The well-loved West Somerset Railway has recently advertised that it seeking members for its PLC Board with several positional available for those with an interest in heritage railway and wishing to make a difference.

The following director portfolios are now available:

• Director of Human Resources
• Director of Development and External Relations
• Operations Director
• Director of Safety and Compliance
• Director of Corporate Fundraising

The positions require a level of skill, aptitude, time and commitment and if you feel that this could be something that you could bring to any of the above vacancies, then please get in touch with West Somerset Railway.

A recruitment pack is available via the railway’s Human Resources department and can be contacted by email – [email protected]

The closing date for applications with CVs is the 27th of August.

For anyone who wishes to have an informal chat before making a decision on joining, please feel free to get in touch with the railway’s Chair, Jonathan Jones-Pratt either by email – [email protected] or by calling 07525 761791.

The popular heritage railway is the longest standard gauge line in the UK, with over 20 miles of track which passes through the stunning countryside and coastal scenery of Somerset. The railway offers visitors a nostalgic experience with an array of steam locomotives, coaches and wagons alongside ten delightful stations.

To find out more about the railway, please click here.