This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our team at OCS as a Cleaning Operative, where in the performance of your duties you will ensure that, while working as part of a team, the inside of train carriages are cleaned from front to back and ready to start the next stage of their journey.
Working at pace and to timetables, it is vital to be a good communicator and having a happy to help can-do attitude is a must to ensure that work is completed to schedule. You will be on the front line of the operation and play a key role in the delivery of service to our client by ensuring that trains are cleaned to a high standard and are ready for rail users at the start of their journey and rail experience.
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Cleaning of washrooms, communal areas & floor space
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Vacuuming, sweeping dusting & damp wiping
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Litter collection, emptying of bins & disposal
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Sanitisation of touch points
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Use of cleaning equipment.
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Reporting of any equipment faults and health and safety concerns
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Adhering to all health & safety guidelines
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Attend relevant health & safety training
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Attend all training deemed by the company necessary to perform this role
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Can-Do, happy to help attitude
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Ability to work alone or as part of a team
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Flexible with working hours and days
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Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize work loads
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Good communication skills
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Must have the right to work in the UK
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Previous experience working in cleaning
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Previous experience of working with member of the public
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· Passing GSCE Grades (or equivalent) in: English, Maths
About The Company:
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.
Why Work for OCS?
✅Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
🚀Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
🙂 Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
📝Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
💰Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.
We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Cleaning Operative (Nights) in York employer: OCS Group
OCS UK & Ireland is an award-winning employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its employees, offering extensive training and development opportunities through the OCS Academy. Located in Hammersmith, our team enjoys a supportive work culture that values trust, respect, unity, and empowerment, alongside benefits such as flexible pay options and access to exclusive retail discounts. Join us to be part of a diverse workforce dedicated to making a positive impact in facilities management.
