Cleaning Operative

Manchester Arndale; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is hiring a Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across its sites. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will help create a safe and welcoming environment through thorough cleaning duties.

You will vacuum, mop, dust, sanitize toilets and kitchens, replenish supplies, follow health and safety regulations, and report maintenance needs. The role suits a reliable, detail‑oriented team player who can work independently when required.

Qualifications

• Experience in general cleaning duties.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication with colleagues and supervisors.
• Right to work in the UK and comply with safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties, including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting and window cleaning.
• Clean and sanitise restrooms, kitchens and other common areas.
• Empty and dispose of rubbish and recycling materials.
• Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper and paper towels.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is used and maintained correctly.
• Follow health and safety regulations, including COSHH.
• Report maintenance or repair needs to the supervisor promptly.
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure areas are clean and presentable.

Skills

Right to work in the UK

Attention to detail

Good communication

Team player

Reliability and punctuality

Health and safety awareness

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.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.


• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.


• Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.


• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!


• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

About The Role:

As a Cleaner, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across various areas. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will ensure that all assigned areas are cleaned efficiently and effectively, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment.

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Perform general cleaning duties, including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, touch point sanitation, toilet cleaning, descaling, and window cleaning


• Clean and sanitise restrooms, kitchens, and other common areas


• Empty and dispose of rubbish and recycling materials


• Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels


• Ensure all cleaning equipment is used and maintained correctly


• Follow health and safety regulations, including COSHH guidelines


• Report any maintenance or repair needs to the supervisor promptly


• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently


• Conduct regular checks to ensure all areas are clean and presentable

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• You must have the right to work in the UK


• Positive and proactive attitude towards work


• Keen attention to detail to ensure high standards of cleanliness


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Good communication skills to interact with colleagues and supervisors


• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic


• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations

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.