Traincare Operative Full time

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Are you passionate about the future of rail transport? Do you want to be part of a team that's shaping the next generation of trains using cutting-edge technology? Look no further! Join us as a Traincare Operative on a fixed term contract until 31st December 2025, ensuring trains are clean and presentable for service to the standards set out within the Service Quality Regime.

Who we are:

SRSUK is a proud subsidiary of Stadler Rail AG Switzerland. At SRSUK we take pride in delivering high-class services for our modern trains across the UK. Our established presence in passenger rail, combined with our expanding expertise in freight rail, positions us as a leading service supplier in the UK rail industry. We are dedicated to continuous growth and technical innovation, in line with our ambitious business strategy.

Why Join Us:

Innovative Environment: Working in a fast paced, results orientated environment, where innovation and high cleanliness standards are key to our success, you will play in key role in ensuring our Trains are presentable to our customers.

Growth and Development: You will be part of a dynamic company committed to the development of our personnel.

Passionate Team: You will be a key part of a dedicated team working diligently to deliver the Service Quality Regime standards efficiently and effectively ensuring cleanliness of our Metrocars.

Customer-Centric Approach: You will be responsible for delivering exceptional cleaning standards as required, ensuring our services meet the highest standards of quality and safety for our customers.

What We're Looking For: We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive individual who will consistently provide high quality cleanliness. If you are looking to make a difference and deliver high quality service then we want to hear from you.

Traincare Operative Full time

  • Newcastle, United Kingdom
  • Full time
  • Limited
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HOW YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT

Reporting to the Fleet Duty Manager/Train Presentation Support Manager, you will work a permanent nightshift roster, including weekends and Bank Holidays. You will be responsible for the effective cleaning of Metrocars to the standards set out within the Service Quality Regime in an efficient manner using the appropriate materials and cleaning agents. Responsibilities include cleaning Metrocars, Depot Facilities, and Offices, while adhering to Cleaning Maintenance Programmes and complying with COSHH regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Organisational

•Utilise any cleaning equipment to assist in Train Care duties and to improve quality and productivity.
•Comply with all relevant safety rules, Work instructions, Safe Systems of Works, and •Fleet Duty Manager's/Train Presentation Manager/Train Care Leading Hand's/ instructions.
•Safely train Apprentices and other staff members on the full range of their duties as required/instructed.
•Assist in the preparation of Safe Systems of Work, Rule Changes, Risk Assessments and carry out Safety Management checks as required.
•Assist non-Engineering Group staff in duties carried out on rolling stock or in Gosforth Depot.
•Compile accurate examination sheets, modification records, and other relevant documentation - utilising appropriate IT systems or relevant paper-based documents.
•Carry out any duties trained and deemed competent to perform including driving Forklift trucks when needed, as part of Train Care duties.
•Other duties e.g. slinging, and movement of equipment as required in relation to Train Care material movement.
•Contribute to Depot upkeep and take responsibility for cleanliness and environmental obligations on the Depot.
Participate in any Service Quality Regime work that may be required.
•Carry out any Tasks as shown in the Engineering Agreement Skills Matrix where the Train Care Operative is trained and deemed competent.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

Essential

•Meet the required medical standard.
•Positive and flexible approach to work completion
•Achieve quality standards within timescale.
•Effective team worker
•Positive attitude towards training
•Knowledge of Health and Safety
•Able to meet the demands of shift working.
•Results focused: motivated by output / standards achieved.

Desirable

•Previous experience in engineering workshop
•Experience of steam cleaning plant and equipment
•Familiar with the use of soaps, detergents, and chemical cleaners
•Driver's license
•Experience of Rolling Stock

Closing date for applications: Sunday 29th June 2025

Driven to lead Achieve great things together

YOUR BENEFITS

•Employee Assistant Programme.
•Wellbeing program that supports employees with their physical and mental health.
•Competitive employee discount platform that provides employees discounts with leading brands and retailers.
•Cycle to Work Scheme
•Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits.
•Company Sick Pay upon successful completion of probation.

JOB SPECIFIC BENEFITS

•A salary of £34,604.08 inclusive of shift allowance.
•194.4 hours Holiday Entitlement plus bank holidays.
•36 hour working week.
•Permanent nightshift roster.
•Salary sacrifice led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 10% upon successful completion of probation. Or the option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).



YOUR CONTACT PERSON

Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your online application.

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