Cleaner

Royal Mail; Colchester; On-site; GBP 1,900 - 2,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and PPE provided

Defined Contribution pension scheme

22.5 days annual leave, 25 after 5 yrs

Employee referral scheme

Full training and induction provided

Job summary

Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions is hiring a cleaner at West Mersea, Colchester. The role covers cleaning offices and toilets, with 3 hours per week scheduled Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10:00–11:00. Full training and uniform are provided, and there is limited on-site parking at the location.

We value friendly, reliable individuals who can work independently and communicate effectively with managers. Salary is £12.71 per hour, plus pension and leave benefits as described.

Qualifications

• Hands-on cleaning role with manual handling.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Friendly, reliable and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Mop, vacuum, and dust work areas; clean toilets, floors and offices.
• Empty bins and sanitise surfaces; litter picking in yard and car park.
• Work independently or in a team with clear communication to managers.

Skills

Reliable

Independent worker

Customer communication

Safety conscious

Job description

Join Our Team as a Cleaner - Make a Difference Every Day!

Job Reference Number: 342533

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Location: West Mersea SUDO, West Mersea, Colchester, CO5 8QQ

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 3 hours a week

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am to 11am

Why Join Us?

At Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions, we're proud to maintain one of the largest property portfolios in Europe. Our team of 2,500 dedicated professionals keeps over 2,000 sites running smoothly—and we'd love for you to be part of it.

As a cleaner, you'll play a vital role in keeping our spaces clean, safe, and welcoming. Whether you're working solo or as part of a team, your contribution will help us deliver the high standards our customers expect.

About The Role

Your responsibilities will include a range of cleaning tasks, including:

• Mopping, vacuuming, and dusting
• Cleaning toilets, floors and offices
• Emptying bins and sanitising surfaces
• Litter picking within yard and car park areas

This is a hands-on role that involves manual handling, but don't worry—we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, reliable, and self-motivated
• Able to work independently and manage their own time
• Comfortable communicating with customers and managers
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety

What We Offer

Previous cleaning experience is a bonus, but not essential.

• 22.5 days annual leave, rising to 25 after 5 years’ service (plus bank holidays)
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Defined Contribution pension scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Full training and induction provided - no experience needed!

Please note there is limited on-site parking available at this location. If you are relying on public transport, check to make sure the location has good public transport links and that the cost and time of the commute are not excessive.

Please note: This vacancy may close early once we receive enough applications, so don't wait!