Public Sector Cleaning Specialist – Council Buildings

5 Star Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

5 Star Recruitment is seeking a cleaning operative to support the council’s in-house cleaning service across flagship buildings. You will contribute to exemplar cleanliness, participate in events and training, and work as part of a team to maintain a safe, clean environment.

The post requires knowledge of cleaning equipment, adherence to COSHH and chemical data sheets, and awareness of BICSc qualifications. A can-do attitude and ability to work unsupervised are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning equipment used in a commercial environment.
• Ability to demonstrate colour coding for cleaning tools (mops/cloths).
• Awareness of or hold the British Institute of Cleaning Services (BICSc) qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned, routine and periodic cleaning services reflecting building type and hours of operation.
• Ensure allocated areas are cleaned and maintained to the required standard.
• Minimise disruption to building users while performing duties.
• Follow safe working practices and clean per COSHH, colour coding and chemical data sheets.
• Ensure adequate stock levels and report shortages to line management.
• Carry out pre-user checks of equipment and operate only per manufacturers instructions.
• Report building defects to line management and assist facilities management to resolve issues.
• Complete attendance records and report sickness or absence to supervisor.
• Attend mandatory training (COSHH, Health and Safety, BICSc) and aim for BICSc certification as a minimum.
• Maintain issued uniform in clean condition at all times.
• Undertake additional duties to maintain/improve cleaning services.

Skills

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Color coding for mops/cloths

BICSc certificate awareness

Education

BICSc certificate

Job description

5 Star Recruitment is seeking a cleaning operative to support the council’s in-house cleaning service across flagship buildings. You will contribute to exemplar cleanliness, participate in events and training, and work as part of a team to maintain a safe, clean environment.

The post requires knowledge of cleaning equipment, adherence to COSHH and chemical data sheets, and awareness of BICSc qualifications. A can-do attitude and ability to work unsupervised are essential.