Train Care Operative (Nights)

First Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Train Care Operative, ensuring the GWR fleet is cleaned to the highest standards. This role involves physically demanding tasks, working nights across a 7-day rota, and requires strong communication skills and a commitment to safety. You'll play a vital role in enhancing customer experience by maintaining the cleanliness of our trains. An established player in the rail industry, we value diversity and provide an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're eager to learn and grow, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ level 1 or 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or working towards it.
• Understanding of COSHH and Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning activities using chemicals per manuals and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and improve cleaning team flexibility.

Skills

Cleaning Techniques

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2 Cleaning and Support Services

Job description

Train Care Operative - Nights, Reading Train Care Depot, Grade: Cleaner

Who are we?

GWR is the proud custodian of one of the most prestigious railway networks in the world. Our services call at over 275 stations, stretching across the South Wales, the West Country, the Cotswolds, and large parts of Southern England.

We aim to transform the way people think about rail travel by setting a new standard – a better experience forour customers. Together we will restore the railways as a very special way to travel – relaxing, fast, efficient, friendly and fun.

About the job:

As a Train Care Operative, you will be working as part of a dedicated and hardworking team who are responsible for the presentation of the GWR fleet. The team ensure the interior and exterior of our contracted trains are cleaned to a high standard to deliver comfort and a great experience for our customers.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• To carry out all cleaning activities with use of chemicals and techniques in accordance with relevant manuals and specifications
• To seek out ways to improve standards and flexibility within the cleaning team
• Create, maintain and enhance effective working relationships

• To comply with safety standards at all times

You'll need to be:

• Able to cover physically demanding cleaning duties
• Able to demonstrate evidence of working on your own and within a team
• Able to complete tasks to a set standard and in accordance with specification/procedure
• Committed to delivering cleaning to the highest standard both inside and outside of our trains
• Able to deal with bio hazards, such as blood & other bodily fluids and the safe disposal of sharps i.e. discarded syringes & razor blades

As a minimum you'll need to have:

• NVQ level 1 or 2 Cleaning and Support Services or working towards this
• An understanding of COSHH and Health and Safety at work
• Strong communication skills
• Previous experience in cleaning and/or support services
• Desire to want to learn new skills

Additional Information:

Vacancies will be working a permanent night shift across a 7-day rota which will include weekends and Bank Holidays.

This campaign will also be used to create a reserve list for applicants to fill vacancies which may arise within the next six months.

We all belong at GWR. This is our vision for providing an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.

We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA, ethnicity, religion and disability. We maintain zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.

We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive.

We review all roles and job descriptions to ensure they are accessible and, where possible, we support and provide flexible working options

If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.

https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/

https://www.healthassured.org/blog/neurodiversity/