About the job
The holder of this post is responsible for cleaning and presentation of trains, ensuring all trains are clean and presented to the highest standard.
Ensuring 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).
Your main responsibilities will be:
1. Ensure your personal safety and that of others, including that of visitors and contractors at all times.
2. Assist traincrew and station staff in undertaking emergency procedures and evacuation procedures when required.
3. Provide a safe, courteous and helpful service at all times.
4. Comply with the Rules as defined in Network Rail Group Standard, South Western Railway Trains Employee Handbook, other regulations and Instructions, Group Standards and Legislation.
5. To assist customers as appropriate, especially those with special needs or at times of service disruption.
6. Clean and present trains for service in accordance with Train Presentation Standards.
7. Provide managers and supervisors with proactive information that delivers higher and improved train presentation standards.
8. Undertake cleaning of biological hazards.
9. Observe COSHH Regulations in place.
10. Complete paperwork as required, detailing and signing for all work carried out.
11. Dispose of waste, including bio-waste and sharps in accordance with local instructions.
12. Advise Manager of any problems or defects identified.
13. To undertake additional tasks as required by the local manager applicable to the role.
14. Wear uniform (including name badge) and safety clothing as supplied, ensuring that your standard of appearance complies with the company standard and is high at all times.
As a minimum, you will need to have:
15. Good verbal communication skills
16. Good interpersonal skills
17. Resilience
About the location
Bournemouth Depot is home to a number of South Western Railway's fleet. The engineering team at the depot are currently responsible for numerous projects such as the major component overhaul work on the 159 fleet, the Desiro repaint on the class 444's and 450's and the latest modification project on our exciting new Arterio fleet that is set to transform travel on our suburban routes by offering customers much faster and more reliable journeys!
Working pattern
Working an average of 37 hours per week over 5.5 days
Permanent Nights, 20 week roll down roster.
2030-0500
2130-0600
2200-0600
The Reward
In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including:
18. Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employees
19. Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependent)
20. 75% discount on many other train operating companies
21. Full training and support with development
22. Large range of exclusive retail offers
23. Excellent pension scheme