Cleaning Operative

Manchester Arndale; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Cleaning Operative to ensure train carriages are cleaned thoroughly from front to back and prepared for the next journey. The role features a varied rota (Mon–Sun) from 21:30 to 07:30, with emphasis on teamwork, punctuality and a proactive attitude.

You will work on the front line to deliver high standards of cleanliness and service to rail users, with a focus on communication and willingness to assist.

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Flexible with hours and days.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clean washrooms, communal areas and floor space.
• Vacuum, sweep, dust and damp wipe surfaces.
• Collect litter and empty bins; dispose of waste.
• Sanitise touch points to maintain hygiene.
• Operate cleaning equipment as required.
• Report equipment faults and health and safety concerns.
• Adhere to all health and safety guidelines.
• Attend relevant health and safety training.
• Attend all training deemed necessary to perform this role.

Skills

Can-Do attitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Right to work in UK

Education

GCSE English/Maths

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

About The Role:

Working Pattern: Varied shift rota Monday to Sunday - 9.30pm to 7.30am

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our team at OCS as a Cleaning Operative, where in the performance of your duties you will ensure that, while working as part of a team, the inside of train carriages are cleaned from front to back and ready to start the next stage of their journey.

Working at pace and to timetables, it is vital to be a good communicator and having a happy to help can-do attitude is a must to ensure that work is completed to schedule. You will be on the front line of the operation and play a key role in the delivery of service to our client by ensuring that trains are cleaned to a high standard and are ready for rail users at the start of their journey and rail experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cleaning of washrooms, communal areas & floor space
• Vacuuming, sweeping dusting & damp wiping
• Litter collection, emptying of bins & disposal
• Sanitisation of touch points
• Use of cleaning equipment.
• Reporting of any equipment faults and health and safety concerns
• Adhering to all health & safety guidelines
• Attend relevant health & safety training
• Attend all training deemed by the company necessary to perform this role

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Can-Do, happy to help attitude
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Flexible with working hours and days
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize work loads
• Good communication skills
• Must have the right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in cleaning
• Previous experience of working with member of the public
• Passing GSCE Grades (or equivalent) in: English, Maths

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?

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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.