Cleaning Operative - Cardiff

EMCOR UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cleaning Operative to join their team in Cardiff. This role involves ensuring high cleaning standards across various sites, responding to service requests, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a methodical approach to tasks, and a commitment to excellent customer service. With a flexible working schedule and numerous benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a cleaner, safer work environment while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Company Van Provided

20 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays

Holiday Buy Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Internal Recognition Scheme

Learning & Development Opportunities

Flex Benefits

Bike To Work Scheme

Paid Volunteering Days

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in workplace cleaning is preferred.
• Ability to read and speak English for safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks to meet agreed standards.
• Report any repairs noticed during cleaning duties.
• Conduct daily maintenance on cleaning machinery.

Skills

Workplace Cleaning Experience

Customer Service

Time Keeping

English Proficiency

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Chemicals

Job description

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Duties/Responsibilities

Location: BBC Drama Village Roath Basin but mobile to other Regional Sites.

Salary: £13.10 per hour

Working hours: Flexible shift between 6am - 6pm Monday - Friday

Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits: Company Van provided - MUST HAVE FULL DRIVING LICENSE

About EMCOR UK: At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritize people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Overview: Required to undertake duties as directed and respond to reactive requests, providing best practice in all cleaning activities carried out to uphold company values at all times and to meet contractual deliverables.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out cleaning tasks to ensure the agreed standards and ensure workload is prioritised and completed.
• Ensure any repairs noticed during cleaning duties are reported.
• Ensure a timely response to any service shortfalls identified.
• Conduct all necessary daily maintenance on machinery (as trained) and report any issues.
• Carry out additional or special cleans as instructed.
• Ensure adequate stocks of consumables are available in nominated cleaning stores and where necessary requests for replenishments are submitted.
• Attend and complete training as required.
• Use chemicals and equipment as trained.
• Liaise with customers and clients in a professional manner, escalating as required to ensure resolution.
• To always work safely, raising any health and safety risks or hazards.
• Good housekeeping of equipment and consumables and storage areas.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience of workplace cleaning would be an advantage
• Good time keeping
• Experience of providing good customer service
• Methodical and meticulous approach to work
• Be able to read and speak English to ensure safe working practices are followed

Benefits:

• 20 Days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
• Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.