This job was marked as expired on 9/26/2026. It is no longer accepting applications.
Cleaning Operative (0904)
Transport for Wales
Overview
- Perform cleaning duties on train services and station platforms.
- Ensure compliance with fleet Train Presentation Manuals and safety guidelines.
- Replenish supplies and report any deficiencies or repair needs.
- Requires some cleaning experience and ability to handle cleaning equipment.
- Competitive pay rate of £14.15 per hour.
- Permanent contract type with various benefits including free travel and pension scheme.
About the role
The Role
The role of the Cleaning Operative is to carry out cleaning tasks specified in the fleet Train Presentation Manuals. The Operative will ensure that they follow guidelines and best practice, providing a good customer experience. The Operative will follow the instructions and guidance given by the Cleaning Supervisor to ensure cleaning standards are maintained.
Role responsibilities
- Using equipment provided, clean designated facility areas (this includes TFWRL Train services). Tasks include: damp wiping, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning, luggage racks.
- Where site specified, clean station platforms, including emptying bins, wiping signage, graffiti removal, removing pigeon excrement all subject to training.
- Using supplies provided, replenish and restock designated facility areas (this includes TFWRL train services). Tasks include: replenish soap, toilet rolls, hand towels.
- Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs (This includes whilst onboard TFWRL Train services) using the fault reporting system.
Who we're looking for
- A small level of experience of working in a cleaning role.
- Ability to handle equipment and materials.
- Understand Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Understanding of how to safely handle cleaning substances, to understand and interpret COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).
- Flexible and available to work the shifts required.
- Ability to understand and interpret information and instructions.
Welsh Language Skills
While not essential for this role, Welsh language skills would make a great addition to your application.
Equal Opportunities
We're changing the way the transport industry looks. By celebrating and embracing differences, we're building a workforce that represents Wales. We need talented people from all backgrounds and cultures to bring their perspectives and experiences. Diverse teams make better decisions and drive innovation. Join us in transforming the way Wales travels.
Who we are
Transport for Wales is changing the way Wales travels, making sustainable transport the first choice. We're building a multimodal integrated transport network called the T Network, making it easier for people to travel by train, bus, walking, wheeling and cycling.
Next steps
See attached Job Description for further details and how to apply. If you want to find out more about what we're doing in Wales, see our Annual Report.
We're a Disability Confident Leader. Let us know about any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process and as part of the role if you are successful.
This advert will close at 23:59 on the day of the application closing date stated above. However, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Key details
- Location
- , UK
- Salary
- £14.15 / hour
- Posted
- 19 September 2026
- Type
- FULL TIME