Cleaning Operative

CV Bay; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial laundry operations seeks a Cleaning Operative for their Reading site. This full-time position offers a hands-on role within an engineering team, ideal for individuals with mechanical or electrical interests. The role includes cleaning machines, assisting with maintenance, and following safety procedures, with opportunities for long-term career growth.

Benefits

Full training provided

Opportunity for technical skill development

Long-term progression

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanical or electrical work.
• Some practical experience or technical qualifications.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining industrial laundry machinery.
• Assisting engineers with routine inspections.
• Helping prepare equipment for servicing or repair.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical interest

Electrical interest

Strong work ethic

Education

City & Guilds

BTEC Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Cleaning Operative – Industrial Laundry Equipment
Location: Reading
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Sector:Engineering Support / Industrial Laundry Operations

We’re currently looking for a Cleaning Operative to join our busy industrial laundry site in Reading. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with a mechanical or electrical interest who is looking to build a long-term career in a stable and growing industry.

You’ll be working alongside our engineering and maintenance team, helping to keep our equipment in top condition and ensuring the smooth running of our operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and maintaining industrial laundry machinery and associated systems
• Assisting engineers with routine inspections and basic maintenance
• Helping to prepare equipment for servicing or repair
• Following health and safety procedures while working around large-scale automated systems

What We’re Looking For:

• An interest in mechanical or electrical work
• Some practical experience or technical qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds, BTEC Level 2/3, or equivalent)
• A good eye for detail and a strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and work as part of a team
• A reliable approach and commitment to workplace safety

What We Offer:
This is a great opportunity to start or grow your career within an essential industry. We offer full training, the chance to develop your technical skills, and long-term progression for the right person.
Our sector is resilient, with consistent demand, and we’re committed to supporting our team to grow with us.
If you’re ready to take the first step into a secure and rewarding technical career, we’d like to hear from you.

Please send your CV or get in touch directly withJon Glas at CV Bay Ltdto discuss this opportunity further on [e-mail] 0121 366 9016.