Bydd y cyfrifoldebau’n cynnwys gweithio yn y siop, gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid, ateb ymholiadau cwsmeriaid a goruchwylio staff eraill y siop. Yn ogystal bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn prosesu archebion gwe-siopau ac yn cynorthwyo gyda rheoli ein siop we, epos a systemau rheoli stoc.

• Profiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd manwerthu
• Swydd Blaen Tŷ felly bydd sgiliau cyfathrebu da ac gwaredigaeth siriol yn hanfodol
• Rhaid fod yn rhifog ac yn llythrennog
• Rhaid bod yn hyderus gyda TG
• Mae diddordeb mewn, a phrofiad o, estheteg manwerthu a dylunio yn ddymunol
• Byddai’r gallu i siarad Cymraeg o fantais fel y byddai gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd a’u teithwyr; a’r ardal leol

Food & Beverage Assistant – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: March 18th 2024 Rate of pay   £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over, £8.60 per hour for under 21s

We are looking for hardworking, enthusiastic individuals to join our dedicated team of front of house staff working in Spooner’s.

• Seasonal contract from 18 th March to 1 st November 2024, with the possibility of extension to January 2025
• Flexible shifts to suit candidate: minimum 2 days per week, maximum 5 days per week, weekdays and weekends; or weekends and school holidays

Key duties will include serving customers either at the café counter, at table, or at the bar; handling money, clearing tables and assisting with kitchen duties. Successful candidates may also be asked to work at the Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Room, or on our train services as a Steward, providing variety and the opportunity to develop your skills. Experience of working in a café or restaurant would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, busy environment. The ideal candidate would be flexible and able to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends. Hours of work will vary and hours may be available to suit candidate, with up to 40 hours per week available during the busy summer season.

Cynorthwyydd Bwyd a Diod – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed o Mawrth Cyflog: £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed ag drosodd; £8.60 yr awr ar gyfer rhai o dan 21 oed

Rydym yn edrcyh am unigolion brwdfrydig, gweithgar i ymuno â’n tîm ymroddedig o staff blaen tŷ sy’n gweithio yn Spooner’s.

• £10.42 yr awr ar gyfer ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol), £8.00 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed
• Cytundeb tymhorol tan y 5ed o Dachwedd 2023, gyda phosibilrwydd o estyniad hyd at Ionawr 2024
• Swyddi amser llawn neu ran amser / rhannu swydd ar gael; efallai y bydd swydd penwythnosau a gwyliau ysgol ar gael hefyd
• Cyfwerth pro rata o 29 ddiwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid naill ai wrth gownter y caffi, wrth y bwrdd, neu wrth y bar; trin arian, clirio byrddau a chynorthwyo gyda dyletswyddau cegin. Efallai y gofynnir hefyd i ymgeiswyr llwyddiannus weithio yn Ystafell De Gorsaf Tan y Bwlch, gan ddarparu amrywiaeth a chyfle i ddatblygu eich sgiliau. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn caffi neu fwyty o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu.

• Byddai’r gallu i siarad Cymraeg o fantais fel y byddai gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd a’u teithwyr; a’r ardal leol.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gyfforddus tra’n gweithio mewn amgylchedd prysur a chyflym. Byddai’r ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio sifftiau dros ddyddiau, gyda’r nos ac ar benwythnosau.

Welder / Fabricator – Boston Lodge Works

Start Date: ASAP Rate of pay: I n the range of £23,796 – £26,620 per annum dependent on experience

We are looking to recruit a Welder / Fabricator to join our engineering workshop team. The Workshops are responsible for the building and maintaining of the Company’s fleet of steam and diesel locomotives in accordance with current and developing Festiniog Railway Company policies and plans, and also undertake contract work for other Heritage Railways and associated organisations.

This permanent, full time position will be based at Boston Lodge Engineering Works, Minffordd, near Porthmadog.

• Salaries in the range of £23,796 – £26,620 per annum dependent on experience

Candidates must have an NVQ level 2 or higher in Fabrication and Welding; and be able to use MIG, TIG and arc welding processes. The ability to use plasma and oxy fuel gas cutting processes is desirable. Candidates must be familiar with working to technical fabrication drawings, and using their own initiative to build items as requested from sketches and verbal instructions, with an ability to manufacture to stringent tolerances as each task requires. The successful candidate will show an interest in and aptitude for learning new and different skills in the manufacture of railway locomotives and other associated tasks.

• NVQ level 2 or higher in Fabrication and Welding, or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience in practical fabrication and metalwork
• IT literate

Weldiwr / ‘Fabricator’ – Gweithdai Boston Lodge

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyflog:  £23,796 – £26,620 y flwyddyn yn dibynnu ar brofiad

Yma ar Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri (RhFfE), rydym yn edrych i gyfnerthu ein safle fel un o brif atyniadau twristiaeth yng Nghornel Llaw Chwith Uchaf Cymru. Mae ein Gweithdai Boston Lodge yn darparu cyfuniad unigryw o adeiladu modern arloesol a blaengar a chadw a dehongli treftadaeth. Rydym yn falch o gyhoeddi cyfle prin a chyffrous i rywun ymuno â’r staff parhaol sy’n gweithio yn yr amgylchedd unigryw hwn.

Rydym am recriwtio weldiwr / ‘fabricator’ i ymuno â’n tîm gweithdy peririanneg. Mae’r gweithdai yn gyfrifol am adeiladu a chynnal fflyd y Cwmni o locomotifau stêm a disel yn unol â pholisïau a chynlluniau cyfredol a datblygol Cwmni Rheilffordd Festiniog, ac maent hefyd yn gwneud gwaith contract ar gyfer Rheilffyrdd Treftadaeth eraill a sefydliadau cysylltiedig.

Bydd y swydd barhaol, amser llawn hon wedi’i leoli yng Ngweithdai Boston Lodge, Minffordd, ger Porthmadog.

• Cyflogau o ££23,796 – £26,620 y flwyddyn yn dibynnu ar brofiad
• leiaf 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a gwyliau cyhoeddus

Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr ‘NVQ’ lefel 2 neu’n uwch mewn ‘Fabrication’ a Weldio; a gallu defnyddio prosesau MIG, TIG a weldio arc. Mae’r gallu i ddefnyddio prosesau torri plasma ac nwy thanwydd ‘oxy’ yn ddymunol. Rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod yn gyfarwydd â gweithio i luniadau saernïo technegol, a defnyddio blaengaredd eu hunain i adeiladu eitemau yn ôl y gofyn o frasluniau a chyfarwyddiadau llafar, gyda’r gallu i gynhyrchu i oddefiadau llym yn ôl gofynion pob tasg. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn dangos diddordeb a thueddfryd i ddysgu sgiliau newydd a gwahanol wrth weithgynhyrchu locomotifau rheilffordd a thasgau cysylltiedig eraill.

Sgiliau craidd:

• ‘NVQ’ lefel 2 neu’n uwch mewn Ffabrigo a Weldio, neu gymhwyster cyfatebol
• Profiad profedig mewn saernïo ymarferol a gwaith metel
• Sgiliau cyfathrebu a trefnu da
• Llythrennol TG

Chef – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: March 2024 Salary: In the range £24,500 – £26,000 per annum pro rata, dependent on experience

• Salary in the range £24,500 – £26,000 per annum pro rata, dependent on experience
• Permanent contract to start March 2024
• Travel benefits on national rail services according to the Rail Staff Travel rules in place at the time of employment

The successful candidate will be part of our kitchen team in the preparation and cooking of meals to order, providing good quality, locally sourced food from our menus. Experience of working as a professional chef is desirable, however candidates with a passion and flair for cooking will be considered.

Gogydd – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: Mawrth 2024 Cyflog: Rhwng £24,500 – £26,000 y flwyddyn pro rata, yn dibynnu ar brofiad

Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yw dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Spooner’s yw ein prif allfa arlwyo wedi’i leoli yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog, ac mae’n darparu lefel uchel o wasanaeth trwy gydol y dydd.

• Cyflog rhwng £24,500 – £26,000 y flwyddyn pro rata, yn dibynnu ar brofiad
• Cytundeb parhaol i ddechrau Mawrth 2024
• Manteision teithio ar wasanaethau rheilffordd cenedlaethol yn unol â rheolau Teithio Staff y Rheilffyrdd a oedd yn eu lle ar adeg cyflogaeth

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn rhan o’n tîm cegin wrth baratoi a choginio prydau bwyd i’w harchebu, gan ddarparu bwyd lleol o ansawdd da o’n bwydlenni. Mae profiad o weithio fel cogydd proffesiynol yn ddymunol, fodd bynnag bydd ymgeiswyr sydd ag angerdd a dawn coginio yn cael eu hystyried.

• Y gallu i gyfathrebu’n effeithiol, yn lafar ac yn ysgrifenedig

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn ffynnu yn gweithio mewn amgylchedd cyflym a chyffrous. Byddai’r ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg ac yn barod i weithio sifftiau dros ddyddiau, gyda’r nos ac ar benwythnosau.

Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr am y swydd hon yr hawl i weithio yn y DU ar hyn o bryd, ni all Cwmni Rheilffordd Festiniog gynnig nawdd i geisiadau Visa.

Infrastructure Manager

Start Date: ASAP Rate of pay: Negotiable salary, in the vicinity of £45k per annum, dependant on experience

Here on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways we are looking to consolidate our position as one of the premier heritage railways in the UK. We are looking for a knowledgeable and multi-talented Infrastructure Manager to lead our Infrastructure Department and influence the development of railway infrastructure across the heritage railway sector.

• Negotiable salary, in the vicinity of £45k per annum, dependant on experience
• Enrolment into the Company pension scheme after a qualifying period
• Staff discounts and travel benefits on the Ff&WHR, and on national rail according to the Rail Staff Travel rules in place at the time of employment.

This is a full time, permanent position, based at our Infrastructure Depot in Minffordd, Penrhyndeudraeth.

As one of the UK’s leading Heritage Railways we have big plans for ensuring our railway is sustainable for many years to come. The successful applicant will be a member of the Senior Management team with direct responsibility for the Infrastructure of the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways and with overall responsibility for managing the following departmental teams:

• Permanent Way
• Signalling & Telecoms
• Buildings, Structures & Earthworks
• Lineside Clearance
• Information Technology

The Infrastructure manager has responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance of our assets and the planning and delivery of our annual ‘Winter Works Programme’. This annual programme is carried out every winter over a period of 20 weeks, whilst the railway is closed to traffic.

The successful applicant will also be a key member of the team that plans and oversees the railway’s Capital Development Project Work, currently focussed on improving our facilities at our Boston Lodge and Dinas workshops. You will also have responsibility for leading the competence development of our team of paid and voluntary staff within the Infrastructure Department. Collaboratively working with our Safety Professional, you will be expected to work on a programme of continuous safety improvement that is forward thinking and in line with current legislation.

• Proven and extensive experience of railway infrastructure
• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience
• Experience of senior level management
• Experience in managing a significant budget
• Fully competent in the use of IT
• Membership of a relevant professional body would be an advantage

For more information please contact us.

Apply below or send your CV and covering letter to [email protected] .

Applicants for this position must have the existing right to work in the UK. The Festiniog Railway Company is not able to offer sponsorship of Visa applications.

Rheolwr Seilwaith

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyflog:  Cyflog i’w drafod, yn y cyffiniau o £45k y flwyddyn, yn ddibynnol ar brofiad

Yma ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri rydym am atgyfnerthu ein safle fel un o brif reilffyrdd treftadaeth y DU. Rydym yn chwilio am Reolwr Seilwaith gwybodus ac aml-dalentog i arwain ein Hadran Seilwaith a dylanwadu ar ddatblygiad seilwaith rheilffyrdd ar draws y sector rheilffyrdd treftadaeth.

• Cyflog i’w drafod, yn y cyffiniau o £45k y flwyddyn, yn ddibynnol ar brofiad
• O leiaf 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys pob gwyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Ymrestriad i gynllun pensiwn y Cwmni ar ôl cyfnod cymhwyso
• Gostyngiadau staff a buddion teithio ar RhFfE, ac ar y rheilffyrdd cenedlaethol yn unol â rheolau Teithio Staff y Rheilffyrdd a oedd yn eu lle ar adeg cyflogaeth.

Mae hon yn swydd lawn amser, barhaol, wedi’i lleoli yn ein Depo Isadeiledd ym Minffordd, Penrhyndeudraeth.

Fel un o brif Reilffyrdd Treftadaeth y DU mae gennym ni gynlluniau mawr i sicrhau bod ein rheilffordd yn gynaliadwy am flynyddoedd i ddod. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn aelod o’r Uwch Dîm Rheoli gyda chyfrifoldeb uniongyrchol am Isadeiledd Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri a gyda chyfrifoldeb cyffredinol am reoli’r timau adrannol canlynol:

• Ffordd Barhaol
• Signalau a Thelathrebu
• Adeiladau, Adeileddau a Chloddweithiau
• Clirio Ymyl y Llinell
• Technoleg Gwybodaeth

Mae’r Rheolwr Seilwaith yn gyfrifol am oruchwylio’r gwaith o gynnal a chadw ein hasedau o ddydd i ddydd a chynllunio a chyflawni ein ‘Rhaglen Gwaith Gaeaf’ flynyddol. Cynhelir y rhaglen flynyddol hon bob gaeaf dros gyfnod o 20 wythnos, tra bod y rheilffordd ar gau i draffig.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus hefyd yn aelod allweddol o’r tîm sy’n cynllunio ac yn goruchwylio Gwaith Prosiect Datblygu Cyfalaf y rheilffordd, sy’n canolbwyntio ar hyn o bryd ar wella ein cyfleusterau yn ein gweithdai yn Boston Lodge a Dinas. Byddwch hefyd yn gyfrifol am arwain datblygiad cymhwysedd ein tîm o staff cyflogedig a gwirfoddol yn yr Adran Seilwaith. Gan weithio ar y cyd â’n Gweithiwr Diogelwch Proffesiynol, bydd disgwyl i chi weithio ar raglen o welliant diogelwch parhaus sy’n flaengar ac yn unol â deddfwriaeth gyfredol.

• Profiad helaeth a phrofedig o seilwaith rheilffyrdd
• Addysg hyd at lefel gradd mewn pwnc perthnasol, neu brofiad proffesiynol cyfatebol
• Profiad o reoli lefel uwch
• Profiad o reoli cyllideb sylweddol
• Cwbl gymwys yn y defnydd o TG
• Byddai aelodaeth o gorff proffesiynol perthnasol o fantais
• Bydd y gallu i gyfathrebu trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn ddymunol

Am fwy o wybodaeth cysylltwch â ni.

Gwnewch gais isod neu anfonwch eich CV a llythyr eglurhaol i [email protected]

Rhaid bod gan ymgeiswyr am y swydd hon yr hawl bresennol i weithio yn y DU. Nid yw Cwmni Rheilffordd Festiniog yn gallu cynnig nawdd i geisiadau Visa.

On Train Steward – Harbour Station Porthmadog or Caernarfon Station

Start Date: March 18th 2024 Rate of pay   £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over; £8.60 per hour for under 21s

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are at the heart of the Snowdonia National Park and a major tourist attraction in North Wales. Our offer, aimed firmly at the tourism market place, stands out as being best in class. We operate trains daily from late March to the end of October.

We are looking for a number of people to work on our trains on either the Ffestiniog Railway or the Welsh Highland Railway.

• £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over; £8.60 per hour for under 21s
• Seasonal contract from 18 th March to 1 st November 2024, with the possibility of extension to the start of January 2025

Key duties involve greeting passengers, providing information and telling factual stories about the railways, selling guidebooks, and assisting with the provision of basic refreshments in standard class and our luxury service in Gold class. In addition on Welsh Highland Railway services stewards will be providing an at seat trolley refreshment service.

Positions may be based in Porthmadog, Caernarfon, or other starting points as required.  

The successful candidates will have an enthusiasm for working in the hospitality, catering or tourism industries and a willingness to learn, develop and contribute to the team. Previous experience in a customer service role would be an advantage but full training will be provided.

• ‘Front of House’ position so a cheerful and helpful disposition is essential
• Must be presentable and approachable at all times
• Able to communicate information in a clear and friendly manner
• Pro-active and able to work on own initiative
• Must be numerate, literate and have basic computer skills

This is a predominantly Welsh speaking area and the Company operates a bilingual policy. The ability to converse in Welsh is therefore desirable for these posts. Knowledge of locations on the Railways and their use by visitors is required for this position, knowledge of Porthmadog and / or Caernarfon and the surrounding area would be an advantage.

Candidates must be flexible and able to work weekdays and weekends. Hours of work will vary and hours may be available to suit candidate, with up to 40 hours per week available during the busy summer season.

Stiward ar y Trên – Gorsaf Harbwr Porthmadog neu Gorsaf Caernarfon

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed o Mawrth Cyflog:  £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed ag drosodd; £8.60 yr awr ar gyfer rhai o dan 21 oed

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yng nghalon Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri ac yn atyniad mawr i dwristiaid yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae ein cynnig, sydd wedi’i anelu’n bendant at y farchnad dwristiaeth, yn sefyll allan fel y gorau yn y dosbarth. Rydym yn gweithredu trenau bob dydd o ddiwedd mis Mawrth i ddiwedd mis Hydref.

Rydym yn chwilio am sawl person i weithio ar ein trenau ar naill ai Rheilffordd Ffestiniog neu Reilffordd Eryri.

• £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed ag drosodd; £8.60 yr awr ar gyfer rhai o dan 21 oed
• Contract tymhorol rhwng 18fed o Mawrth i’r 1af o Dachwedd 2024, gyda’r posibilrwydd o estyniad hyd at gychwyn Ionawr 2025
• Sifftiau hyblyg i weddu’r ymgeisydd: o leiaf 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos, yn ystod yr wythnos ac ar benwythnosau; neu penwythnosau a gwyliau
• Cyfwerth pro rata o 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâlgan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Ymrestriad i gynllyn pensiwn y cwmni ar ôl cyfnod cymhwyso
• Manteision teithio ar Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri a gostyngiadau staff mewn siopau a chaffis

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys cyfarch teithwyr, darparu gwybodaeth ac adrodd straeon ffeithiol am y rheilffyrdd, gwerthu arweinlyfrau, a chynorthwyo gyda darparu lluniaeth sylfaenol yn y dosbarth safonol a ein gwasanaeth moethus yn y dosbarth Aur. Yn ogystal ar wasanaethau Rheilffordd Eryri bydd stiwardiaid yn darparu gwasanaeth lluniaeth troli wrth seddi.

Gall swyddi fod ym Mhorthmadog, Caernarfon, neu fannau cychwyn eraill yn ôl yr angen.

Bydd gan yr ymgeiswyr llwyddiannus frwdfrydedd dros weithio yn y diwydiannau lletygarwch, arlwyo neu dwristiaeth a pharodrwydd i ddysgu, datblygu a chyfrannu at y tîm. Byddai profiad blaenorol mewn rôl gwasanaeth cwsmeriaid o fantais ond bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu.

• Swydd ‘Blaen Tŷ’ felly bydd sgiliau cyfathrebu da a gwarediad siriol yn bwysig
• Rhaid bod yn daclus ac yn hawdd mynd ato bob amser
• Ymddangosiad smart gan ddilyn côd gwisg
• Gallu cyfathrebu gwybodaeth mewn modd clir a chyfeillgar
• Rhagweithiol a gallu gweithio ar eich menter eich hun
• Rhaid bod yn rhifog, llythrennog ac hefo sgiliau cyfrifiadurol sylfaenol

Mae hon yn ardal Gymraeg ei hiaith yn bennaf ac mae’r Cwmni yn gweithredu polisi dwyieithrwydd. Felly, mae’r gallu i sgwrsio yn Gymraeg yn ddymunol ar gyfer y swyddi hyn. Mae angen gwybodaeth am leoliadau ar y Rheilffyrdd a’u defnydd gan ymwelwyr ar gyfer y swydd yma, byddai gwybodaeth o Borthmadog a/neu Gaernarfon a’r cyffiniau yn fanteisiol.

Rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio yn ystod yr wythnos ac ar benwythnosau. Bydd oriau gwaith yn amrywio ac efallai y bydd oriau ar gael i weddu i’r ymgeisydd, gyda hyd at 40 awr yr wythnos ar gael yn ystod tymor prysur yr haf.

Commercial Assistant / Station Co-ordinator – Porthmadog

Start Date: March 18th 2024 Rate of pay   £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies), £8.60 per hour for under 21s

We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic individual to join our commercial team based at our station in Porthmadog, travelling to other stations as required.

• £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies), £8.60 per hour for under 21s
• Seasonal contract from 18 th March to 1 st November 2024
• Variable hours; minimum 16 hours a week with additional hours to cover busy times and other roles

Based at Porthmadog, the successful candidate may be required to work at any of the staffed stations on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways including Beddgelert and Blaenau Ffestiniog. Key duties for this role will include greeting passengers, serving customers, handling money, selling tickets and shop items, answering passenger queries, and assisting passengers with booking enquiries. The successful candidate may also act as an On Train Steward on our Quarryman service from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog; greeting passengers, providing information and telling factual stories about the railways, selling guidebooks, and providing basic refreshments. Experience of working in a retail and/or customer service environment would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will thrive working in a busy environment and will be able to manage their own time effectively.

This is a predominantly Welsh speaking area and the Company operates a bilingual policy. The ability to converse in Welsh is therefore desirable for these posts. Knowledge of Porthmadog and the surrounding area is required for this position, knowledge of other locations on the Railways and their use by visitors would be an advantage.

Cynorthwyydd Masnachol / Cydlynydd Gorsaf – Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed o Mawrth Cyflog:  £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed a throsodd, £8.60 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth fwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Rydym yn gweithredu trenau bob dydd o ddiwedd mis Mawrth i ddiwedd mis Hydref.

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn cyfeillgar a brwdfrydig i ymuno â’n tîm masnachol sydd wedi’i leoli yn ein gorsaf ym Porthmadog, ac i teithio i orsafoedd eraill yn ôl yr angen.

• Cytundeb tymhorol o’r 18fed o Mawrth hyd at y 1af o Dachwedd 2024
• Oriau amrywiol; lleiafswm o 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos gydag oriau ychwanegol ar gyfer amseroedd prysur a swyddi eraill

Wedi’i leoli ym Mhorthmadog, mae’n bosibl y bydd angen i’r ymgeisydd llwyddiannus weithio yn unrhyw un o’r gorsafoedd â staff ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri gan gynnwys Beddgelert a Blaenau Ffestiniog. Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol y rôl hon yn cynnwys cyfarch teithwyr, gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid, trin arian, gwerthu tocynau ac eitemau siop, ateb ymholiadau teithwyr, a chynorthwyo teithwyr i archebu. Gall yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus hefyd weithredu fel Stiward ar y Tren ar wasenath Y Chwarelwr; cyfarch teithwyr, darparu gwybodaeth ac adrodd straeon ffeithiol am y rheilffyrdd, gwerthu arweinlyfrau, a chynorthwyo gyda darparu lluniaeth sylfaenol. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd manwerthu a/neu wasanaeth cwsmeriaid o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn ffynnu yn gweithio mewn amgylchedd prysur ac yn gallu rheoli ei amser ei hun yn effeithiol.

Mae hon yn ardal Gymraeg ei hiaith yn bennaf ac mae’r Cwmni yn gweithredu polisi dwyieithrwydd. Felly, mae’r gallu i sgwrsio yn Gymraeg yn ddymunol ar gyfer y swydd hon. Mae angen gwybodaeth o Borthmadog a’r cyffiniau ar gyfer y sefyllfa hon. Byddai gwybodaeth am leoliadau eraill ar y Rheilffyrdd a’u defnydd gan ymwelwyr yn fanteisiol.

Station Co-ordinator / On Train Steward – Blaenau Ffestiniog

We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic individual to join our commercial team based at our station in Blaenau Ffestiniog.

• Variable hours; minimum 16 hours a week with additional hours to cover busy times and other locations

Key duties for this role will include greeting passengers, serving customers, handling money, selling tickets and shop items, answering passenger queries, and assisting passengers with booking enquiries. The successful candidate will also act as an On Train Steward on our Quarryman service from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog; greeting passengers, providing information and telling factual stories about the railways, selling guidebooks, and providing basic refreshments. Experience of working in a retail and/or customer service environment would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will thrive working in a busy environment and will be able to manage their own time effectively. The ideal candidate would be willing and able to travel to other stations on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways to fulfil a similar role.

This is a predominantly Welsh speaking area and the Company operates a bilingual policy. The ability to converse in Welsh is therefore desirable for these posts. Knowledge of Blaenau Ffestiniog and the surrounding area is required for this position, knowledge of other locations on the Railways and their use by visitors would be an advantage.

Cydlynydd Gorsaf / Stiward ar y Tren – Blaenau Ffestiniog

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn cyfeillgar a brwdfrydig i ymuno â’n tîm masnachol sydd wedi’i leoli yn ein gorsaf ym Mlaenau Ffestiniog.

• Oriau amrywiol; lleiafswm o 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos gydag oriau ychwanegol ar gyfer amseroedd prysur a lleoliadau eraill

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol y rôl hon yn cynnwys cyfarch teithwyr, gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid, trin arian, gwerthu tocynau ac eitemau siop, ateb ymholiadau teithwyr, a chynorthwyo teithwyr i archebu. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus hefyd yn gweithio fel Stiward ar y Tren ar wasenath Y Chwarelwr; cyfarch teithwyr, darparu gwybodaeth ac adrodd straeon ffeithiol am y rheilffyrdd, gwerthu arweinlyfrau, a chynorthwyo gyda darparu lluniaeth sylfaenol. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd manwerthu a/neu wasanaeth cwsmeriaid o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn ffynnu yn gweithio mewn amgylchedd prysur ac yn gallu rheoli ei amser ei hun yn effeithiol. Byddai’r ymgeisydd delfrydol yn fodlon ac yn gallu teithio i orsafoedd eraill ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri i gyflawni rôl debyg.

Mae hon yn ardal Gymraeg ei hiaith yn bennaf ac mae’r Cwmni yn gweithredu polisi dwyieithrwydd. Felly, mae’r gallu i sgwrsio yn Gymraeg yn ddymunol ar gyfer y swydd hon. Mae angen gwybodaeth o Flaenau Ffestiniog a’r cyffiniau ar gyfer y sefyllfa hon. Byddai gwybodaeth am leoliadau eraill ar y Rheilffyrdd a’u defnydd gan ymwelwyr yn fanteisiol.

Start Date: ASAP Rate of pay   £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over, £8.60 per hour for under 21s

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated team of front of house staff working in Spooner’s.

• Permanent contract to start 18 th March 2024
• Variable hours: up to 40 hours per week during the operating season from March to October, reduced hours in winter months; minimum of 16 hrs per week guaranteed
• Travel benefits on national rail services according to the Rail Staff Travel rules in place at the time of employment.

Key duties will include serving customers either at the café counter, at table, or at the bar; handling money, clearing tables and assisting with kitchen duties. The successful candidate may also be asked to work at the Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Room, or on our train services as a Steward, providing variety and the opportunity to develop your skills. Experience of working in a café or restaurant would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, busy environment. The ideal candidate would be flexible and able to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends.

This is a predominantly Welsh speaking area and the Company operates a bilingual policy. The ability to converse in Welsh is therefore desirable for this post, but not essential. Knowledge of locations on the Railways and their use by visitors and knowledge of Porthmadog and the surrounding area would be an advantage.

Dyddiad cychwyn: ‘ASAP’ Cyflog: £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed ag drosodd; £8.60 yr awr ar gyfer rhai o dan 21 oed

• Cytundeb parhaol i ddechrau 18fed o Mawrth
• Oriau amrywiol: hyd at 40 awr yr wythnos yn ystod y tymor gweithredu o fis Mawrth i fis Hydref, llai o oriau yn ystod misoedd y gaeaf; isafswm o 16 awr yr wythnos wedi’i warantu
• Manteision teithio ar wasanaethau rheilffordd cenedlaethol yn unol â rheolau Teithio Staff y Rheilffyrdd a oedd yn eu lle ar adeg cyflogaeth.

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid naill ai wrth gownter y caffi, wrth y bwrdd, neu wrth y bar; trin arian, clirio byrddau a chynorthwyo gyda dyletswyddau cegin. Efallai y gofynnir hefyd i ymgeiswyr llwyddiannus weithio yn Ystafell De Gorsaf Tan y Bwlch, neu ar y trên fel Stiward, gan ddarparu amrywiaeth a chyfle i ddatblygu eich sgiliau. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn caffi neu fwyty o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gyfforddus tra’n gweithio mewn amgylchedd prysur a chyflym. Rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio yn ystod yr wythnos ac ar benwythnosau. Bydd oriau gwaith yn amrywio ac efallai y bydd oriau ar gael i weddu i’r ymgeisydd, gyda hyd at 40 awr yr wythnos ar gael yn ystod tymor prysur yr haf.

Carriage Cleaner

Start Date: March 18th 2024 Salary:  £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies)

We are looking for a carriage cleaner to work with the small team ensuring the excellent presentation of our carriages on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways.

• Seasonal contract from Monday 18 th March to the end of October 2024
• Full time (up to 40 hours per week) or part time / job share position

The successful applicants will undertake a variety of cleaning tasks including cleaning carriages both internally and externally, and general cleaning duties including the station toilets. This position is based at Boston Lodge, near Porthmadog, and Harbour Station, Porthmadog, however you may be required to work at other locations on occasion. You must be able to work cleanly and tidily; ideally you will have experience of commercial cleaning, however lots of enthusiasm and a willingness to work hard is all that’s required as full training can be provided.

• Must be able to work alone or as part of a small team
• Must be willing to work outside in all weathers

Candidates should be flexible and able to work shifts any day of the week. This position will require lone working on occasion. Candidates may be required to work in locations not easily accessible by public transport and early starts may be required therefore access to private transport and a full driving licence are desirable. 

Glanhawr Cerbydau

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed Mawrth 2024 Cyflog:  £11.44 yr awr ar gyfer ymgeiswyr 21 oed ac drosodd (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn ddwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Rydym yn gweithredu trenau bob dydd o ddiwedd mis Mawrth i ddiwedd mis Hydref.

Rydym yn chwilio am lanhawr cerbydau i weithio gyda’r tîm bychan i sicrhau cyflwyniad ardderchog ein cerbydau ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri.

• £11.44 yr awr ar gyfer ymgeiswyr 21 oed ac drosodd (Cyflog Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol)
• Cytundeb tymhorol o Ddydd Llun 18 fed Mawrth i ddiwedd Hydref 2024
• Llawn amser (40 awr yr wythnos) neu rhan amser / swydd rhannu swydd
• Cyfwerth pro rata o 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl , gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Manteision teithio ar Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri a gostyngiadau staff mewn siopao a chaffis

Bydd yr ymgeiswyr llwyddiannus yn ymgymryd ag amrywiaeth o dasgau glanhau gan gynnwys glanhau cerbydau yn fewnol ac yn allanol, a dyletswyddau glanhau cyffredinol gan gynnwys toiledau’r orsaf. Lleolir y swydd hon yn Boston Lodge, tua Porthmadog ac Gorsaf Harbwr, Porthmadog, fodd bynnag efallai y bydd gofyn i chi weithio mewn lleoliadau eraill o bryd i’w gilydd. Rhaid eich bod yn gallu gweithio’n lân ac yn daclus; yn ddelfrydol bydd gennych brofiad o lanhau masnachol, ond mae llawer o frwdfrydedd a pharodrwydd i weithio’n galed yn angenrheidiol gan y gellir darparu hyfforddiant llawn.

• Bydd sgiliau cyfathrebu da a thueddiad siriol yn hanfodol
• Gallu gweithio ar eich menter eich hun neu yn ôl y cyfarwyddyd
• Gallu gweithio ar ben eich hun neu fel rhan o dîm bach
• Rhaid bod yn fodlon i weithio tu allan mewn pob tywydd
• Byddai’r gallu i siarad Cymraeg yn fantaisfel y byddai gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd a’u teithwyr, a’r ardal leol.

Dylai ymgeiswyr fod yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio sifftiau unrhyw ddiwrnod o’r wythnos. Bydd y swydd hon yn gofyn am weithio ar eich pen eich hun weithiau. Mae’n bosibl y bydd gofyn i ymgeiswyr weithio mewn lleoliadau nad ydynt yn hawdd eu cyrraedd ar drafnidiaeth gyhoeddus ac efallai y bydd angen dechrau’n gynnar, felly mae mynediad at drafnidiaeth breifat a thrwydded yrru lawn yn ddymunol.

Senior Chef – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: March 2024 Salary:  Negotiable competitive salary in the range £28,000 – £30,000 per annum

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. Spooner’s, our main catering outlet situated on Harbour Station in Porthmadog, is at the centre of our operations, delivering a high level of service from breakfast through to evening meals.

We are looking for an experienced chef to build and lead the dedicated kitchen team at Spooner’s. This will be a hands on role, the successful candidate will be expected to lead by example in the preparation and cooking of meals to order and will run the day to day operations of our busy kitchen, maximising profit and improving food service standards.

• Negotiable competitive salary in the range £28,000 – £30,000 per annum
• Permanent, full time position to start March 2024

We are looking for an inspirational motivator to lead the team whilst coming up with an innovative menu using fresh, local produce wherever possible to appeal to a wide customer base. Candidates should have proven experience of working as a chef in a managerial or supervisory role, this position offers the right candidate an excellent opportunity to step up to running their own kitchen.

• Proven experience of working in the food/catering industry
• Excellent food preparation and presentation skills
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work on own initiative and to motivate and lead by example
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of food and kitchen hygiene

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, buzzing environment. Candidates must be flexible and able to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends.

Uwch Gogydd – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: Mawrth 2024 Cyflog:  Cyflog cystadleuol i’w drafod rhwng £28,000 – £30,000 y flwyddyn

Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yw dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Mae Spooner’s, ein prif allfa arlwyo wedi’i leoli yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog, yn ganolog i’n gweithrediadau, yn darparu lefel uchel o wasanaeth o frecwast hyd at brydau gyda’r nos.

Rydym yn edrych am gogydd profiadol i adeiladu ac arwain y tîm cegin ymroddedig yn Spooner’s. Bydd hon yn rôl ymarferol, bydd disgwyl i’r ymgeisydd llwyddiannus arwain trwy esiampl wrth baratoi a choginio prydau i’w harchebu a bydd yn rhedeg gweithrediadau ein cegin brysur o ddydd i ddydd, yn uchafu elw a gwella safonau gwasanaeth bwyd.

• Cyflog cystadleuol i’w drafod rhwng £28,000 – £30,000 y flwyddyn
• Swydd barhaol, llawn amser i ddechrau ym mis Mawrth 2024

Rydym yn chwilio am ysgogydd ysbrydoledig i arwain y tîm tra’n meddwl am fwydlen arloesol sy’n defnyddio cynnyrch ffres, lleol lle bynnag y bo modd i apelio at sylfaen cwsmeriaid eang. Dylai fod gan ymgeiswyr brofiad profedig o weithio fel cogydd mewn rôl reoli neu oruchwylio, mae’r swydd hon yn cynnig cyfle gwych i’r ymgeisydd iawn gamu i fyny i redeg ei gegin ei hun.

• Profiad profedig o weithio yn y diwydiant bwyd/arlwyo
• Sgiliau paratoi a chyflwyno bwyd ardderchog
• Sgiliau arwain a rhyngbersonol profedig
• Y gallu i weithio ar eich menter eich hun ac i ysgogi ac arwain trwy esiampl
• Gwybodaeth a dealltwriaeth drylwyr o hylendid bwyd a chegin

Byddai’r gallu i siarad Cymraeg o fantais, yn ogystal â gwybodaeth am y rheilffyrdd, eu teithwyr a’r farchnad economaidd leol.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gyfforddus tra’n gweithio mewn amgylchedd cyflym a chyffrous. Rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio sifftiau dros ddyddiau, gyda’r nos ac ar benwythnosau.

Finance & Payroll Assistant – Harbour Station Porthmadog

Start Date: April 2023 Salary:  £21,900 – £23,200 pro rata dependant on experience.

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia.

We are looking for an honest, hardworking individual to join our Finance team working in our Porthmadog Office.

• Salary in the range £21,900 – £23,200 pro rata dependant on experience
• Permanent position, to start April 2023
• Part time position, approx. 32 hours per week over 4 or 5 days to suit candidate, usually Monday to Friday, however some weekend working may be required on occasion
• The pro rata equivalent of a minimum of 28 days paid holiday, inclusive of all bank and public holidays
• Company sick pay

Key duties will include payroll, purchase ledger, BACS payments and reconciliations. Knowledge of Sage Accounting & Payroll programs, as well as Excel & Word, is essential for this role along with proficiency in web based programmes. The successful candidate may also be required to provide relief cover for our cash office so having experience of working in a cash handling environment would be of benefit.

• Experience of working in a finance based administrative role is required
• A relevant qualification such as an AAT qualification at level 3 or above would be an advantage
• Must be numerate, literate and have excellent computer skills

Cynorthwyydd Cyllid a Chyflogres – Gorsaf Harbwr Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: Ebrill 2023 Cyflog:  £21,900 – £23,200 pro rata yn dibynnu ar brofiad.

Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yw dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri.

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn onest, gweithgar i ymuno â’n tîm Cyllid sy’n gweithio yn ein Swyddfa ym Mhorthmadog.

• Cyflog rhwng £21,900 – £23,200 pro rata yn dibynnu ar brofiad
• Swydd barhaol, i ddechrau Ebrill 2023
• Swydd rhan amser, tua. 32 awr yr wythnos dros 4 neu 5 diwrnod i weddu’r ymgeisydd, fel arfer o ddydd Llun i ddydd Gwener, ond efallai y bydd angen gweithio rhywfaint ar y penwythnos o bryd i’w gilydd
• Cyfwerth pro rata ag isafswm o 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys pob gwyliau banc a chyhoeddus
• Tâl salwch y cwmni

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys y gyflogres, cyfriflyfr prynu, taliadau BACS a chysoniadau. Bydd dealltwriaeth am raglenni ‘Sage Accounting & Payroll’, yn ogystal ag ‘Excel’ a ‘Word’, yn hanfodol ar gyfer y rôl hon ynghyd â hyfedredd mewn rhaglenni ar y we. Mae’n bosibl y bydd angen i’r ymgeisydd llwyddiannus hefyd ddarparu yswiriant wrth gefn ar gyfer ein swyddfa arian parod felly byddai cael profiad o weithio mewn amgylchedd trin arian parod o fudd.

• Mae angen profiad o weithio mewn rôl weinyddol yn seiliedig ar gyllid
• Byddai cymhwyster perthnasol fel cymhwyster ‘AAT’ ar lefel 3 neu uwch o fantais
• Rhaid bod yn rhifog, llythrennog ac hefo sgiliau cyfrifiadurol rhagorol
• Mae sgiliau cyfathrebu da a thueddiad siriol yn hanfodol

Maintenance Fitter – Boston Lodge

Start Date: ASAP Salary: In the range of £23,150 – £25,355 per annum dependent on experience

Here at the FfWHR we are looking to consolidate our position as one of the premier tourist attractions in North Wales. Our Engineering Works delivers a unique blend of innovation and preservation as we look after the old and the new. Increasingly our work involves sharing our history and skills with a wider audience. We are looking for someone to join the permanent staff team working in this unique and rewarding environment.

The role of Maintenance Fitter in our engineering workshop team is at the heart of our operation which needs someone that can think on their feet and turn their hand to a wide range of tasks. The Workshops are responsible for building and maintaining a large fleet of rolling stock. We also undertake contract work for other Heritage Railways and similar organisations.

• Salaries in the range of £23,150 – £25,355 per annum dependent on experience
• Permanent, full time position; 40 hours per week, usually Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend working as required.

The post is primarily based at Boston Lodge Engineering Works, near Porthmadog, but the successful candidate will be required to work at our Dinas Works near Caernarfon and other locations along the line from time to time.

Knowledge of the workings of Steam and Diesel locomotives would be advantageous, but not essential. We appreciate that knowledge of this kind of work is often built on experience as much as formal training and so we are keen to hear from anyone who feels they can demonstrate suitable experience. We may also be able to enhance your skills profile through further training.

Candidates must be familiar with working to engineering drawings, and using their own initiative to build and maintain items as requested from sketches and verbal instructions, along with an ability to work to stringent tolerances where necessary. The successful candidate will show an interest in and aptitude for learning new and different skills as our business adapts to a changing business environment.

• Proven experience of mechanical fitting
• Knowledge of pressurised pipelines and valve maintenance an advantage
• Varied experience of gearboxes, internal combustion engines, bearings, lubrication systems an advantage
• The ability to carry out simple turning and milling tasks on various machine tools would also be advantageous, though in house training will be given.
• NVQ level 2 or higher (or similar) qualifications are desirable but not essential
• Ability to work in a team
• Record keeping as per the company’s current systems

Gosodwr Mecanyddol – Boston Lodge

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog: Rhwng £23,150 – £25,355 y flwyddyn yn dibynnu ar brofiad

Yma yn RhFfE rydym eisiau atgyfnerthu ein safle fel un o brif atyniadau twristiaeth Gogledd Cymru. Mae ein Gweithdai Peirianneg yn cynnig cyfuniad unigryw o arloesi a chadwedigaeth wrth i ni ofalu am yr hen a’r newydd. Mae ein gwaith yn cynnwys rhannu ein hanes a’n sgiliau gyda chynulleidfa ehangach. Rydym yn chwilio am rywun i ymuno â’r tîm staff parhaol sy’n gweithio yn yr amgylchedd unigryw a gwerth chweil hwn.

Mae rôl Gosodwr Cynnal a Chadw yn ein tîm gweithdy peirianneg yn rhan hanfodol o’n gweithrediad ac felly mae angen rhywun sy’n gallu meddwl ar eu traed a throi eu llaw at ystod eang o dasgau. Mae’r Gweithdai’n gyfrifol am adeiladu a chynnal fflyd fawr o gerbydau. Rydym hefyd yn gwneud gwaith contract ar gyfer Rheilffyrdd Treftadaeth eraill a sefydliadau tebyg.

• Cyflogau rhwng £23,150 – £25,355 y flwyddyn yn dibynnu ar brofiad
• Swydd barhaol, amser llawn; 40 awr yr wythnos, fel arfer o Ddydd Llun i Ddydd Gwener, weithiau bydd achlysuron lle bydd angen gweithio ar benwythnos yn ôl yr angen.
• Lleiafswm o 28 diwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus

Lleolir y swydd yn bennaf yng Ngweithdai Peirianneg Boston Lodge, ger Porthmadog, ond bydd gofyn i’r ymgeisydd llwyddiannus weithio yn ein Gweithfeydd yn Ninas ger Caernarfon a lleoliadau eraill ar hyd y lein o bryd i’w gilydd.

Byddai gwybodaeth am weithrediad locomotifau Stêm a Disel yn fanteisiol, ond nid yn hanfodol. Rydym yn gwerthfawrogi bod gwybodaeth o’r math hwn o waith yn aml yn cael ei adeiladu ar brofiad llawn cymaint â hyfforddiant ffurfiol ac felly rydym yn awyddus i glywed gan unrhyw un sy’n teimlo y gallant ddangos profiad addas. Efallai y byddwn hefyd yn gallu gwella eich proffil sgiliau trwy hyfforddiant pellach.

Rhaid i ymgeiswyr fod yn gyfarwydd â gweithio i luniadau peirianyddol, a defnyddio eu menter eu hunain i adeiladu a chynnal eitemau yn ôl y gofyn o frasluniau a chyfarwyddiadau llafar, ynghyd â’r gallu i weithio i oddefiannau llym lle bo angen. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn dangos diddordeb a dawn i ddysgu sgiliau newydd a gwahanol wrth i’n busnes addasu i amgylchedd busnes sy’n newid.

• Profiad profedig o osod mecanyddol
• Bydd gwybodaeth am bibellau dan bwysau a chynnal a chadw falfiau yn fantais
• Profiad amrywiol o flychau gêr, peiriannau tanio mewnol, ‘bearings’, systemau iro yn fantais
• Byddai’r gallu i wneud tasgau troi a melino syml ar wahanol offer peiriannol hefyd yn fanteisiol, er y rhoddir hyfforddiant mewnol.
• Bydd cymwysterau ‘NVQ’ lefel 2 neu uwch (neu debyg) yn ddymunol ond nid yn hanfodol
• Yr gallu weithio mewn tîm
• Cadw cofnodion yn unol â systemau presennol y cwmni

Food & Beverage Assistant – Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Room

Start Date: March 18th 2024 Salary:  £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over, £8.60 per hour for under 21s

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Room is our refreshment room situated at the stunning Tan y Bwlch Station in the heart of the National Park.

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated team of front of house staff working in Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Room, Maentwrog.

• 5 days a week, up to 40 hours; a part time / job share position may be considered

Key duties will include serving customers, handling money, clearing tables and assisting with kitchen duties. The successful candidate will also work at Spooner’s in Porthmadog, or on our train services as a Steward, providing variety and the opportunity to develop your skills. Experience of working in a café or restaurant would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

The ideal candidate will be flexible and able to work shifts on weekdays and weekends. Occasional evening working may be required. Daily hours may be subject to seasonal variance, core hours 10am to 4pm. Due to the isolated location of the station candidates must have access to private transport for getting to and from work.

This is a predominantly Welsh speaking area and the Company operates a bilingual policy. The ability to converse in Welsh is therefore desirable for these posts, but not essential. Knowledge of locations on the Railways and their use by visitors and of the surrounding area would be an advantage.

Cynorthwyydd Bwyd a Diod – Ystafell De Orsaf Tan y Bwlch

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed o Fawrth Cyflog:  £11.44 yr awr ar gyfer ymgeiswyr 21 oed a throsodd, £8.60 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed

Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Ucheldir Cymru yw dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Ystafell De Orsaf Tan y Bwlch yw ein hystafell luniaeth yng Ngorsaf syfrdanol Tan y Bwlch yng nghanol y Parc Cenedlaethol.

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn gweithgar, brwdfrydig i ymuno â’n tîm ymroddedig o staff blaen tŷ sy’n gweithio yn Ystafell De orsaf Tan y Bwlch, Maentwrog.

• £11.44 yr awr ar gyfer ymgeiswyr 21 oed a throsodd, £8.60 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed
• Cytundeb tymhorol o 18fed o Fawrth i 1af o Dachwedd 2024
• 5 diwrnod yr wythnos, hyd at 40 awr; gellir ystyried rhannu swydd yn rhan amser
• Cyfwerth pro rata o 28 ddiwrnod o wyliau â thâl, gan gynnwys yr holl wyliau banc a chyhoeddus

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid, trin arian, clirio byrddau a chynorthwyo gyda dyletswyddau cegin. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus hefyd yn gweithio yn Spooner’s, Porthmadog, neu ar y trên fel Stiward, gan ddarparu amrywiaeth a chyfle i ddatblygu eich sgiliau. Byddai profiad o weithio mewn caffi neu fwyty o fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio sifftiau yn ystod yr wythnos ac ar benwythnosau. Efallai y bydd angen gweithio gyda’r nos yn achlysurol. Gall oriau dyddiol fod yn amodol ar amrywiad tymhorol, oriau craidd 10am i 4pm. Oherwydd lleoliad anghysbell yr orsaf mae’n rhaid i ymgeiswyr gael mynediad i gludiant preifat i fynd yn ôl ac ymlaen i’r gwaith.

Mae hon yn ardal Gymraeg ei hiaith yn bennaf ac mae’r Cwmni yn gweithredu polisi dwyieithrwydd. Felly, mae’r gallu i sgwrsio yn Gymraeg yn ddymunol ar gyfer y swyddi hyn. Byddai gwybodaeth am am leoliadau ar y Rheilffyrdd a’u defnydd gan ymwelwyr a’r cyffiniau yn fanteisiol.

Food & Beverage Team Leader – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: March 2023 Salary: £10.73 per hour dependant on experience

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to lead a dedicated team of front of house staff working in Spooner’s.

• £10.73 per hour dependant on experience
• Seasonal contract from 20 th March to 5 th November 2023, with the possibility of extension to January 2024
• Full time or part time / job share position available

The successful applicant will work in the café and bar of this busy catering outlet; maximizing profit and improving customer service standards. Our goal is to provide an exceptional service and experience which exceeds our customers’ expectations. In this role you will be required to supervise a small team of Food and Beverage Assistants and lead by example working on the café counter or bar; and serving customers at tables as required. Candidates should have proven experience of working in a catering / hospitality environment. This is a front of house position so you must have good communication skills and a friendly disposition.

Applicants for this position must be over 18 and have the existing right to work in the UK.

Arweinydd Tîm Bwyd a Diod – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: Mawrth 2023 Cyflog: £10.73 yr awr yn dibynnu ar brofiad

Rydym yn edrych am unigolyn brwdfrydig, gweithgar i arwain tîm ymroddedig o staff blaen tŷ sy’n gweithio yn Spooner’s.

• £10.73 yr awr yn dibynnu ar brofiad
• Cytundeb tymhorol o 20fed o Fawrth i 5ed o Dachwedd 2023, gyda phosibilrwydd o estyniad hyd at Ionawr 2024
• Swydd llawn amser neu ran amser / rhannu swydd ar gael

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gweithio yng nghaffi a bar y siop arlwyo brysur hon; gwneud y mwyaf o elw a gwella safonau gwasanaeth cwsmeriaid. Ein nod yw darparu gwasanaeth a phrofiad eithriadol sy’n rhagori ar ddisgwyliadau ein cwsmeriaid. Yn y rôl hon bydd gofyn i chi oruchwylio tîm bach o Gynorthwywyr Bwyd a Diod ac arwain trwy esiampl, gweithio ar gownter neu far y caffi; a gweini cwsmeriaid wrth fyrddau yn ôl yr angen. Dylai fod gan ymgeiswyr brofiad profedig o weithio mewn amgylchedd arlwyo / lletygarwch. Safle blaen tŷ yw hwn felly mae’n rhaid bod gennych sgiliau cyfathrebu da a thueddiad cyfeillgar.

Rhaid i ymgeiswyr am y swydd hon fod dros 18 oed a bod â’r hawl i weithio yn y DU ar hyn o bryd.

Catering department – Hospitality Team Member

Start Date: ASAP Salary:  £10.42 per hour for applicants aged 23 and over (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies), £8.00 per hour for under 21s

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. We have a number of catering outlets across the railways providing hospitality and catering to our customers.

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated team of hospitality staff working on our trains; in Spooner’s, our bar and restaurant in Porthmadog; or at Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Rooms.

• Seasonal contract for immediate start to 3 rd November 2023, with the likelihood of extension as business need dictates
• Casual position, flexible hours to suit candidate

This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience working in a variety of key hospitality and catering roles. You may be working on the train as a Steward one day, selling guidebooks and serving light refreshments, and then working in Spooner’s the next day assisting the chefs with preparing food in the kitchen. Key duties will include serving customers, handling money, clearing tables and assisting with kitchen duties. Successful candidates may be asked to work at Spooner’s; Tan y Bwlch Station Tea Room; Harbour Station, Porthmadog; or Dinas Station, near Caernarfon; so access to own transport would be beneficial for this role. Previous experience of working in hospitality and / or catering would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

• Experience in a Front of House (hospitality or catering) role

Adran Arlwyo – Aeold o’r Tîm Lletygarwch

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog:  £10.42 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd (Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm Cyflog ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol), £8.00 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed

Mae’r Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn dwy o’r reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Mae gennym nifer o fannau arlwyo ar draws y rheilffyrdd sy’n darparu lletygarwch ac arlwyo i’n cwsmeriaid.

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn gweithgar a brwdfrydig i ymuno â’n tîm ymroddedig o staff lletygarwch sy’n gweithio ar ein trenau; yn Spooner’s, ein bar a’n bwyty ym Mhorthmadog; neu yn Ystafelloedd Te Gorsaf Tan y Bwlch.

Gallwn gynnig y canlynol i chi:

• £10.42 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 23 oed a throsodd (Byw Cenedlaethol / Isafswm Cyflog ar gyfer oedran yn berthnasol), £8.00 yr awr i rai dan 21 oed
• Cytundeb tymhorol i gychwyn ar unwaith hyd at 3 o Tachwedd 2023, gyda’r tebygrwydd o estyniad yn ôl anghenion busnes
• Swydd achlysurol, oriau hyblyg i weddu i’r ymgeisydd
• Manteision teithio ar Reilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Ucheldir Cymru a gostyngiadau staff mewn siopau a chaffis.

Mae hwn yn gyfle cyffrous i ennill profiad o weithio mewn amrywiaeth o rolau lletygarwch ac arlwyo allweddol. Efallai y byddwch yn gweithio ar y trên fel Stiward un diwrnod, yn gwerthu arweinlyfrau ac yn gweini lluniaeth ysgafn, ac yna’n gweithio yn Spooner’s drannoeth yn cynorthwyo’r cogyddion i baratoi bwyd yn y gegin. Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid, trin arian, clirio byrddau a chynorthwyo gyda dyletswyddau cegin. Efallai y gofynnir i ymgeiswyr llwyddiannus weithio yn Spooner’s; Ystafell De Gorsaf Tan y Bwlch; Gorsaf yr Harbwr, Porthmadog; neu Gorsaf Dinas, ger Caernarfon; felly byddai mynediad i’ch cludiant eich hun yn fuddiol ar gyfer y rôl hon. Byddai profiad blaenorol o weithio ym maes lletygarwch a/neu arlwyo yn fantais ond nid yn hanfodol gan y bydd hyfforddiant llawn yn cael ei ddarparu.

• Profiad mewn rôl Blaen Tŷ (lletygarwch neu arlwyo).

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn ffynnu yn gweithio mewn amgylchedd prysur a chyflym. Byddai’r ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio shifftiau dros ddyddiau, gyda’r nos ac ar benwythnosau.

Food Preparation Assistant – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: March 18th 2024 Salary: £11.44 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over; £8.60 per hour for under 21s

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK’s most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. We are expanding our kitchen team at Spooner’s, our main catering outlet situated on Harbour Station in Porthmadog.

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated team of kitchen staff working in Spooner’s.

• Flexible shifts to suit candidate: minimum 2 days per week, maximum 5 days per week

Key duties will include preparing food for our picnic baskets, using fresh local produce, preparing sandwiches and light lunches to meet expected demand, or to order and assisting our team of chefs with providing our daytime and evening menus. You will also be responsible for basic kitchen tasks such as cleaning and washing up and may be required to work in our Tea Rooms at Tan y Bwlch station on occasion. The successful candidate will have a passion for preparing and presenting simple, good quality food. Previous experience of working in hospitality or catering is desirable, but not essential.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, able to work on weekdays or weekends and occasional evening shifts; and will be comfortable with lone working and early starts to prepare the picnic baskets to meet demand. Hours of work will vary and hours may be available to suit candidate, with up to 40 hours per week available during the busy summer season.

• Experience; either professionally or in a domestic setting; of preparing and presenting simple meals
• Must be a team player
• Must be able to work on own initiative

Cynorthwyydd Paratoi Bwyd – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed o Mawrth 2024 Cyflog:  £11.44 yr awr i ymgeiswyr 21 oed ag drosodd; £8.60 yr awr ar gyfer rhai o dan 21 oed

Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yw dwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Rydym yn ehangu ein tîm cegin yn Spooner’s, ein prif lecyn arlwyo wedi’i leoli yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog.

Rydym yn edrych am unigolyn brwdfrydig, gweithgar i ymuno â’n tîm ymroddedig o staff cegin sy’n gweithio yn Spooner’s.

• Sifftiau hyblyg i weddu’r ymgeisydd: o leiaf 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys paratoi bwyd ar gyfer ein basgedi picnic, defnyddio cynnyrch lleol ffres, paratoi brechdanau a chinio ysgafn i ateb y galw disgwyliedig, neu archebu a chynorthwyo ein tîm o gogyddion i ddarparu ein bwydlenni yn ystod y dydd a gyda’r nos. Byddwch hefyd yn gyfrifol am dasgau cegin sylfaenol fel glanhau a golchi llestri ac efallai y bydd gofyn i chi weithio yn ein Hystafelloedd Te yng ngorsaf Tan y Bwlch o bryd i’w gilydd. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus gyda angerdd am baratoi a chyflwyno bwyd syml o ansawdd da. Mae profiad blaenorol o weithio ym maes lletygarwch neu arlwyo yn ddymunol, ond nid yn hanfodol.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg, yn gallu gweithio yn ystod yr wythnos neu ar benwythnosau ac yn achlysurol sifftiau nos; a byddant yn gyfforddus gyda gweithio ar eich pen eich hun a dechrau’n gynnar i baratoi’r basgedi picnic i ateb y galw. Bydd oriau gwaith yn amrywio ac efallai y bydd oriau ar gael i weddu i’r ymgeisydd, gyda hyd at 40 awr yr wythnos ar gael yn ystod tymor prysur yr haf.

• Profiad; naill ai’n broffesiynol neu mewn lleoliad domestig; paratoi a chyflwyno prydau syml
• Rhaid bod yn chwaraewr tim
• Rhaid gallu gweithio ar eich menter eich hun

Bartender – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Start Date: March 18th Salary: £9.00 to £11.60 per hour dependant on age / experience

We are looking for Bartenders for Spooner’s CAMRA award-winning bar.

• £9.00 to £11.60 per hour dependant on age / experience
• Full time or part time / job share positions available

Key duties will include serving customers at the bar, handling money and clearing tables. Spooner’s works a team so candidates will be expected to help their colleagues working on the café counter or in the kitchen if required. Experience working a busy bar is preferred but not essential, as training will be given to the right candidate.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a fast-paced, buzzing environment. The ideal candidate will be flexible and able to work shifts over days, evenings and weekends. Hours available to suit candidate, up to 40 hours per week over 5 shifts.

• A basic knowledge of Cellar Management would be an advantage but is not essential
• An interest in the drinks industry and knowledge of Cask Ales, Wine and Cocktails would be advantageous

Applicants for this position must be aged 18 or over and have the existing right to work in the UK.

‘Bartender’ – Spooner’s Porthmadog

Dyddiad cychwyn: 18fed o Mawrth Cyflog: £9.00 i £11.60 yr awr yn dibynnu ar oedran / profiad

Mae Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri yn ddwy o reilffyrdd treftadaeth mwyaf poblogaidd y DU, wedi’u lleoli yng nghanol prydferthwch Eryri. Spooner’s yw ein prif lleoliad arlwyo wedi’i leoli yng Ngorsaf yr Harbwr ym Mhorthmadog, ac mae’n darparu lefel uchel o wasanaeth trwy gydol y dydd.

Rydym yn edrych am ‘Bartenders’ ar gyfer ein bar arobryn CAMRA, Spooner’s.

• £9.00 i £11.60 yr awr yn dibynnu ar oedran / profiad
• Llawn amser neu rhan amser / swyddi rhannu swydd ar gael

Bydd dyletswyddau allweddol yn cynnwys gwasanaethu cwsmeriaid wrth y bar, trin arian a chlirio byrddau. Mae Spooner’s yn gweithio fel tîm felly bydd disgwyl i ymgeiswyr helpu eu cydweithwyr sy’n gweithio ar gownter y caffi neu yn y gegin os oes angen. Mae profiad o weithio mewn bar prysur yn ddymunol ond nid yw’n hanfodol, gan y bydd hyfforddiant yn cael ei roi i’r ymgeisydd cywir.

Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn gyfforddus tra’n gweithio mewn amgylchedd cyflym a chyffrous. Bydd yr ymgeisydd delfrydol yn hyblyg ac yn gallu gweithio sifftiau dros ddyddiau, gyda’r nos ac ar benwythnosau. Oriau ar gael i weddu i’r ymgeisydd, hyd at 40 awr yr wythnos dros 5 shifft.

• Y gallu i weithio’n lân ac yn daclus
• Byddai gwybodaeth a dealltwriaeth sylfaenol o hylendid bwyd a chegin yn ddymunol
• Byddai gwybodaeth sylfaenol am Reoli Seler yn fantais ond nid yw’n hanfodol
• Byddai diddordeb yn y diwydiant diodydd a gwybodaeth am Gwrw ‘Cask’, Gwin a Choctels yn fanteisiol

Rhaid i ymgeiswyr am y swydd hon fod yn 18 oed neu’n hŷn a bod â’r hawl i weithio yn y DU.

Infrastructure Department – Permanent Way Supervisor

Start Date: ASAP Salary: £22k – £26k Dependent on experience

Here on the FfWHR we are looking to consolidate our position as one of the premier tourist attractions in the Top Left Hand Corner of Wales. To help us achieve this we are looking to expand our Permanent Way team. With nearly 60km of railway in use by our train services on a daily basis we now need to relay approximately 600m of track each winter to ensure the track remains in top condition.

The opportunity now exists for you to join us on this exciting journey. We are looking to recruit a supervisor for our small but dedicated Permanent Way gang. Permanent Way is responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of the track and installation of new track. The team also undertake other infrastructure related works (fencing, drainage, lineside clearance) in accordance with current and developing Festiniog Railway Company policies and plans.

This position will be based at the Infrastructure Depot, Minffordd, near Porthmadog.

Key Duties:

• Supervise permanent way work programmes across the railways
• Supervise and motivate paid staff, volunteers, and contractors
• Organise work programmes for volunteer work parties and induct and train new volunteers
• Utilize resources available to achieve programmes, objectives and targets as required to standards and specifications set
• Lead by example in undertaking permanent way work as required including repairing, replacing and maintaining track works and railway infrastructure and carrying out inspections
• Operate plant and equipment as required
• Ensure that records are maintained
• Carry out Risk Assessments as appropriate
• Understand and comply with the rules and working regulations of the Railway

Successful applicants will be expected to train as diesel locomotive drivers to operate works trains on the entire FfWHR network.

• Proven experience in Permanent Way maintenance
• Proven experience in supervising and leading small teams
• Full driving licence valid in the UK is essential
• Membership of Permanent Way Institute an advantage
• Salaries in the range of £22k – £26k dependent on experience

Goruchwyliwr Ffordd Barhaol

Dyddiad cychwyn: ASAP Cyflog: £22k – £26k Dependent on experience

Yma ar Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri (RhFfE), rydym yn edrych i gyfnerthu ein safle fel un o brif atyniadau twristiaeth yng Nghornel Llaw Chwith Uchaf Cymru. Er mwyn ein helpu i gyflawni hyn rydym yn edrych i ehangu ein tîm Ffordd Barhaol. Gyda bron i 60km o reilffordd yn cael ei ddefnyddio gan ein gwasanaethau trên yn ddyddiol, mae angen i ni nawr drosglwyddo tua 600m o drac bob gaeaf i sicrhau bod y trac yn parhau i fod yn y cyflwr gorau.

Mae’r cyfle nawr yn bodoli i chi ymuno â ni ar y siwrnai gyffrous hon. Rydym am recriwtio goruchwyliwr ar gyfer ein gang Ffordd Barhaol fach ond ymroddedig. Mae’r Ffordd Barhaol yn gyfrifol am archwilio, cynnal a chadw ac atgyweirio’r trac a gosod trac newydd. Mae’r tîm hefyd yn gwneud swyddi eraill sy’n gysylltiedig â seilwaith (ffensio, draenio, clirio ochr y llinell) yn unol â pholisïau a chynlluniau cyfredol a datblygol Cwmni Rheilffordd Festiniog.

Bydd y swydd hon wedi’i lleoli yn y Depo Seilwaith, Minffordd, ger Porthmadog.

Dyletswyddau allweddol:

• Goruchwylio rhaglenni gwaith ffordd barhaol ar draws y rheilffyrdd
• Goruchwylio ac ysgogi staff taledig, gwirfoddolwyr a chontractwyr
• Trefnu rhaglenni gwaith ar gyfer gweithgorau gwirfoddol a sefydlu a hyfforddi gwirfoddolwyr newydd
• Defnyddio’r adnoddau sydd ar gael i gyflawni rhaglenni, amcanion a thargedau yn ôl yr angen yn unol â’r safonau a’r manylebau a osodwyd
• Arwain trwy esiampl wrth wneud gwaith ffordd barhaol yn ôl yr angen gan gynnwys atgyweirio, ailosod a chynnal a chadw gwaith trac a seilwaith rheilffyrdd a chynnal archwiliadau
• Gweithredu peiriannau ac offer y gellir ei yrru yn ôl yr angen
• Sicrhau fod cofnodion yn cael eu cadw
• Cynnal Asesiadau Risg fel sy’n briodol
• Deall a chydymffurfio â rheolau a rheoliadau gweithio’r Rheilffordd

Disgwylir i ymgeiswyr llwyddiannus hyfforddi fel gyrwyr locomotif disel i weithredu trenau gwaith ar rwydwaith RhFfE cyfan.

• Profiad profedig mewn cynnal a chadw Ffordd Barhaol
• Profiad profedig o oruchwylio ac arwain timau bach
• Sgiliau cyfathrebu ac threfnu da
• TG llythrennog
• Mae trwydded yrru llawn sy’n ddilys yn y DU yn hanfodol
• Mae aelodaeth o Sefydliad Ffordd Barhaol yn fantais
• Mae’r gallu i gyfathrebu drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn ddymunol
• Cyflogau rhwng £22k a £26k yn ddibynnol ar brofiad
• Buddion teithio ar y RhFfE ac ar reilffyrdd cenedlaethol yn unol â’r rheolau Teithio Staff Rheilffordd a oedd ar waith ar adeg eu cyflogi.

Gwnewch gais isod neu anfonwch eich CV a’ch llythyr eglurhaol at [email protected]

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Score an Amtrak Auto Train Ticket for As Low As $75 — When to Book

The sale, which is available to book through July 31, is available for travel from now through Sept. 2.

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Tickets for Amtrak’s Auto Train are on sale for as little as $75, making it easier to travel up and down the East Coast without the burden of traffic snags.

The sale , which is available to book through July 31, is available for travel from now through Sept. 2, Amtrak shared with Travel + Leisure . Additionally, kids 2 to 12 years old ride free when accompanying an adult on the same reservation.

Tickets for the sale, which is available for both coach and first class private rooms, start at just $75, plus the cost of a vehicle. The sale is valid on travel in both ways between Lorton, Virginia, and Sanford, Florida.

A three-day advance purchase is required. To book, travelers must use the promo code “C521.”

The Auto Train operates nonstop between Virginia and Florida and takes about 17 and a half hours to make the full journey.

Travelers must purchase a ticket as well as pay extra for their vehicle, which can include cars, vans, and motorcycles. The cost of a vehicle varies by the type. Travelers can also purchase priority vehicle offloading with their tickets.

On board, passengers receive a complimentary continental breakfast before arrival in coach, while travelers in private Roomettes or bedrooms are treated to complimentary meals, priority boarding, and a dedicated first class attendant. Each private bedroom features an in-room sink, restroom, and shower.

Last year, Amtrak changed its fare structure , introducing two new fare options of “value” and “flex” and eliminating the previous options of “saver,” “value,” and “flexible” fares. Both of these new fare options are available on the Auto Train.

Beyond the Auto Train, Amtrak is expanding service between St. Paul, MN, and Chicago this summer and planning on bringing back and expanding its popular seasonal Berkshire Flyer train between New York City and the Berkshires.

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A New Airline for Dogs Takes Flight

Bark Air made its inaugural flight from New York and Los Angeles this week. But seats are pricey, costing up to $8,000

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Ask any pet parent, and they’ll tell you the same thing: Traveling with dogs is complicated.

Taking a road trip is one option, but driving can add hours or even days to the journey. And flying, while faster, presents its own set of challenges.

When it comes to pets who aren’t service animals, most commercial airlines only allow small dogs—typically, those weighing up to 20 pounds—to accompany their human owners in the aircraft’s cabin. And, even then, these companies require owners to keep their pup in a pet carrier that must be stowed under the seat in front of them for the entire flight. Larger dogs are relegated to the cargo hold beneath the plane—a terrifying and potentially dangerous experience.

Now, a new “ dog-first” airline aims to relieve all that stress. Bark Air , an airline created by the pet company Bark , took its inaugural flight on Thursday, transporting a sold-out plane full of pups and their human companions from New York to Los Angeles.

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“Right now, at an altitude of 30,000 feet, there is a flight filled with dogs,” the company wrote on Instagram . “Unlike any flight before it, these dogs are not merely an afterthought, nor are they treated as cargo or a burden to the crew and fellow travelers. Here, dogs are the foremost priority.”

To deliver its “white paw” service, the company is partnering with Talon Air , a private jet charter company that flies Gulfstream G500 jets.

Before takeoff, dogs can snack on treats and wear noise-canceling earmuffs and calming jackets to ensure they have a stress-free flight. Once in the air, flight attendants serve dogs their beverage of choice to help with any ear discomfort as the plane ascends and descends. Pups can choose whether to socialize with other dogs or stick close to their human.

“We think dogs should be right next to you on the seat, getting the same or—in our case—even better treatment and experiences than people do,” Dave Stangle, Bark’s vice president of brand marketing, tells the Points Guy ’s Harriet Baskas.

The flights aren’t cheap: It costs $6,000 for a dog and its human to book a one-way flight from New York to Los Angeles, or $8,000 for a ticket from New York to London.

The company’s executives acknowledged that the prices are “cost-prohibitive for most families,” but said they expect the flights to get cheaper as demand increases, CBS News ’ Megan Cerullo reports.

“Televisions, telephones, VCRs and DVD players, to automobiles, train and boat travel, and, yes, even human air travel—all of these started with very high prices until demand was proven and the costs could be brought lower by serving the masses,” wrote Matt Meeker, Bark’s chief executive officer and co-founder, in a May letter quoted by CBS News.

United States airlines transported 188,223 animals in 2022, the most recent year with available data from the Department of Transportation . Of those, seven animals died, one was injured and one was lost, resulting in an incident rate of 0.48 per 10,000. That’s similar to the prepandemic rate of 0.47 incidents per 10,000 animals in 2019, when U.S. airlines transported 404,556 animals.

Though the overall rate is low, airline incidents involving pets often make headlines . Even when flights go smoothly, many dogs experience discomfort and anxiety while flying in the cargo hold. To illustrate this point, Meeker volunteered to ride inside a crate in the cargo hold of a plane on a nearly four-hour flight from south Florida to New York City.

“I don’t know why any person would ever choose to do this to their dog,” Meeker said in a video posted on Instagram . “It’s an absolute horror show back here. There has to be a better way.”

Bark is not the first company to offer dog-friendly flights. K9 Jets , which launched in 2022 , offers pay-per-seat private jet service for dogs and their owners. The company flies to Dubai, Dublin, Florida, Frankfurt, Hawaii, Lisbon, London, Los Angeles, Milan, New Jersey and Paris. It can also accommodate cats, though it requires them to stay inside a carrier for the entire flight.

Some private jet companies, including NetJets and VistaJet, also cater to pets on flights. VistaJet , for example, serves “prime cuts of fresh meat and fish” upon request.

“I just don’t understand why the airlines don’t recognize the business opportunity,” Rusty Rueff, who has a French bulldog named Theo, told the New York Times ’ Christine Chung last year. “We’ll do anything for our pets, just like we’ll do anything for our children.”

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Sarah Kuta is a writer and editor based in Longmont, Colorado. She covers history, science, travel, food and beverage, sustainability, economics and other topics.