Train Cleaner Nights

Northern; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional train operator in Leeds is seeking experienced night shift cleaners to ensure trains are spotless for passengers. The role requires previous cleaning experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work on night shifts and weekends. As a vital part of the team, you'll collaborate with colleagues, handle cleaning equipment, and solve cleaning issues effectively. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute to outstanding customer service.

Benefits

Unlimited free travel for you and dependents

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced family benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Exclusive discounts

Employee assistance program

Training and career development

Recognition awards

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience in commercial or transport setting.
• Keen eye for cleanliness with high standards.
• Ability to work night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Physically fit to meet job demands.

Responsibilities

• Ensure trains are spotless and ready for the next passengers.
• Maintain hygiene of workstations and high-contact areas.
• Collaborate with colleagues on cleaning standards.
• Resolve cleaning issues quickly and safely.
• Operate professional cleaning tools.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Cleaning Experience

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

BUSINESS FUNCTION: Engineering

GRADE: TPO Shifts

SALARY: 25867

ROLE TYPE: Onsite

HOURS : 35 per week

Your Pride. Their create spotless trains for thousands of daily passengers and b e the first step in delivering a great journey! Keep Our Trains Fresh and the North Moving!

We're looking for experienced night shift cleaners to ensure our trains are spotless and ready for seamless journeys. If you have a background in cleaning and take pride in your work we want to hear from you.

A re you confident in :

• Delivering High Standards : Using your cleaning experience to ensure trains are spotless and ready for the next days passengers.
• Paying Attention to Detail : Taking pride in keeping our trains clean and our colleagues work environments hygienic from tables and windows to high-contact touchpoints.
• Working as Part of a Team : Collaborating with colleagues to maintain high cleaning standards including restocking supplies like soap and toilet paper in onboard toilets.
• Proactively Problem Solving : Tackling significant cleaning issues like spills or messes that could impact train services ensuring quick and safe resolutions.
• Using Specialist Equipment : Confidently operating professional cleaning tools as part of our deep clean teams to tackle ingrained dirt across all areas of the train.
• Communication : Communicating clearly and effectively with team members.

About you :

• Previous Cleaning Experience : Ideally in a commercial industrial or transport setting.
• Attention to Detail : A keen eye for cleanliness and the ability to work to high standards.
• Resilience and Flexibility : The ability to work night shifts weekends and bank holidays as needed.
• Physical Fitness : The role can be physically demanding often requiring over 10000 steps per shift.

Additional notes to consider :

• We have diverse Teams : Not all roles are customer-facing. We have :
• Station teams.
• TrainCare Centre teams (ability to climb onto trains from ground level ).
• On-board our services cleaning teams.
• Mobile teams - where youll travel in a van across multiple locations (must be over 21 and hold a full UK driving licence).

Please note this role is safety critical and is subject to RailSafety & Standards Board (RSSB) regulations. You MUST meet the following criteria :

• Currently live within a 45-minute car journey from the station you work from.
• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Pass the safety critical medical assessment including drugs and alcohol screening.
• Not have defective colour vision.

Whats in it for you

At Northern we dont just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Heres a taste of what you can look forward to :

• Free Travel : Unlimited free travel for you your partner and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme : We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits : We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Cycle to Work Scheme : Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
• Exclusive Discounts : From shopping to wellbeing Northern Perks has you covered.
• Employee Assistance Programme : 24 / 7 support for family lifestyle and more.
• Training and Career Development : We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business youre in.
• Recognition : We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. Thats why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern

We're more than just a train operator. We're the heartbeat of the North - connecting communities creating opportunities and driving sustainable growth. With 2500 trains running daily we're on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825 the first passenger train set off in the North of England after which rail quickly spread across the globe - and this year we're celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern we dont just move people from A to B - we're building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that's something you need. We're also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role we always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a medical assessment.

No matter your background experience or whether you call it a bap barm or cob there's a place for you here in the railway.

Key Skills

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1