Overview
Night Shift Train Cleaner – Location: Eastbourne Depot, East Sussex. Pay: £15.19 - £22.02 per hour (depending on shift). Interviews: Immediate Start - 6-month initial contract (temp to perm).
Step into a role where every shift lets you see the impact of your work. This role offers a long-term career path in the UK rail sector, with stability, growth opportunities, and transferable skills across transport, facilities, and maintenance roles.
This role is suited to individuals who enjoy cleaning and take pride in seeing the immediate difference their work makes, contributing to a safer, more comfortable, and welcoming experience for thousands of passengers each day.
Responsibilities
* Prepare trains for passengers by cleaning interiors to create a clean, fresh, and welcoming environment (vacuuming, mopping, sanitising, deep cleaning).
* Work independently and with colleagues, staying active and engaged while completing tasks efficiently.
* Receive full training and PPE; work with an experienced, friendly team for support.
What helps you shine in this role
* Motivation, reliability, and a hands-on approach.
* Previous experience in transportation, housekeeping, or similar cleaning environments is beneficial but not essential.
Working Hours & Pay
Night shifts on a 7-day rotating roster: 21:30 – 05:00. Average of 35 hours per week, with regular overtime and rest day work. Occasionally rostered for longer stretches up to 13 consecutive days.
Pay rates include: Standard hours £15.19 p/h; Overtime £18.22 p/h; Rest Day £19.74 p/h; Sunday £22.02 p/h. Pay increase after 12 weeks under Agency Worker Rights. Opportunity to move into a permanent role after 6 months.
The Company
You will be joining one of the UK’s leading train operating companies, serving London and the South East. The company focuses on safety, service excellence, continuous improvement, and investment in modern fleets and people.
Joining means contributing to greener, more efficient travel and building a career in rail with a forward-thinking culture that values teamwork, reliability, and pride in the work.
Next Steps
Send your updated CV to (url removed). Complete a short pre-recorded video interview, verify eligibility to work in the UK, and attend a drug & alcohol test in Croydon or London.
Ganymede Solutions specialises in recruitment across Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and Engineering, offering permanent and contract roles. For more opportunities, visit our website.
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