Job description
South Western Railway is committed to equal opportunities employment, and your application will be reviewed by the hiring panel with personal information removed. In order to assist this process please ensure that any attachments such as CV's or covering letter have personal details removed (this includes your name, address and email address). Any other attachments such as professional qualifications can be left unedited. Applications not following this guidance may be rejected.
Main Purpose
The holder of this post is responsible for cleaning and presentation of trains, ensuring all trains are clean and presented to the highest standard. Ensure 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).
Principal Accountabilities
- Clean and present trains for service in accordance with train presentation standards.
- Removal of internal graffiti.
- Undertake cleaning of biological hazards.
- Complete paperwork as required, detailing, and signing for all work carried out.
- Dispose of collected wet waste in accordance with local instructions.
- Carry out CET duties as required.
- Advise duty Manager of any problems or defects identified.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
Additional Activities
- Additional tasks as specified by local manager.
- Ensure that changing and mess room facilities are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
- Principle accountabilities may differ from depot to depot and you will be required to sign the job description acknowledgement sheet.
Working Pattern
Working an average of 37 hours per week
21:24 - 05:30 over 5 days (nights)
Applicants who require a visa, must have at least 6 months remaining at the time of their appointment.
In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits including free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employee, free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependant), 75% discount on many other train operating companies, a range of retail benefits and an excellent pension scheme.
At SWR we believe our people are our greatest asset.
Our vision is to recruit and retain the best talent from the most diverse pool of candidates across our regions.
We are committed to establishing a sense of inclusion for all and to value each person for the unique contribution they bring.