Cleaning Operative Peacehaven (45696)

Cleaning Operative Peacehaven (45696), West Sussex

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Client:

EMCOR UK

Location:

West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

16

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

Location: Peacehaven Community School, Greenwich Way, Peacehaven, East Sussex BN10 8RB

Salary: £10,920 per annum

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 15:00 - 18:30, 17.5 hours per week

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise 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.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

What you'll do:

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

Principal Accountabilities:

• Clean all areas of the school as directed by the Premises Manager, according to good cleaning principles and standards specified by EMCOR SLA & Cleaning Services Specification and Local Education Authority requirements.
• Operate mechanical and electrical cleaning equipment following training, instructions, and manufacturers' recommendations.
• Use cleaning products and materials as instructed and according to manufacturers' recommendations.
• Replenish consumables such as soap and toilet paper in toilets and activity areas as directed.
• Collect and dispose of waste from classrooms, activity areas, and toilets, and transfer to collection points for pick-up.
• During school closures, perform deep cleaning tasks including walls, doors, FFE, carpets, and floors, following manufacturer guidelines.
• Report repairs or maintenance needs to the Helpdesk or Premises Manager, including detached parts.
• Follow all health and safety policies, COSHH, and other relevant procedures.
• Assist in cleaning other areas during staff shortages or as directed.
• Perform emergency cleaning duties as required due to accidents, sickness, or vandalism.
• Carry out cleaning where health hazards exist, using PPE as identified in risk assessments.
• Maintain security and confidentiality as instructed.
• Perform additional duties within your skill level, including deputising for other roles, collecting/delivering goods, etc., including working extra hours if needed.

Holidays are to be taken during school term breaks.

Person Specification

Who you'll be:

• Experience in workplace cleaning is advantageous.
• Good time management skills.
• Experience in customer service.
• Methodical and meticulous work approach.
• Ability to read and speak English to ensure safe working practices.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days
• Industry-leading maternity & paternity policies, Real Living Wage employer
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Opportunities for learning and progression
• Discount shopping, gym, days out
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Medicash health plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health support
• Awards for health & safety achievements, including RoSPA awards
• Long-term stability with the employer