CleanerPorter Oldbury

West Midlands Police; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local police department in West Bromwich is seeking a part-time Cleaner / Porter responsible for cleaning and porter duties at the police station. The successful candidate should have experience in a similar role, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The position is 20 hours per week with responsibilities including maintaining cleaning equipment and undertaking manual handling. This role provides progression opportunities and access to a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Fair remuneration with progression opportunities

Access to a competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Comprehensive wellbeing package

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a similar role, ideally across multiple sites.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to understand both written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning and porter duties within the operational police station.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report any faults.
• Undertake manual handling of furniture and goods.

Skills

Cleaning Experience

Customer Service

Manual Handling

Interpersonal Skills

Basic IT skills

Job description

Overview

Facilities Management currently has a Cleaner / Porter vacancy within our Corporate Asset Management Department. The department consists of three key business areas – Fleet Services, Estates and Facilities Management – that provide a wide range of enabling support services including acquisitions, disposals, maintenance and servicing of police buildings and vehicles.

The successful applicant will be responsible for carrying out general cleaning and porter duties within the operational police station or partner building, covering offices, washrooms, welfare areas, custody suites and forensic areas.

Hours & Salary

Part‑time vacancy – 20 hours per week. Working times: Oldbury Custody (Wednesday to Friday, 07:00–11:00), West Bromwich Police Station (Saturday & Sunday, 07:00–11:00). Salary is pro‑rata.

Key Responsibilities

• Damp dusting furniture and fixtures, suction cleaning and wet mopping floors and stairwells, washing walls, vertical surfaces and tiled areas up to a height of 3.53 m using high‑level cleaning equipment.
• Cleaning kitchens and welfare areas, including defrosting refrigerators and cleaning inside units and cupboards.
• Maintaining cleaning equipment and reporting any faulty equipment or materials.
• Reporting maintenance defects noted in the building.
• Carrying out porter duties that involve manual handling of furniture and goods, and clearing/cleaning external areas as instructed.
• Undergoing training to safely carry out any other duties commensurate with the purpose and grading of the post.

Person Specification

• Experience of working in a similar role, ideally across multiple sites.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to understand both written and verbal instructions.
• Basic IT skills (email, e‑learning packages).
• Ability to undertake work that involves manual handling.
• Desire to undertake learning and development in performing all duties including safe use of cleaning equipment, machinery, manual handling and lifting equipment.
• Agility to commute to alternative areas of work within the police estate as required.
• Ability to work on own initiative and possess good interpersonal skills.
• Availability for weekend work or bank holidays as required.

Benefits

• Fair remuneration with progression opportunities and access to a competitive pension scheme.
• Enhanced annual leave in addition to public holiday entitlements.
• Discounts across travel, parking, daily costs, living and leisure activities.
• A comprehensive wellbeing package including 24/7 support, free eye tests and flu jabs.

Vetting

Successful applicants will be required to pass Recruitment Vetting and Counter‑Terrorism Clearance, including a full background and financial disclosure.

Medical

Appointment may depend on successful completion of medical checks, which may include a drug test and fitness test if required.

Interview

To be confirmed.

Contact

For further information, email the recruitment team.

Disability

West Midlands Police is a Disability Confident Leader. Candidates declaring a disability will be offered an interview where applicable.

Diversity and Inclusion

Maximise the potential of people from all backgrounds through a culture of fairness and inclusion to deliver the best service for our communities.

Key Skills

Restaurant Experience, Porter Experience, Customer Service, Buffing, Dealership Experience, Cleaning Experience, Detailing, Manual Transmission Experience, Maintenance, Custodial Experience, Power Tools, Commercial Cleaning.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: Years (minimum not specified)
Vacancy: 1