THIS ROLE IS WORKING PERMANENT NIGHT SHIFT.

As part of the Transport UK Group, West Midlands Trains delivers around 1,300 train journeys a day, for more than 60 million passengers a year, across our two brands - West Midlands Railway and London Northwestern Railway.

We are committed to delivering a safe and reliable train service, by investing in our fleet of trains, stations and employees. As part of this investment, we are looking to recruit a Carriage Cleaner working permenant nights on a full-time 12 month fixed term contract based in Tyseley.

This is a vital role to ensure our train environment is to the correct standard required by our customers. Duties will include carrying out designated cleaning duties in accordance with cleaning procedures and ensuring compliance and procedures are upheld.

What does the job involve?

• Working to the instruction of the Cleaning Manager and the Cleaning Supervisor
• Carry out delegated cleaning duties in accordance with agreed procedures
• Use of specialist cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Ensure compliance with processes and procedures in respect of the Environmental Management System to ISO14001
• If holding a driving license and company vehicle license, to drive company vehicles as require
• Assist in the Winterisation of the depot as directed

What skills and experience do I need to do the job?

• Knowledge of cleaning procedure
• Use of specialist chemicals.  
• Basic communication skills both written and oral.    
• Driving License advantageous          
• COSHH awareness & compliance    
• PTS or Depot Safety, as applicable   
• First Aid at Work (voluntary)

What are the salary and benefits?

• £24,249 rising to £25,121 on completion of probation
• Defined Benefit pension – one of the best in the UK
• Free travel on all our trains and those of other train companies within our parent group company - for you, your partner and any dependent children
• 75% off all other train company travel tickets
• Retail discounts
• Career development opportunities

Due to the volume of applications we receive the advert may close earlier than the published closing date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure no-one receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender, race/ethnicity, religion, belief and sexual orientation.

Applications will be considered from colleagues with 6 months experience, after completion of their probationary period and a full check of absence and disciplinary records.