Paid and Voluntary Opportunities

The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust is an organisation like no other. From its inception, we have encouraged volunteers to do for the Trust what they do for a living, instilling an air of professionalism across the charity. The Board of Trustees are all volunteers, dedicating their time to the smooth running of this multifaceted business, from fundraising to engineering and operating trains on the main line.

As the Trust's ambitions and scale continues to grow we require, on occassion, to hire paid staff to support the administrative and engineering functions.

Current paid and voluntary opportunities are listed below. To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter to recruitment@a1steam.com.

Office Manager

Based at Darlington Locomotive Works, we are seeking an experienced and effective Office Manager to manage the administrative, customer service and other processes of the Trust both directly or through the Administration Team.

The role is key to the financial success of the Trust identifying trends on income and ensuring income is maximised. In conjunction with the Site Manager, the role is responsible for the building management and H&S, including mandatory testing of fire systems.

The role both leads the small office team in the delivery of objectives as well as holding its own portfolio of key areas.

Please apply by email to recruitment@a1steam.com including a resume and covering letter by 30^th May 2025.

Office Manager - Position Overview

Office Manager - Full Job Description

COMPANY SECRETARY

The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust is seeking an experienced Company Secretary. They may wish to be a Trustee of The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust and will report to the Council of the Trust.

The Company Secretary will be a key advisor to Council on matters of corporate governance and their duties as directors, include dealing with conflicts of interest and managing the interests of supporters and other stakeholders. They will also oversee statutory maintenance of records and timely submissions of filings to Companies House.

COMPANY SECRETARY - JOB DESCRIPTION