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Train Cleaning Team Leader – Newcastle Central

Location: Newcastle Central, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Contract: Initial 6-month contract with Temp-to-Perm potential
Rate: £12.73 per hour

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for cleanliness and team management? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where no two days are the same?

Ganymede Solutions is looking for a Train Cleaning Team Leader to join one of the UK’s top train operators in the North. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure an initial 6-month contract with the potential for a permanent position as the company expands its workforce.

The Role:

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on leader for the day shift cleaning team at Newcastle Central. As a Train Cleaning Team Leader, you'll play a vital role in ensuring high cleanliness standards while supervising a dedicated team. You'll lead by example, ensuring that passengers experience clean and comfortable trains.

-Leading and managing a team of cleaners to ensure all cleaning tasks are completed effectively and efficiently.

-Assigning tasks and coordinating shifts for team members. Ensuring team members adhere to cleaning schedules and meet quality standards.

-Conducting regular inspections of train interiors and exteriors to ensure cleanliness meets company and industry standards.

-Addressing any issues with cleanliness or missed tasks promptly.

You'll be working on a 4-week rolling rota, Sunday to Saturday, so flexibility is a must.

What We Offer:

Hourly Rate: £12.73 per hour
Contract Type: Initial 6-month contract with the potential to go permanent
Work Schedule: Day shifts with weekend work on a rotating 4-week roster (9:00 am – 7:00 pm)
Training Provided: Full training in depot protection, site safety, and cleaning solutions
Overtime Opportunities: Available based on management discretion
This is a great chance to join a well-established company known for its dedication to staff development and a positive working environment.

About You:

You’ll bring experience in vehicle, industrial, or house cleaning environments, and ideally, previous experience in a leadership role. You’ll need strong leadership and communication skills to guide your team and meet high cleanliness standards. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will ensure a clean and safe environment for passengers.

Key Requirements:

Leadership experience in a cleaning or similar environment
Keen eye for detail and commitment to quality
Flexibility to work weekends and follow a rotating roster
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test
Eligibility to work in the UK
Next Steps:

Interested in joining a leading company in a secure and growing industry? Apply now by pressing "APPLY" or sending your CV to .

Successful candidates will be invited to complete a short video interview and attend a medical and drug/alcohol screening.

Ganymede Solutions is committed to equal opportunities and creating a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. For more opportunities, visit our website.

Join us and be part of a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional cleanliness and service every day!

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation