Cleaning Operative

Rskraw; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in Dorset is seeking a motivated Cleaning Operative for a permanent, field-based role. The position involves providing cleaning services across various sites, ensuring a safe and clean environment. The role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Company sick pay

Pension matched up to 8%

Learning and development opportunities

Mileage and agile working

Paid day off annually to volunteer

Wellbeing portal and colleague voice

Rental/stamp duty loan and credit union access

Employee assistance and healthcare cash plan

Discounts on entertainment, shopping, and groceries

Progressively increasing annual leave over five years

Qualifications

• Previous experience in commercial cleaning desirable.
• Full driving license for van use is essential.
• Subject to a basic DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial cleaning tasks including vacuuming, dusting, and mopping.
• Maintain cleanliness in communal areas and sheltered flats.
• Deep clean void properties and manage graffiti removal.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

Ability to work independently

Basic IT skills

Job description

Location: Field-based with regular travel across Dorset

This is a 37-hour, permanent vacancy that will close in 13 days at 09:00 BST.

The role

Cleaning Operative

• 37 hours per week
• Field-based with regular travel across Dorset
• Permanent role
• Closing date for applications: 5th June 2025 (9 AM)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated mobile Cleaning Operative to join our Estate Services cleaning team. You will cover our Magna sites across Dorchester, Weymouth, Bridport, Sherborne, and Yeovil, providing scheduled and responsive cleaning services.

We prioritize our customers and offer an excellent benefits package and a positive working environment, fostering a rewarding career. Our team embraces diversity and believes that together we can achieve outstanding results.

Main duties include (but are not limited to):

• Commercial cleaning — vacuuming, polishing, dusting, mopping, descaling surfaces and floors throughout communal areas.
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment in Magna’s sheltered flats, housing, and supported sites.
• Removing graffiti and sharps, including cleaning blood spillages and bodily fluids (full training provided, PPE supplied).
• Deep cleaning of void properties.

Qualifications and skills for success:

• Previous experience in commercial cleaning is desirable but transferable qualities are encouraged.
• Customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Basic IT skills, including using a tablet.
• Full driving license for van use is essential.
• Subject to a basic DBS check.

We offer:

• Company sick pay
• Pension matched up to 8%
• Learning and development opportunities
• Mileage and agile working
• Paid day off annually to volunteer
• Wellbeing portal and colleague voice
• Rental/stamp duty loan and credit union access
• Employee assistance and healthcare cash plan
• Discounts on entertainment, shopping, and groceries
• Progressively increasing annual leave over five years

For full details of our benefits, please visit our website.

For an informal discussion, contact Dani Davies, Talent Acquisition Lead, at [e-mail] or mobile: [phone].

To apply, visit our website at www.magna.org.uk, select Careers > Current Vacancies, or follow the link in this advert.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so early application is encouraged.

About us

Magna Housing is a customer-centered housing association operating mainly in Dorset and Somerset, with headquarters in Dorchester. Our vision is to create great homes together. We aim to add value to our customers’ and colleagues’ lives and are committed to inclusivity, diversity, and innovation.

Visit our website for more information.