Cleaner

Kier Group plc.; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc is seeking a dedicated Cleaner to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for staff, students and visitors across our premises. You will work with colleagues to uphold high hygiene standards and follow health and safety regulations.

The role covers floor cleaning, washroom disinfection, waste disposal and upkeep of kitchens and outdoor spaces, with emphasis on reliability, teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and pride in cleaning areas.
• Ability to organise tasks efficiently within timeframes.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and communicate with supervisors.
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks (lifting, bending, standing for extended periods).
• Commitment to health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop and vacuum floors in classrooms, offices, corridors and communal spaces.
• Clean and disinfect washrooms, including toilets, sinks and fixtures.
• Dust surfaces and high-touch points to maintain hygiene.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste properly.
• Clean kitchen areas and outdoor spaces, entrances and pathways.

Skills

Attention to detail

Task organization

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Health & safety

Job description

Join our team as a Cleaner and play a vital role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all building users. This position is essential in supporting the health, well-being, and productivity of staff, students, and visitors. You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, while adhering to health and safety regulations. As a valued member of our team, you’ll contribute to the overall efficiency and reputation of our facility.

What will you be responsible for?

• Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors in classrooms, offices, corridors, and communal spaces, ensuring all areas are spotless
• Cleaning and disinfecting washrooms, including toilets, sinks, and fixtures, and refilling soap dispensers and paper towels
• Dusting surfaces and high-touch points such as door handles, light switches, and banisters to maintain hygiene standards
• Emptying waste bins and ensuring proper disposal of waste across all designated areas
• Cleaning kitchen areas and outdoor spaces, including entrances and pathways, keeping them tidy and welcoming

What are we looking for?

• You have strong attention to detail and take pride in noticing and addressing areas needing cleaning or maintenance
• You can organise tasks efficiently within allocated timeframes and work proactively
• You’re able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and communicate well with supervisors
• You’re physically capable of performing manual tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
• You’re committed to following health and safety protocols to ensure a safe environment for everyone

Rewards and benefits

We’re proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier’s diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

• As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case‑by‑case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre‑employment checks.