Cleaning Operative

14Forty; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A key cleaning services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Cleaning Operative to maintain high cleanliness standards at their East Kilbride production site. The role involves routine and deep cleaning tasks, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a flexible approach to various working hours. Training is provided for those without previous experience, making this an excellent opportunity for dependable individuals looking to take pride in their work.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Previous cleaning experience in a production or manufacturing setting is ideal but training will be provided.
• Ability to follow procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the site meets required hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Carry out routine and deep cleaning of production areas and equipment.
• Clean and sanitise floors, walls, and touchpoints.
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Reliability

Safety-consciousness

Job description

Cleaning Operative

Location: East Kilbride

Hourly rate: £12.21 per hour

Multiple working hour patterns available

We’re currently recruiting a Cleaning Operative to join our cleaning team at a production site for 14forty. As a key member of the cleaning operation, you will play an important role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene to support safe and efficient production. If you’re a reliable and detail-focused Cleaning Operative looking for a role you can take pride in, we’d love to hear from you.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Working alongside the production and cleaning teams to ensure the site meets required hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards
• Carrying out routine and deep cleaning of production areas, equipment, and machinery in line with site procedures
• Cleaning and sanitising floors, walls, work surfaces, and touchpoints using approved cleaning chemicals and methods
• Following all health & safety, food safety, and site hygiene regulations at all times
• Responding promptly to spillages and cleaning issues to maintain a safe production environment
• Emptying and disposing of waste in line with site and environmental procedures
• Monitoring and restocking cleaning supplies as required
• Completing basic cleaning or hygiene records where necessary

Our ideal Cleaning Operative will:

• Have excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Enjoy working in a hands‑on, active role within a production environment
• Ideally have previous cleaning experience in a production, manufacturing, or similar setting (training will be provided)
• Be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to follow procedures accurately
• Have a flexible approach to working hours and tasks