Metro Station Janitor / Cleaning Operative - Tynemouth
Job Title
Metro Station Janitor / Cleaning Operative
Reports To
Cleaning Supervisor / Station Manager
Job Purpose
To ensure the Metro station is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and presentation for passengers, staff, and visitors. The successful candidate will help provide a safe, welcoming, and hygienic environment across station facilities and public areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean and maintain station platforms, waiting areas, ticket halls, stairways, lifts, escalators, staff facilities, and public toilets.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, wash, and disinfect designated areas in accordance with cleaning schedules.
- Empty litter bins and waste containers, ensuring waste is disposed of correctly.
- Remove graffiti, spillages, and other hazards promptly to maintain a safe environment.
- Monitor station areas for cleanliness and report maintenance defects, vandalism, or safety concerns.
- Replenish consumables including soap, toilet rolls, hand towels, and sanitising products.
- Carry out deep cleaning duties as required, including pressure washing and specialist cleaning tasks.
- Operate cleaning machinery and equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures.
- Assist with emergency cleaning requirements following incidents, adverse weather, or passenger accidents.
- Work in compliance with all health and safety policies, COSHH regulations, and railway safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of completed cleaning activities when required.
- Support station staff in ensuring a positive experience for passengers.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Previous commercial cleaning, janitorial, or facilities experience.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work safely in a busy public environment.
- Understanding of health and safety procedures.
- Good communication skills.
Desirable
- Experience working within transport, rail, metro, airport, or other public-facing environments.
- Knowledge of COSHH and safe handling of chemicals.
- Experience operating industrial cleaning equipment.
- Basic maintenance knowledge.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Capable of bending, lifting, carrying equipment, and undertaking manual handling tasks safely.
Working Hours
- Weekend work only. 0800-1600 or 0900-1700 Saturday and Sunday
Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Comply with all station safety procedures and operational rules.
- Wear and maintain appropriate PPE at all times.
- Immediately report accidents, incidents, hazards, or security concerns.
- Ensure all cleaning activities minimise disruption and risk to passengers and railway operations.
Salary
£13.50 ph
Benefits
- Holiday entitlement
- Uniform and PPE provided
- Full training provided
- Career development opportunities within transport operations and facilities management
If interested and meet the requirements please apply now or call 0191 2301050 and ask for Lauren
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