B7 Cleaner

Serco; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 21,987 - 29,797; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (up to 6%)

Cinema & entertainment discounts

Online shopping discounts

Holiday / leisure membership

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Serco is recruiting a Cleaning Operative at Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre to join our on-site team. You will clean designated areas to the highest standard using the provided equipment and support the Facilities Manager.

The role requires previous cleaning experience and a Basic Health & Safety qualification. We offer a competitive salary (£25,866.78 per annum), full-time hours, pension, and a supportive team environment at Brook House and Tinsley House.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is essential.
• A Basic Health & Safety qualification is required.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively at all levels.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to self-motivate and prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning stock within designated areas.
• Comply with Health & Safety Cleaning Procedures.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffers, and wet vac machines.
• Clean all assigned areas according to the Cleaning Schedule.
• Complete additional duties as directed by the Facilities Manager or Senior Engineer.

Skills

Cleaning

Health & Safety

Equipment operation

Communication

Time management

Education

Basic Health & Safety qualification

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Buffers

Wet vac machines

Job description

Cleaning Operative - Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre

Hours: Full-time (38.5 hrs per week)

Salary: £25,866.78 pa

At Serco, we take pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment for those in our care. We have an exciting opportunity for a Cleaning Operative to join our dedicated team at Gatwick Immigration Removal Centre.

Gatwick IRCs comprise Brook House and Tinsley House Immigration Removal Centres. Gatwick Pre-Departure Accommodation (PDA) is a small, discreet facility annexed to Tinsley House that provides short-stay accommodation and support to families with children under 18 years of age. Serco manages and delivers operations at both centres on behalf of the Home Office.

By joining our Cleaning Services team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that all assigned areas are cleaned to the highest standard using the provided equipment. You will also keep schedules updated, maintain records of tools, and carry out any other duties as directed by the Facilities Manager or Senior Engineer.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning stock within designated areas.
• Comply with Health & Safety Cleaning Procedures.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffers, and wet vac machines.
• Clean all assigned areas according to the Cleaning Schedule.
• Complete additional duties as directed by the Facilities Manager or Senior Engineer.

What You’ll Need

• Previous cleaning experience is essential.
• A Basic Health & Safety qualification.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively at all levels.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to self-motivate and prioritize workload.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Serco benefits package including cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
• An autonomous and supportive culture
• Working in a tight knit, friendly team environment

Employment and Equality

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office. You must be able to provide a 5-year checkable history for vetting and referencing.

We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. While we are a proudly Disability Confident Leader employer and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.