Skill Trainer - Asset Presentation (Bus & Premises Cleaning)

About the Role

We are looking for a Skill Trainer - Asset Presentation (Bus & Premises Cleaning) to join our team at Go-Ahead London. This role is essential for delivering high-quality training to our cleaning operatives, ensuring they maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. As a Skill Trainer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing training programs that support our commitment to excellence in bus and premises cleaning operations.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and deliver induction, refresher, and upskilling training for bus and premises cleaning operatives.
• Provide hands-on coaching covering cleaning techniques, equipment, machinery, chemicals, and PPE.
• Ensure all training complies with Go-Ahead London policies, COSHH, Health & Safety legislation, and industry best practices.
• Conduct on-site assessments of cleaning performance, identifying capability gaps and supporting development plans.
• Maintain accurate and auditable training records, including certification and compliance tracking.
• Support operational managers with technical advice on cleaning processes, equipment use, and safe systems of work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by recommending new methods, technologies, or ways of working.
• Act as an ambassador for safety, professionalism, and high standards across all locations.

Requirements

• Experience in professional cleaning operations, ideally within transport, industrial, or facilities environments.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, machinery, chemicals, and safe working practices.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills, with the ability to engage colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Confidence delivering both classroom-based and on-the-job training.
• Working knowledge of COSHH, Health & Safety legislation, and environmental standards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

• Training Qualification (ESSENTIAL).
• Train-the-Trainer qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Recognized cleaning qualification (e.g., BICS, BCCA or equivalent).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free or discounted travel on London Buses and the TfL network.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A visible, influential role within a growing operational function.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape standards, influence behaviors, and directly improve the quality and safety of our bus and premises cleaning operations. If you enjoy developing people, raising standards, and making a visible impact across a large operational network, we’d love to hear from you.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

Go-Ahead London is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from women and from people of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented groups. We are an equal opportunities employer and select candidates based on merit and ability.