WHO ARE WE?

South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight.

• Enforcement of all railway legislation and other summary offences using both conventional reporting methods and fixed penalty notices.
• To prepare and submit written statements of evidence and to attend court to support prosecutions where necessary.
• Work as part of a team of Rail Community Officers and BTP staff.
• To compile concise, comprehensive reports on activity witnessed.
• The use of powers conferred to the individual by the Chief Constable of the BTP.
• Proactively patrol known crime hotspot areas.
• Engage with railway employees and members of the public to ensure the safety and security of the network.
• Engage and establish relationships with the local community and non railway agencies.
• To act as a witness in court where and when necessary.
• To actively engage in the prevention of anti-social behaviour.
• To supplement uniform presence at the scene of emergencies and major incidents etc.
• To respond to police requests in assisting control of access to sites, customer care assistance and any other appropriate duties.
• Be a subject matter expert on safeguarding
• Lead on incident and crime problem solving with stakeholders.