Cleaning Technician

Job Title: Cleaning Technician

Sanctuary provides in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers, and providing first-class customer service.

Salary: £26,666 per year

Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Purpose

We have an opportunity for a Cleaning Technician to join our Estate Services team in Canterbury. You will be responsible for cleaning offices, general housing schemes, and blocks of flats within the region. Daily duties include cleaning communal areas, including stairs, lifts, toilets, and kitchens. You will work within a team, but lone working will also be required at times.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties such as vacuuming, sweeping, wiping and sanitising surfaces, dusting, cleaning internal glass, mopping floors, and cleaning toilets, bathrooms, shower rooms, kitchens, and other areas, including rubbish removal and bulk item disposal.
• Undertake regular risk assessments to identify and report hazards or faults, maintaining a safe environment.
• Provide accurate and timely updates on work progress.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition and manage stock levels.
• Deliver a professional, courteous, and customer-focused service.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in general cleaning duties is essential.
• British Institute Certificate in cleaning services is desirable.
• Practical experience operating cleaning machinery is desirable.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise workload.
• Valid UK driving licence, as driving on company business may be required.

About Us

Sanctuary Property Services provides in-house repairs and maintenance services across our property portfolio. We are committed to our core values of transparency, partnership, and excellent customer service.

We offer an attractive employment package including 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, a pension scheme, Life Assurance, Employee Advice Service, Cycle to Work scheme, voluntary health plans, wellbeing support, and employee networks.

Additional Information

If you have questions or need adjustments during the application process, contact our talent team at propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk. We may close or extend the application deadline depending on application volume. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive environment, supporting our Disability Confident status.

Sanctuary Group is an equal opportunity employer and works closely with the Home Office to prevent unlawful working. Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.