Cleaning Operative

Job Advert; Pencoed; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free on-site parking

Subsidised canteen

Full training and induction provided

Modern, high-tech environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

OA Group is advertising a Cleaning Operative role in a high-tech manufacturing environment. You will maintain cleanliness across production, laboratories, and operational areas to support safe, compliant operations.

The role requires experience in cleaning within manufacturing settings, strong attention to detail, reliability, and flexibility to work early shifts, weekends, and overtime. We offer full training, weekly pay, and opportunities for career progression within a globally recognised

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow cleaning procedures and Health & Safety guidelines.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Physical ability to carry out manual cleaning duties.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitising of production areas and laboratories
• Following strict cleaning schedules and procedures to maintain hygiene standards
• Operating cleaning equipment and using cleaning products safely and effectively
• Disposing of waste in accordance with company procedures
• Restocking cleaning supplies and reporting stock shortages when required
• Ensuring all cleaning records and documentation are completed accurately
• Adhering to Health & Safety, GMP, and site hygiene regulations at all times
• Identifying and reporting maintenance or cleanliness issues
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the department
• Contributing to a safe, clean, and productive working environment

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication skills

Punctuality

Job description

Cleaning Operative

Join a Global Leader in Diagnostics & Life Sciences

Are you reliable, hardworking, and take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness? Are you looking for a hands‑on role within a modern, high‑tech working environment where your contribution makes a real difference?

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the world's leading diagnostics and life sciences organisations as a Cleaning Operative, supporting a clean, safe, and efficient workplace within a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

Pay & Shift Pattern

• £16.03 per hour
• Continental shift pattern: 06:00 - 18:00
• Every other weekend off
• Temporary contract with potential for extension

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Full training and comprehensive induction provided
• Modern, clean, high‑tech working environment
• Weekly pay
• Free on‑site parking
• Subsidised canteen
• Supportive team environment
• Excellent work‑life balance with every other weekend off
• Opportunity to gain experience with a globally recognised organisation
• Potential opportunities for career progression

The Role: Cleaning Operative

As a Cleaning Operative, you will play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards across production, laboratory, and operational areas. Your work will help ensure a safe and compliant environment for employees and manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities for a Cleaning Operative:

• Cleaning and sanitising of production areas and laboratories
• Following strict cleaning schedules and procedures to maintain hygiene standards
• Operating cleaning equipment and using cleaning products safely and effectively
• Disposing of waste in accordance with company procedures
• Restocking cleaning supplies and reporting stock shortages when required
• Ensuring all cleaning records and documentation are completed accurately
• Adhering to Health & Safety, GMP, and site hygiene regulations at all times
• Identifying and reporting maintenance or cleanliness issues
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the department
• Contributing to a safe, clean, and productive working environment

What We're Looking For in a Cleaning Operative:

• Previous cleaning within a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Ability to follow cleaning procedures and Health & safety guidelines
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required
• Physical ability to carry out manual cleaning duties

Desirable

• Experience within a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, laboratory, healthcare, or regulated environment
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations and safe use of cleaning chemicals
• Experience working to documented procedures and quality standards
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

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