Mobile Cleaner

Royal Mail; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Fuel expenses covered between sites

Free uniform and PPE

Full training and induction

Free parking at work locations

Job summary

Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions is hiring a Mobile Cleaning Operative in Edinburgh. You will travel between sites, perform a range of cleaning tasks, and help maintain high cleanliness standards across locations.

The role is permanent, 37.5 hours per week, with a company van and provided training. A full UK driving licence with up to 6 penalty points is required to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Driving licence required with up to 6 penalty points.
• This is a physical role requiring manual handling.
• No prior cleaning experience is required; training will be provided.
• Must be able to travel between Edinburgh area sites.

Responsibilities

• Mop, vacuum, and dust surfaces to maintain cleanliness.
• Clean toilets, floors, and office areas.
• Empty bins and sanitize surfaces; litter-pick in yards and car parks.
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet site standards.

Skills

Reliable

Self-motivated

Time management

Good communication

Friendly

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Join Royal Mail P&FS as a Mobile Cleaning Operative – Keep Our Sites Sparkling!

Location: Edinburgh

Job Reference Number: 342254

Pay: £13.10 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours a week

Schedule: Monday - Saturday 9am to 3.15pm

About Us

Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions manages and maintains over 2,000 sites across the UK, making us one of the largest corporate real estate teams in Europe. With over 2,500 employees, we’re proud to support Royal Mail’s mission of connecting communities and delivering to over 29 million addresses nationwide.

About The Role

As a Mobile Cleaning Operative, you’ll travel between multiple sites in Edinburgh and the surrounding area, covering for absences and holidays. Your responsibilities will include a range of cleaning tasks, including:

• Mopping, vacuuming, and dusting
• Cleaning toilets, floors and offices
• Emptying bins and sanitising surfaces
• Litter picking within yard and car park areas

You’ll be working independently or as part of a team, helping us maintain the high standards our customers expect.

This is a physical role that involves manual handling, but don’t worry – we’ll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

Driving Licence Required

Due to the mobile nature of this role, you’ll need a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points. A work van will be provided for travel between sites.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, reliable, and self-motivated
• Able to manage their own time and work independently
• Comfortable using cleaning equipment (training provided)
• A good communicator who follows Health & Safety guidelines

Previous Cleaning Experience Is Helpful, But Not Essential.

What’s in it for You?

• 22.5 days annual leave, rising to 25 after 5 years’ service – plus bank holidays
• Company van provided – with fuel expenses covered between sites
• Free uniform and PPE
• Defined Contribution pension scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Free parking at work locations
• Full training and induction – no experience needed!