Two valued members of ScotRail’s team in Glasgow have looked back on decades-long careers as the firm marks 40 years.
But before the days of electric fleets, M-tickets and automatic gates, Jim carried this ID card – which he still cherishes – when he started out as a clerk in 1975. In 1983, Jim moved to Buchanan House in Glasgow and worked in several departments until 2005 when he was offered the role of business correspondence manager – where he remains today.A valued member of the communications team, a fountain of knowledge and an excellent baker, Jim has helped thousands of colleagues, customers, and stakeholders over the years, and this has resulted in many letters of gratitude.
In his 43-year career, Alan has worked as a fitter, senior technical officer and shift manager before moving to the Corkerhill depot in Glasgow where he continues to work hard every day as a fleet manager.When asked what he believes is the best thing about working in the firm, Alan said: “The privilege of working with extraordinary people and some memorable characters.