External Cleaning Operative

Anchor Group Services; Royal Borough of Greenwich; Vor Ort; GBP 17.000 - 24.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Auto Enrolment Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme Available

Full uniform provided

Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/

Hospital Saturday Fund

Reward and Recognition Awards

Anchor Academy training access

Zusammenfassung

Anchor Group Services is hiring External Cleaning Operatives for The Elephant, a landmark development in London. You will maintain the cleanliness and presentation of external areas, working outdoors across walkways and public spaces.

The role involves cleaning duties, safety-conscious operation of equipment, and collaboration with site teams to uphold high standards. A reliable, detail-oriented approach is essential for this flagship London mobilisation.

Qualifikationen

• Previous cleaning experience is preferred.
• Assists with outdoor cleaning duties.
• Knowledge of COSHH is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Maintain cleanliness across external areas and public spaces.
• Carry out outdoor cleaning using appropriate equipment.
• Respond to spills and maintain a safe environment.
• Support waste management and recycling activities.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely per procedures.
• Report defects and maintenance concerns.
• Support site activities during busy periods and seasons.
• Maintain a professional, friendly approach as a site ambassador.

Kenntnisse

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

COSHH knowledge

Physical fitness

Communication

Independent work

Pressure washer

Tools

Pressure washers

Jobbeschreibung

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 28/10/2026

At Anchor Group Services, our people are the foundation of our success. That's why we're committed to creating a supportive environment where you can develop your skills, progress your career and make a real impact.

As a leading provider of security, cleaning and facilities management services across the UK, we recognise that our success depends on the talent and dedication of our teams. That's why we invest in our people through a range of employee benefits, dedicated management support and wellbeing resources, including our Employee Assistance Programme.

Through our own Anchor Academy, you'll have access to hundreds of accredited training courses to help you develop your skills, thrive in your role and achieve your career goals.

Job Description

Job Role: ExternalCleaning Operative

Pay: £14.80per hour

Location: The Elephant, Elephant & Castle, London

Overview

Join the team helping to maintain oneof London's newest and most exciting destinations.

Anchor Group Services is recruitingExternal Cleaning Operatives for The Elephant, a landmark mixed-use developmentat the heart of Elephant & Castle. Bringing together retail, residentialand public spaces, The Elephant is set to become a vibrant destination whereresidents, visitors, retailers and communities come together.

This is a unique opportunity to join aflagship London mobilisation from day one, helping to establish standards,culture and service excellence across a brand-new development. As an ExternalCleaning Operative, you will play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness,appearance and presentation of the development's external areas and public spaces,helping to create a safe, welcoming and well-presented environment for everyonewho visits, lives or works at The Elephant.

If you're reliable, professional andtake pride in maintaining exceptional environments, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As an External Cleaning Operative, youwill play a key role in maintaining the appearance and presentation of TheElephant's external areas. Working outdoors, you will carry out a range ofcleaning and maintenance duties to help create a clean, safe and welcomingenvironment for residents, visitors and occupiers.

You will be a visible ambassador forboth Anchor Group Services and The Elephant, taking pride in your work andhelping to ensure the development always makes a positive impression.

Duties Include:

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness andpresentation across all external areas of the development, including walkways,entrances and public spaces.
  
• Carry out a range of external cleaning duties,including litter picking, sweeping, pressure washing and graffiti removal.
  
• Respond promptly to spillages, hazards andcleanliness issues, helping to maintain a safe environment for all site users.
  
• Support waste management and recycling activities,ensuring bins, recycling stations and collection areas are maintained to a highstandard.
  
• Operate cleaning equipment and machinery safelyand effectively, in accordance with training and site procedures.
  
• Report defects, damage, hazards and maintenanceconcerns, helping to ensure the development remains safe, clean andpresentable.
  
• Support site activities, busy periods and seasonalmaintenance requirements, contributing to the smooth operation of thedevelopment.
  
• Maintaina professional and friendly approach at all times, supporting site teams andacting as an ambassador for the client and company.
  

Requirements

• Previous experience within cleaning, externalcleaning, facilities management or a similar environment would be preferred.
  
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weatherconditions.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in highstandards.
  
• Reliable, punctual and self-motivated.
  
• Good communication and customer service skills.
  
• Physically capable of undertaking an active roleinvolving walking, lifting and outdoor cleaning duties.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of ateam.
  
• Flexible approach to working hours and operationalrequirements.
  
• Experience operating pressure washers ormechanical cleaning equipment.
  
• Knowledgeof COSHH requirements.
  
• Access to a range of nationally recognised coursesvia the Anchor Academy.
  
• Auto Enrolment Pension.
  
• Stream – access to pay as you earn it.
  
• Cycle to Work Scheme Available.
  
• Full uniform provided.
  
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 includingaccess to counselling.
  
• Hospital Saturday Fund.
  
• Reward and Recognition Awards.
  
• Opportunity to join a flagship London mobilisationproject from day one.
  

Other companies may call this role: ExternalCleaner, Environmental Operative, Public Realm Operative, Street CleansingOperative, Grounds Maintenance Operative, Outdoor Cleaner, Estate ServicesOperative, Environmental Services Assistant.

Withincommuting distance of: Elephant & Castle, Southwark, Borough, LondonBridge, Waterloo, Bermondsey, Kennington, Lambeth, Peckham, Camberwell,Brixton, Deptford, New Cross, Greenwich, Lewisham, Croydon and Central London

Anchor Group Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.