TrainCare Centre Cleaner

Northern; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 24 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail operator in Newcastle seeks a motivated Cleaner to maintain cleanliness at the TrainCare Centre. Responsibilities include cleaning trains, utilizing equipment, and outdoor maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates are reliable, adaptable, and detail-oriented with a willingness to learn. The role offers a salary of R23,052 per annum and several attractive benefits including free travel for you and your family, a generous pension scheme, and opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

Free Travel

Generous Pension Scheme

Enhanced Family Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Exclusive Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and Career Development

Recognition

Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking – ready to take on a challenging but rewarding role.
• Flexible – able to adapt to ever‑changing demands and work shifts.
• Detail‑oriented – focused on maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Willing to learn – no experience is necessary; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out external cleaning of trains to meet high standards.
• Use high-pressure equipment to clean train components.
• Maintain the depot’s upkeep including tidying and groundwork tasks.
• Handle fueling, tanking duties for arriving trains ensuring safety.

Skills

Floor Care

Quality Assurance

Cleaning Experience

Commercial Cleaning

Custodial Experience

Job description

TrainCare Centre Cleaner

Location: Northern, Newcastle, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

GRADE: TPO • SALARY: R23,052 per annum • ROLE TYPE: On‑site • HOURS: 35 per week

Ready to roll up your sleeves and keep our TrainCare Centre in top condition. We’re looking for a motivated and hardworking Cleaner to join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping a cleaner, more connected future for rail travel. Picture yourself making an impact by ensuring our centers operate at the highest standards – from maintaining spotless facilities to supporting our train cleaning teams, you’ll be at the heart of delivering exceptional service for our customers.

Responsibilities

• Making a Difference: Carry out external cleaning of Northern Trains on the depot ensuring they meet the high standards our customers and stakeholders expect.


• Being Hands‑On: Use high‑pressure equipment to clean train components and assist skilled tradespeople with maintenance tasks on trains.


• Thriving Outdoors: Maintain the depot’s upkeep including tidying walkways, cutting grass, trimming trees and performing other groundwork tasks all while working outdoors in varied weather conditions.


• Delivering Excellence: Handle fueling, tanking and CET duties for arriving trains and contribute to a clean, safe and presentable environment.


• Being a Team Player: Collaborate with colleagues to meet shared goals following instructions and ensuring high standards are consistently maintained.

Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking – ready to take on a challenging but rewarding role that keeps our depots and trains in top condition.


• Flexible – able to adapt to ever‑changing demands and work shifts that meet customer needs, including weekends.


• Detail‑oriented – focused on following instructions and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.


• Willing to learn – no experience is necessary; we provide all the training you need to succeed.

Key Skills

• Floor Care


• Quality Assurance


• Hotel Experience


• Residential Cleaning


• Cleaning Experience


• Bus Driving


• Medical Office Experience


• Office Experience


• OSHA


• Heavy Lifting


• Custodial Experience


• Commercial Cleaning

Benefits

• 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 – 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.


• Electric Car Scheme – Lease a brand new electric or plug‑in hybrid car.


• 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 recognized qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.


• Recognition – We recognise and celebrate brilliance every day through the Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards.

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 2,500 trains running daily, we are 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. 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 toward 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

Everyone feels welcome on board. We are a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and are committed to offering reasonable adjustments. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment. We strive to remove unconscious bias from our screening and treat every application fairly.

Safety‑critical – This role is safety‑critical and subject to Rail Safety & Standards Board (RSSB) regulations. You must meet the safety‑critical criteria for this position or your application will be automatically rejected.