Hygiene Operative

OCS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

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Flexible pay via Wagestream

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Hygiene Operative to support on-site cleaning at client sites in Birmingham. The role prioritises high standards of cleanliness and strict safety compliance, with potential use of heavy equipment as needed.

You will clock in via our app, follow COSHH guidelines, and be prepared to work at heights on early shifts. The ideal candidate has the right to work in the UK and demonstrates reliability and promptness.

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK.
• Background in cleaning is advantageous.
• Willingness to work at height.
• COSHH and IOSH training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure work environment.
• May require the use of heavy industrial equipment and working at heights.

Job description

About The Role:

Working Pattern

Monday 0600-0900
Tuesday 0600-0900
Wednesday and Thursday 0600-0830
Friday and Saturday 0600-0900

We are currently recruiting for a Hygiene Operative to support our client’s site.

At OCS, our cleaners play an important part in providing safe, clean environments in which our customers can thrive in their workspaces.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• An awareness of the need to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure work environment.
• This role may require the use of heavy industrial equipment, specialist chemicals and working at heights.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• You must have Right to Work in the UK
• A background working in cleaning would be advantageous.
• Willingness to work at height.
• COSHH and IOSH trained desirable.

About The Company:

Additional Requirements

Due to the nature of this role, you will need access to a smartphone that can support our approved work applications for tasks such as clocking in and out (if you are required to use our time and attendance system for your role), viewing schedules, completing training and receiving work-related communications.

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
• Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.