Job Description

BUSINESS FUNCTION:

Engineering

GRADE:

TPO

SALARY:

23,052 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 on the lookout for a motivated and hardworking TrainCare Centre 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 TrainCare Centres 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.

Can You See Yourself?

Making a Difference:

Carrying out external cleaning of Northern Trains on the depot, ensuring they meet the high standards our customers and stakeholders expect.

Being Hands-On:

Using high-pressure equipment to clean train components and assisting skilled tradespeople with maintenance tasks on trains.

T

hriving Outdoors:

Maintaining 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:

Handling fueling, tanking, and CET duties for arriving trains and contributing to a clean, safe, and presentable environment.

B

eing a Team Player:

Collaborating with colleagues to meet shared goals, following instructions, and ensuring high standards are consistently maintained.

Are You?

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'll provide all the training you need to succeed in this role.

Please note this role is safety critical and is 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.

What's in it for you?

At Northern, we don't just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Here's a taste of what you can look forward to:

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:

We offer 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 plugin 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 recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you're in.

Recognition:

We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That's why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

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're 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, after which 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 towards 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

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.



At Northern, we don't just move people from A to B - we're building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that's something you need. We're also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we'll always offer an interview.



We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment.



No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob... there's a place for you here in the railway.