Porter/Janitor (Weekends)

OCS; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Porter/Janitor for the University of Sussex campus. The role combines customer service with essential cleaning and facilities support, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Ideal candidates should have experience in cleaning and a strong customer service orientation.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, porterage, or facilities support.
• Understanding of COSHH regulations.
• Ability to interact professionally with diverse people.

Responsibilities

• Provide information and assistance to students, staff, and visitors.
• Clean academic and residential buildings to a high standard.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Customer Service

Cleaning

Time Management

Education

Right to Work in the UK

Job description

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About The Company

This recruitment campaign is being managed by OCS Group UK on behalf of Sussex Estates and Facilities LLP (SEF) - which is a partnership formed between OCS and the University of Sussex. SEF is the direct employer for this role and is responsible for delivering facilities management services across the University of Sussex estate.

OCS is proud to partner with the University of Sussex in this long-term collaboration. With a workforce of over 50,000 colleagues and a turnover exceeding £2 billion, OCS is a market leader in delivering innovative and award-winning services across facilities management, including hard services, cleaning, security, and catering. These strengths underpin our commitment to excellence in the SEF partnership.

Our shared mission is to enhance the University campus by ensuring it operates smoothly and efficiently, aligning with the University's values and commitment to sustainability. Together, we are dedicated to making the campus a better place for students, staff, and the broader community. The partnership is built on the core values of Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment, guiding how we work and deliver services.

Please note: The employing organisation for this role will be Sussex Estates and Facilities LLP.

About The Role

Working Days: Saturdays and Sundays 09:00 - 21:00pm

The Porter/Janitor is a dual-function role that combines front-line customer service with essential cleaning and facilities support across the University of Sussex. This role ensures a welcoming, safe, and clean environment for students, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include assisting with inquiries, maintaining cleanliness in academic and residential buildings, supporting minor maintenance, and responding to emergencies. The role is vital in upholding the university’s standards of service, safety, and presentation.

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide information and assistance to students, staff, and visitors, and manage front desk operations including mail and package handling.
• Clean academic and residential buildings to a high standard, including restrooms, floors, and common areas, using appropriate equipment.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, including fire alarm tests, and respond to emergencies such as medical incidents or security threats.
• Identify and report maintenance issues, and coordinate with maintenance teams or contractors for timely resolution.
• Replenish janitorial supplies, manage cleaning product deliveries, and maintain tidy and well-stocked storage areas.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate Should Meet The Following Criteria

• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• A willingness to go through DBS checks if successful in this role.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse range of people and handle inquiries or concerns effectively.
• Previous experience in cleaning, porterage, or facilities support, ideally in an educational or residential setting.
• Understanding of COSHH regulations and safe use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with good time management and problem-solving skills.
• Physically able to lift and move loads up to 15kg, with a dependable and punctual work ethic.
  
  

How To Apply

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Facilities Services, Hospitality, and Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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