Night Shift Train Cleaner Heaton Depot

Ganymede; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK train operator is looking for a Night Shift Train Cleaner at Heaton Depot in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role offers £13.05 per hour, with opportunities for overtime. Responsibilities include cleaning train carriages to ensure they are spotless for passengers. Ideal candidates should have a keen eye for detail and reliability. Full training is provided, and there are opportunities for career progression. Immediate applications can be sent to the provided email.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career-focused growth opportunities

Initial 6-month contract

Qualifications

• Physical capability to perform duties to a high standard.
• Previous cleaning experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Full training and PPE are provided.

Responsibilities

• Performing cleaning tasks including vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing touchpoints.
• Transform trains overnight, ensuring they are ready for passengers.

Skills

Physical capability

Keen eye for detail

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Tools

Industry-specific cleaning equipment

Job description

Overview

Night Shift Train Cleaner, Heaton Depot, Newcastle upon Tyne. £13.05 per hour, plus overtime opportunities. 6-month initial contract, with potential to go permanent.

Step into a role that offers more than just a payslip — it is your chance to be part of one of the UK's most vital industries. As a Night Shift Train Cleaner at Heaton Depot, you will play a key role in ensuring trains are spotless, safe, and welcoming for passengers every single day.

Responsibilities

• On the night shift roster with a scheduled shift of 20:15–05:00, 4 on 4 off / 5 on 3 off; be part of the team that transforms trains overnight, ready for thousands of passengers the next day. This is an active and hands-on role, with every shift bringing visible results.
• Perform a variety of cleaning tasks including vacuuming, mopping, sanitising touchpoints, deep cleaning of train carriages and restrooms, detanking toilets, and wiping down tables, windows, and panels to ensure trains are spotless and passenger-ready.

Qualifications & Skills

• Physical capability to perform duties to a high standard and use industry-specific cleaning equipment.
• Keen eye for detail, pride in delivering high standards, superb reliability, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Previous cleaning experience in sectors such as transport, industrial, or housekeeping is beneficial but not essential; full training and PPE are provided.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Competitive pay: £13.05 per hour plus overtime opportunities.
• Initial 6-month contract with potential to join on a permanent basis.
• Career-focused growth opportunities in rail experience and routes to progression within train presentation or alternative departments such as engineering, with support from management.

The Company

You will be joining one of the UK\'s major train operators, connecting people and communities across the North of England. Every day, their train services carry millions of passengers—and your work ensures each journey begins in a clean, comfortable environment. With a strong focus on safety, continuous improvement, and career development, this is an opportunity to join an organisation that values its people and invests in the future.

Next steps

Simply apply today by sending your CV to [e-mail]. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a video interview, followed by a pre-employment medical, Drug & Alcohol test, and right-to-work check.

Discover more opportunities at www.ganymedesolutions.co.uk.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.