Rail Hygiene Operative — Night Shifts

Contact 4 Support Services Ltd; Stanwell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Contact 4 Support Services Ltd is seeking a Hygiene Operative to deliver routine cleaning across a rail environment, ensuring SLA compliance and high hygiene standards. The role involves night shifts, working in safety-critical conditions, following COSHH and rail security procedures, and reporting hazards promptly to the relevant teams.

A clear DBS and right to work in the UK are required; references from the last five years are preferred.

Qualifications

• Intermediate English (spoken and written)
• Verifiable references covering last 5 years
• Clear criminal record check within last 5 years
• Legal right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work night shifts, including weekends and public holidays
• Ability to work in a safety-critical rail environment and follow strict procedures
• Physically capable of standing, walking and cleaning for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties in accordance with station cleaning schedules and operational requirements
• Clean public-facing areas including platforms, waiting areas, shelters, seating, stairways, lifts, and station facilities
• Clean and maintain staff and public toilets, ensuring high hygiene standards
• Empty bins and dispose of waste safely in line with environmental and rail industry procedures
• Use cleaning equipment and materials correctly and safely (e.g. mops, scrubber machines, and cleaning chemicals)
• Maintain cleanliness in high-footfall and safety-critical areas, ensuring platforms are free from litter, spillages, and hazards
• Follow all health & safety procedures, including COSHH regulations and manual handling guidelines
• Remain vigilant at all times and identify/report hazards such as spillages, obstructions, or damaged infrastructure
• Support safe working practices within a live rail environment, particularly during train movements or engineering works
• Work efficiently and independently during night hours while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Comply with all rail security and access requirements, including the use of ID passes and restricted area controls
• Report maintenance issues, defects, or safety concerns promptly to the relevant teams
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and other rail staff to ensure smooth operations

Skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Communication

Tools

Mops and scrubbers

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

Contact 4 Support Services Ltd is seeking a Hygiene Operative to deliver routine cleaning across a rail environment, ensuring SLA compliance and high hygiene standards. The role involves night shifts, working in safety-critical conditions, following COSHH and rail security procedures, and reporting hazards promptly to the relevant teams.

A clear DBS and right to work in the UK are required; references from the last five years are preferred.