Night Shift Train Cleaner – Keep Trains Ready

Northern; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free travel

Pension scheme

Family benefits

Cycle to work

Discounts

Employee assistance programme

Training & development

Recognition

Job summary

Northern is seeking a Night Train Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness across our night-time fleet. You will join a dedicated team, performing daily cleans and deeper specialist work to ensure trains are ready for service each morning.

The role requires practical cleaning experience, strong attention to detail, reliability, and the stamina to work outdoors and onboard trains during night hours. Full training and safety protocols are provided.

Qualifications

• Prior cleaning experience (commercial, industrial, or domestic).
• Exceptional attention to detail and high standards.
• Strong work ethic and reliable team player.
• Comfort working outdoors and onboard trains in all weather.
• Physical stamina and able to climb onto trains from ground level.
• Ability to use MPRO5 system to record tasks.
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clean interiors thoroughly including tables, windows, seats, floors.
• Remove litter, empty bins, restock onboard facilities.
• Carry out intensive full cleans and deep cleans.
• Operate cleaning equipment and remove ingrained dirt.
• Respond to biohazard spills following safety procedures.
• Work with team to ensure trains depart safely and on time.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

MPRO5 system

Tools

MPRO5 system

Job description

Northern is seeking a Night Train Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness across our night-time fleet. You will join a dedicated team, performing daily cleans and deeper specialist work to ensure trains are ready for service each morning.

The role requires practical cleaning experience, strong attention to detail, reliability, and the stamina to work outdoors and onboard trains during night hours. Full training and safety protocols are provided.