To conclude Women’s History Month, train operator Northern is calling for more women to apply to their jobs, specifically drivers.

They have released the video below which highlights how they want to increase female employees and has information from existing employees. An example being Katy Grant, who used to sell phones, wanted to try something new and became a driver.

The train operator has seen a number of applicants with varying backgrounds such as education and policing.

Benefits of becoming a driver include training and development which can lead to qualifications, good salary and benefits, long term employment and security.

Tricia Williams chief operating officer at Northern said: “We have hundreds of train drivers in our business but less than 10 per cent are women – we want to change that.

“Driving trains is for everyone whether you’re just starting out in your career, a working parent or are looking for a career change.

“Northern is a great place to work for everyone and our aim is to create a culture where people feel value and included.”

Emma Chester, one of Northern’s newest driver recruits said: “As a young person, it can be hard to pick the right career. I wanted to get into a job that had long term prospects, a good salary and a place where I could train while I worked.

“No one really talked about the railway when I was in school, but I always knew I wanted to do something a little bit different. Joining the railway has been the best decision I’ve ever made.”

Katy said: “After 18 months of good quality training, I’m now fully qualified. Sometimes change is the best thing that can happen to you.”