Train Presentation CB

South Western Railway

Train Presentation CB

Salary Not Specified

South Western Railway, East Cliff, Bournemouth

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: edf8d19887d542f49965f256f3899977

Full Job Description

The holder of this post is responsible for the cleaning and presentation of trains, ensuring all trains are clean and presented to the highest standard. Ensure 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:

  • Clean and present trains for service in accordance with train presentation standards.

  • Removal of internal graffiti.

  • Undertake cleaning of biological hazards.

  • Complete paperwork as required, detailing, and signing for all work carried out.

  • Dispose of collected wet waste in accordance with local instructions.

  • Carry out CET duties as required.

  • Advise duty Manager of any problems or defects identified.

  • Work effectively as part of a team.


  • As a minimum, you will need to have:
  • Additional tasks as specified by local manager.

  • Ensure that changing and mess room facilities are kept in a clean and tidy condition.

  • Principle accountabilities may differ from depot to depot and you will be required to sign the job description acknowledgement sheet., 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!

    South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight.


  • Join our team and help us continue to improve quality of life, by bringing people together to get the most out of life.

    SWR is part of FirstGroup, the largest rail operator in the UK and second largest bus operator in the UK outside London. FirstGroup operates services throughout the UK and Ireland, with over 30,000 employees providing services that make travel smoother and life easier. FirstGroup works hard to reduce its impact on the environment, introducing cleaner and more environmentally responsible methods of transport.

    In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including:
  • Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employees

  • Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependent)

  • 75% discount on many other train operating companies

  • Full training and support with development

  • Large range of exclusive retail offers

  • Excellent pension scheme


  • We all belong at SWR. FirstGroup's vision is to provide an inclusive environment for all colleagues, across its group of businesses, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.

    We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain a zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.

    We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive.

    We review all roles and job descriptions to ensure they are accessible and, where possible, we support and provide flexible working options; we recommend that you refer to each vacancy description for further details.

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