Train Cleaner

GANYMEDE SOLUTIONS LIMITED; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in the railway sector is seeking a Train Cleaner for its night shift team. The role involves various cleaning duties, working in a fast-paced environment to maintain cleanliness for trains. Candidates should be fit, detail-oriented, and willing to undergo required medical tests. There are opportunities for permanent positions after the initial contract.

Qualifications

• Pass a Drugs & Alcohol test.
• Pass a full railway medical examination.
• Training at Allerton Depot on 07/07/2025.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of interior and exterior cleaning.
• Work within a team to clean trains efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness for public areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Good fitness level

Job description

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We are currently looking for an individual to join the night shift cleaning team, where you will be carrying out all aspects of interior and exterior cleaning, which includes duties such as:

• Mopping
• Sanitizing touch points
• Cleaning/restocking toilets
• Changing bins
• Picking up litter

You will typically be working within a team of four Train Cleaners, plus one Team Leader carrying out heavy and deep cleans on the Northern Rail fleet. This is a very fast paced and intensive role, with on average 20 trains and 55 coaches being cleaned per night, so our client needs someone who can step and be a real team player. Attention to detail is also needed for this role, as you will be cleaning everything inside and outside of public view.

You will be working on a 4 on 4 off/5 on 5 off shift pattern, with alternating working hours of 20:00 – 05:00am and 22:00 – 05:00am.

The Company:

You will be joining a reputable company within the railway sector with a great track record of innovation within service delivery. They boast a loyal and hard-working team who strive for excellence in the services they provide to millions of commuters who use their trains. This is a role with a well-established brand who promote a great culture and offer employee development as standard.

The pay rate for the train cleaner position will be at £13.05 per hour on an initial 6-month basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity as candidates who excel during the 6-month contract period will be considered for subsequent permanent positions. This presents a chance to join a great company in a secure industry that provide bright and long-term futures.

Requirements:

• Be able to pass a Drugs & Alcohol test and attened in Manchester
• Be able to pass a full railway medical – this will include, sight, hearing, colourisation, heart, lungs, brain, etc
• Be able to attend a week of training at Allerton Depot (Liverpool) on 07/07/2025
• Provide your Right to Work documents before deployment
• Happy to help mentality/attitude
• A good level of fitness is needed as the site is very large and will involve a lot of walking, so please keep this in mind when applying