Cleaner

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare check

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work

Career development

Referral bonus

Pension & life cover

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services in Yeovil is seeking a part-time Cleaner to join Defence on an 18-hour week contract, working 3 days out of 7. You will keep spaces clean, safe and welcoming for staff and visitors, with a focus on hygiene and quick spill response.

The role is contracted for 50.2 weeks per year. We value reliability, hands-on work ethic and flexibility to cover shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning role is preferred but not essential.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist cleaning and facilities teams to maintain safe, hygienic environments.
• Dust, sweep, mop, vacuum designated areas to a high standard.
• Sanitise surfaces, floors, windows, and touchpoints regularly.
• Respond to spillages quickly and efficiently.
• Manage waste and restock cleaning supplies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on

Flexible

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 18 hours per week, working 3 days out of 7.

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

Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year

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

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/0911/95882001/52845158/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!