Cleaning Assistant

Manchester Arndale; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in Stornoway is seeking a proactive cleaner for a zero-hour contract role. You will be responsible for cleaning duties including floor cleaning, waste disposal, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have previous cleaning experience and good communication skills. Commitment to health and safety is essential. An inclusive work environment is offered, encouraging applications from all.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Inclusive and welcoming environment

Qualifications

• A pro-active attitude.
• Self-driven.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to form relationships with clients.
• Approachable demeanor and commitment to team working.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Use cleaning materials as instructed by the Chargehand.
• Operate cleaning machinery for cleaning soft and hard surfaces.
• Vacuum cleaning hard and soft floors.
• Spot cleaning of spillages.
• Clean toilets including sanitary fittings and surrounds.
• Report misuse or vandalism.
• Ensure that all Health & Safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Previous experience in a cleaning environment, preferably multi-site

Job description

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Use cleaning materials as instructed by the Chargehand.
• Operate cleaning machinery for cleaning soft and hard surfaces, e.g. vacuum cleaners and polishers.
• Vacuum cleaning hard and soft floors.
• Spot cleaning of spillages.
• Wipe furniture, ledges, pipes, paintwork.
• Polish door glass and windows.
• Empty and clean waste and recycling bins.
• Clean toilets including sanitary fittings and surrounds.
• Mop and spray clean hard floor surfaces.
• Wipe over, polish and straighten furniture.
• Replenish supplies in toilets and classrooms, etc.
• Check and close windows, switch off lights after work, lock doors when rooms are completed.
• Report misuse or vandalism.
• During holiday periods when the school is closed, or annual deep cleans routine cleaning is undertaken throughout the school. This may include stripping and sealing floors, removing chewing gum from floors, under desks, etc., high level dusting, wall washing, and moving furniture to deep clean classrooms, etc.
• Undertake any additional cleaning duties as directed, by the Cleaning Area Supervisor or Soft Services Manager.
• Ensure that all Health & Safety procedures are followed, in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain confidentiality in respect of school-related matters and to prevent disclosure of confidential and sensitive information.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Previous experience in a cleaning environment, preferably multi-site.

Personal Specification:

• A pro-active attitude.
• Self-driven.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to form relationships with clients and to exceed customer expectation.
• Approachable demeanour and a demonstrable commitment to team working.
• A commitment to continuing professional development in relation to themselves and their team members.

Work Pattern

• Monday-Friday
• Zero hour contract

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.