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Rail Terminal Operator

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 19 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Adecco España

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Our summary

Salary: €25,000 - €30,000 a year
About €1,650 - €1,930 a month after tax.
Hours: Rotating shifts · Includes weekends
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish: Fluent
Education: Compulsory secondary education (ESO)
Driving licence: Category B

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Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Joining a stable project with career growth opportunities.

Initial training provided by the company.

Good working environment and support from day one.

Work in a strategic sector with great future prospects.

Permanent contract.

Salary composed of base salary plus an availability supplement.

The role

If you are interested in a job where coordination, safety, and teamwork are key, this could be your opportunity. We are looking to hire a Railway Terminal Operator to work in an important logistics terminal located in the Port of Barcelona, participating in the daily operations of freight traffic by rail.

You will be part of a stable project within a solid company in the railway sector, with a committed team and an environment where safety and professional development are priorities.

What will your mission be?

Your objective will be to ensure the correct functioning of railway operations at the terminal, participating in essential tasks for the circulation and dispatch of freight trains.

What you'll do

Among your functions stand out:

Wagon unloading operations and process control according to established procedures.

Coupling and uncoupling of railway rolling stock.

Preparation, entry, and dispatch of freight trains.

Shunting and positioning of railway rolling stock within the terminal.

Communication and coordination with the team via radio communication systems.

Rigorous compliance with safety regulations and operating procedures.

How you'll work

Weekly rotating morning and afternoon shifts; 6 days worked and 3 days off, from Monday to Sunday.

Requirements

ESO or equivalent.

Spanish and Catalan with the ability for fluent communication.

Driving license B.

Availability to work rotating shifts.

Training or experience in railway, logistics, industrial, or port environments is valued.

Hiring process

1 interview

Adecco does NOT charge or pay any fee for registering for or taking part in its recruitment processes.
The published stages only go as far as shortlisting; Adecco does not detail the later interviews or timescales, which depend on the client company.

About Adecco España

Adecco España is the Spanish subsidiary of The Adecco Group, the world's largest staffing and recruitment company. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Adecco operates in over 60 countries and provides workforce solutions across a wide range of industries, including logistics, manufacturing, automotive, healthcare, and technology. In Spain, Adecco is one of the leading employment agencies, connecting thousands of workers with temporary and permanent positions across the country, from warehouse and industrial roles to administrative and customer service positions.

Adecco's Spain presence is extensive, with offices in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Bilbao, among others. The company is known for its strong focus on workforce flexibility and career development, offering training and upskilling opportunities. For international professionals, Adecco Spain provides a gateway to the Spanish job market, with many roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in customer service and technical positions. The work culture is dynamic and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on matching candidates to the right opportunities.