Cleaning/Waste Operative

ABM UK; Wynyard; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility services provider in Wynyard, Canada, is seeking a full-time Cleaning/Waste Operative. The role involves working in a team to maintain cleanliness in various areas and handling waste management. Candidates should be physically fit and able to work under pressure. Previous knowledge of health and safety protocols is preferred, and full training will be provided. Benefits include mental health support, GP access, and a get fit program.

Benefits

24/7 GP access

Mental health support

Get Fit Programme

Financial and legal support

Cycle to work scheme

Access Perks at Work app

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn cleaning methods.
• Physically fit for active role.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and waste removal services effectively in various areas.
• Handle waste and ensure readiness for transportation.
• Maintain and operate cleaning equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent communication skills

Reliability

Education

Knowledge of health and safety requirements

Job description

Location:AMAZON NCL2

Shift Pattern:4 on 4 off

Hours:48 hours per week

Rate of Pay:£13.01 per hour

Overview of Job Description

ABM Facility Services UK are looking to recruit Cleaning/Waste Operative’s on a full‑time permanent basis for a high‑profile client within the Hull area. The successful candidate will need to display the ability to work as part of a team in a physically demanding, fast paced environment that provides janitorial and waste removal services for the client. Our teams consist of ambitious and motivated individuals who contribute to making a fun and friendly working environment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Working within our great janitorial and waste removal team in a warehouse environment, carrying out duties effectively and efficiently.
• Duties will include providing a high janitorial service both internally and externally in welfare areas, such as: washrooms, break rooms and the canteen, social areas, such as: reception, offices and the locker room and production areas, such as the main production floor.
• Duties will also include the handling of waste generated on site via the approved waste streams and ensuring that this is ready for transportation.
• The use of both walk‑behind and ride‑on sweepers and scrubber‑dryers, along with other cleaning equipment. Ensuring that all equipment is kept clean, well maintained and in a safe working order.
• Being responsive to any spillages and callouts from the clients on site team.
• Communicate effectively with your team and line manager – we all work together.
• Wear protective clothing (PPE) and comply with Health & Safety legislation and policies.
• The post holder will need to be able to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team and exhibit great communication skills and be able to confidently communicate with their team members and those of the client.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo full training on all cleaning methods and cleaning equipment.
• Full training will be provided.

Person Specification

• Satisfactory response from Disclosure Board at a basic level and knowledge of health and safety requirements or a willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods or a willingness to learn.
• High attention to detail.
• An ability to work under pressure.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• An ability to quickly adapt to a very busy operational environment.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• This is an active role that requires you to be physically fit.

Essential

• Willingness to participate in the company’s screening process’ including completing a basic DBS check and submitting to random drug and alcohol testing.

Desirable

• First Aid at Work certificate.

We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits including:

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK‑based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:

• Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis

About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue‑chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.