Train Presentation CB

South Western News UK; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional rail service provider in Basingstoke is seeking a dedicated Train Cleaner to ensure that trains are cleaned and presented to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work night shifts, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the cleaning process. Responsibilities include cleaning trains according to set standards and assisting during emergencies. This role operates on a permanent nights schedule, working approximately 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Ability to ensure personal safety and that of others.
• Experience in complying with regulations and standards.
• Capacity to provide a safe and courteous service.

Responsibilities

• Clean and present trains for service in accordance with Train Presentation Standards.
• Assist in emergency procedures as required.
• Dispose of waste, including bio-waste, properly.

Skills

Good verbal communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Resilience

Job description

About the job

The holder of this post is responsible for cleaning and presentation of trains, ensuring all trains are clean and presented to the highest standard.

Ensuring cleaning duties are carried out in accordance with Train Presentation Standards and any local instructions.

You will use only approved equipment, chemicals and wear the appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH).

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Ensure your personal safety and that of others, including that of visitors and contractors at all times.
• Assist traincrew and station staff in undertaking emergency procedures and evacuation procedures when required.
• Provide a safe, courteous and helpful service at all times.
• Comply with the Rules as defined in Network Rail Group Standard, South Western Railway Trains Employee Handbook, other regulations and Instructions, Group Standards and Legislation.
• To assist customers as appropriate, especially those with special needs or at times of service disruption.
• Clean and present trains for service in accordance with Train Presentation Standards.
• Provide managers and supervisors with proactive information that delivers higher and improved train presentation standards.
• Undertake cleaning of biological hazards.
• Observe COSHH Regulations in place.
• Complete paperwork as required, detailing and signing for all work carried out.
• Dispose of waste, including bio-waste and sharps in accordance with local instructions.
• Advise Manager of any problems or defects identified.
• To undertake additional tasks as required by the local manager applicable to the role.
• Wear uniform (including name badge) and safety clothing as supplied, ensuring that your standard of appearance complies with the company standard and is high at all times.

As a minimum, you will need to have:

• Good verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Resilience

Working pattern

Working an average of 37 hours per week over 5 days

21:24 - 05:30 over 5 days

Permanent nights