Cleaning/Waste Operative - Days

ABM UK; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A facility services provider in Tees Valley is hiring a Cleaning/Waste Operative for a full-time role. The job involves providing thorough janitorial services, operating cleaning equipment, and managing waste in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be adaptable, reliable, and possess strong communication skills. Training will be provided, and participation in health and safety compliance is essential. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Benefits

24/7 GP access

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Willingness to follow health and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide janitorial services in various internal and external areas.
• Handle waste generated on-site through approved streams.
• Maintain and clean cleaning equipment effectively.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team player

Adaptability

Job description

Job Title: Cleaning/Waste Operative – Days

Location

Darlington

Shift Pattern

0700 – 1900 (Days) (4 On / 4 Off Rota)

Hours

38.5 Hours/Week

Rate of Pay

£12.43/Hour

Status

Full Time / Permanent

Reporting To

Site Operations Manager

Overview of Job Description

ABM Facility Services UK are looking to recruit Cleaning/Waste Operative’s on a full-time permanent basis for a high-profile client within the Darlington area. The successful candidate will need to display the ability to work as part of a team in a physically demanding, fast paced environment that provides janitorial and waste removal services for the client. Our teams consist of ambitious and motivated individuals who contribute to making a fun and friendly working environment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Working within our great janitorial and waste removal team in a warehouse environment, carrying out duties effectively and efficiently.
• Duties will include providing a high janitorial service both internally and externally in welfare areas, such as washrooms, break rooms and the canteen, social areas such as reception, offices and the locker room as well as production areas such as the main production floor.
• Duties will also include the handling of waste generated on site via the approved waste streams and ensuring that this is ready for transportation.
• The use of both walk-behind and ride-on sweepers and scrubber-dryers, along with other cleaning equipment. Ensuring that all equipment is kept clean, well maintained and in a safe working order.
• Being responsive to any spillages and callouts from the clients on site team.
• Communicate effectively with your team and line manager – we all work together.
• Wear protective clothing (PPE) and comply with Health & Safety legislation and policies.
• The post holder will need to be able to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team and exhibit great communication skills and be able to confidently communicate with their team members and those of the client.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo full training on all cleaning methods and cleaning equipment.
• Full training will be provided.

Person Specification

• Satisfactory response from Disclosure Board at a basic level and knowledge of health and safety requirements or a willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods or a willingness to learn.
• High attention to detail.
• An ability to work under pressure.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• An ability to quickly adapt to a very busy operational environment.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• This is an active role that requires you to be physically fit.

Essential

• Willingness to participate in the company’s screening process’ including completing a basic DBS check and submitting to random drug and alcohol testing.

Desirable

• First Aid at Work certificate.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Follow Group and company policies and procedures at all times.
• Report any apparent deficiencies in systems of work or equipment provided that may result in failure of service delivery or risk to health and safety or the environment.
• Use all work equipment and personal PPE properly and in accordance with training received.
• Report any issues or training needs to your Line manager and/or via your divisional incident reporting system.

We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits including:

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis

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About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

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