Clear & Clean Operative

Together Housing Group; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Flexible working

Pension plan

Benefits package

Job summary

Together Housing Group in Blackburn is seeking a hands-on Clear & Clean Operative to support waste management, recycling and property clearance across our housing stock. This full-time role is based mainly in our operational yard, with duties including cleaning, disposing of waste and preparing empty homes for new residents.

27 days holiday, a flexible working environment, and an attractive pension scheme are on offer.

Qualifications

• Full Manual UK Driving Licence is required.
• Practical experience in cleaning or caretaking is essential.
• Experience working in a customer-oriented environment is desirable.
• Ability to operate cleaning/caretaking equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act and site-specific safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support waste and recycling operation, segregate waste streams and ensure proper handling.
• Manage scrap materials, dismantle appliances for recycling or disposal.
• Maintain a safe, organised yard and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Conduct property clearances, final cleans, deep cleans and garden maintenance for empty homes.
• Assist with removal, transportation and disposal of household goods and bulky items.
• Communicate professionally with residents, colleagues and contractors, addressing issues promptly.
• Adhere to risk assessments, COSHH requirements and safe systems of work.
• Carrying out basic checks and maintenance of tools, vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Driving licence

Cleaning experience

Caretaking experience

Customer service

Job description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Clear & Clean Operative to join our team in Blackburn. This varied role will primarily be based within our operational yard, where you will take a lead role in supporting the day-to-day management of waste and recycling activities. Responsibilities will include segregating waste streams, managing scrap materials, dismantling appliances and other items for recycling or disposal, and maintaining a safe, organised and efficient working environment in line with our recycling objectives.

In addition to these yard-based responsibilities, you will also support property clearances, final cleans, garden works, and other Clear & Clean activities across our housing stock as service demands require. This is a hands‑on role that offers a balance of waste management, recycling, property clearance, and cleaning work while helping us prepare homes for new residents and maintain our environmental standards.

Together Housing Group

We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link -

Outline of key responsibilities for the Clean and Clear Operative...

• Support the day-to-day management of the waste and recycling operation, ensuring materials are sorted, processed and disposed of appropriately.
• Segregate waste streams and maximise recycling opportunities in line with organisational and environmental objectives.
• Manage scrap materials, dismantle appliances and other items for recycling or disposal, and ensure all waste is handled safely.
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient yard environment, ensuring work areas are kept clean and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Conduct property clearances, final cleans, deep cleans and garden maintenance to prepare empty homes for new residents.
• Assist with the removal, transportation and disposal of household goods, waste and bulky items from properties.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with residents, colleagues and contractors, taking ownership of issues to ensure a high standard of customer service.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and promote a positive safety-first culture at all times.
• Ensure compliance with risk assessments, COSHH requirements, safe systems of work and relevant industry legislation.
• Carry out basic checks, servicing and maintenance of tools, vehicles and equipment, reporting defects where required.

Requirements for a Clean and Clear Operative:

• Full Manual UK Driving Licence.
• Practical experience in cleaning or caretaking.
• Experience working in a customer-oriented environment.
• Ability to operate relevant cleaning/caretaking equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act and site-specific safety protocols.

In return, we are offering the successful candidate...

• Starting salary of £25,878
• 27 days holiday (rising to 32 over 5 years’ service) + bank holidays
• A flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies
• You will be working 37 hours per week 7:30am - 3:30pm Monday-Thursday, and 7:30am - 3:00pm on Friday's
• Attractive pension scheme
• To explore the full range of our award-winning benefits

THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received.

Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.