Cleaner

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva Digicare - Free annualHealthcare

Employee Assistance Programme - Mental

Perks at Work - Exclusive benefits

Career training & development - Appr.

Earn up to £500: refer a friend

Comprehensive pension scheme and life

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is recruiting a Cleaner for Defence on a part-time basis in Plymouth. The role is contracted to 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, days.

You will keep our spaces clean, safe and welcoming, supporting secure environments and the needs of colleagues and visitors. No prior cleaning experience is essential, as training is provided, and flexibility is valued.

Qualifications

• Brilliant organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Hands-on work ethic.
• Cleaning experience is not essential but advantageous.
• Flexible approach to working.

Responsibilities

• Work with cleaning and facilities teams to keep environments safe and hygienic.
• Dust, sweep, polish, mop, and vacuum designated areas to a high standard.
• Ensure surfaces, floors, windows, and touchpoints are sanitised regularly.
• Mop up spillages quickly and efficiently.
• Empty and dispose of bin waste.
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on

Flexible approach

Job description

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

About The Role

We're currently recruiting a Cleaner to join Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week, working Monday to Friday, days.

You’ll keep our spaces clean, safe and welcoming, making a real difference to everyone who works in or visits them.

What You'll Do

• Working alongside our cleaning and facilities teams to keep environments safe and hygienic for every client and customer
• Dusting, sweeping, polishing, mopping, and vacuuming designated areas to a high standard
• Ensuring surface areas, floors, windows, and other touchpoints are sanitised regularly
• Performing additional cleaning duties as and when required, such as mopping up spillages quickly and efficiently
• Emptying and disposing of bin waste
• Monitoring and re-stocking cleaning supplies

What We Offer

• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
• Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
• Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
• Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance
• Onsite free car parking

About You

• Have brilliant organisational skills and attention to detail
• Enjoy working in a hands-on role
• Have had cleaning experience in a similar role, although this is not essential
• Have a flexible approach to working

Job Reference: com/0511/76589001/51932619/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!