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Train Cleaner – Day Shifts

Newcastle Central

Initial 6-month contract (Temp to Perm)

£12.00p/h

Are you interested in joining the railway sector? Do you enjoy adding to a team effort? Are you looking for a fresh start?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading train operators in the North of England with a strong track record of investing in their staff. This is an initial 6-month contract with a great opportunity to be taken on permanently as the organisation continues to expand their workforce.

The Role

We are currently looking for an individual to join the day cleaning team who are tasked with ensuring the trains meet a high standard of cleanliness before resuming service. This will involve full interior cleaning with tasks including mopping, hoovering and touch point cleaning as part of the interior cleaning team at Newcastle Central.

This role has an existing 4 week rolling rota, on a Sunday – Saturday basis. Therefore, full flexibility is required.

Here is an example of your expected shift pattern.

The Company

You will 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.

Pay Rate & Benefits

The pay rate for the train cleaner position will be at £12.00 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.

About You

If this is a role which has caught your interest, here is what you need to be considered for the day train cleaner role at Newcastle Central.

Ideally, you will be experienced within a vehicle/industrial or house cleaning environment.

You will have a keen eye for detail and take pride in delivering a clean and safe environment clean for customers.

Training is provided covering depot protection, site safety and cleaning solutions. Work is undertaken in a safety critical environment so you will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screening.

The day shift is on a rotating 2-week roster plan covering the times of 07:30am – 17:30pm with the flexibility to work on weekends. Overtime is often available at managements discretion.

Training is provided for depot protection, site safety and cleaning solutions. Work is undertaken in a safety critical environment so you will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screening.

Next Steps

After applying for the Train Cleaner role, your CV will be reviewed and if suitable you will receive a request to complete a short video interview.

Successful candidates will be required to attend a medical, drug & alcohol test and provide the correct eligibility to work documents.

If you are interested in this Train Cleaner position, press “APPLY” or send your CV to

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