Janitor

Randstad Engineering; East Hartford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent staffing agency is seeking a self-motivated Janitor for a 6-month contract in Cramlington, UK. This onsite role focuses on maintaining high standards through daily cleaning and general maintenance tasks. Candidates should have prior experience in similar roles, effective communication skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is advantageous. Competitive pay is £15.18 per hour, with a 37.5-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cleaning or maintenance role is required.
• Proficiency in English with good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and act as a reliable team player.
• Comfortable with routine, repetitive tasks and occasional exposure to dust, fumes, or temperature extremes.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or food processing environment is a major asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning of laboratories, washrooms, offices, hallways, and cafeteria areas.
• Manage waste disposal, recycling, dusting, window cleaning, and polishing fixtures.
• Complete floor stripping and waxing, and clean air diffusers and exhaust grills.
• Maintain building exteriors, including debris removal and walkway sweeping.
• Replenish facility dispensers (soap, paper, garments) and maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Occasionally assist with relocating furniture, boxes, and workstations.

Skills

Previous experience in a cleaning or maintenance role

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Team player

Comfortable with routine tasks

Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Job description

Job Opportunity: Janitor (Cramlington)

We are seeking a self‑motivated Janitor to join our team in Cramlington for a 6‑month contract. This onsite role is essential for maintaining the high standards of our facility through daily cleaning and general maintenance.

Role Overview

• Pay Rate: £15.18 per hour
• Duration: 6 months
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: 37.50 hours per week
• Shift Pattern: B shift, 4 on 4 off
• Location: Onsite in Cramlington

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning & Upkeep: Perform daily cleaning of laboratories, washrooms, offices, hallways, and cafeteria areas.
• Facility Maintenance: Manage waste disposal, recycling, dusting, window cleaning, and polishing fixtures.
• Special Projects: Complete floor stripping and waxing, and clean air diffusers and exhaust grills.
• Exterior Care: Maintain building exteriors, including debris removal, walkway sweeping, and snow removal/salting during winter.
• Inventory & Supplies: Replenish facility dispensers (soap, paper, garments) and maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Porter Duties: Occasionally assist with relocating furniture, boxes, and workstations.

Requirements & Competencies

• Experience: Previous experience in a cleaning or maintenance role is required.
• Communication: Proficiency in English with good oral and written communication skills.
• Work Style: Ability to work with minimal supervision and act as a reliable team player.
• Physicality: Comfortable with routine, repetitive tasks and occasional exposure to dust, fumes, or temperature extremes.
• Assets: Experience in a pharmaceutical or food processing environment and familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are considered major assets.

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Casual dress with Hi‑viz and safety boots.
• Compliance: Successful candidates must pass a standard background check.
• Interview Process: Interviews will be conducted by onsite staff.
• Application: To apply please use the apply button.

Equal Opportunity

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.