Weekend Cleaning Operative

ABM UK; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading cleaning services provider is seeking a Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness at the Gyle Shopping Centre in Edinburgh. You'll be working 16 hours on weekends, requiring 2 years of cleaning experience and sound communication skills. This role offers a supportive work environment with various benefits including mental health support and GP access.

Benefits

24/7 GP access

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts and cashback offers

Qualifications

• 2 years cleaning experience required.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high cleanliness standards at the shopping centre.
• Assist customers and retailers as needed.
• Respond to emergencies efficiently.

Skills

Sound communication skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

LOCATION: The Gyle Shopping Centre

PAY RATE: £12.60 per hour

HOURS: Saturday & Sunday, 16 hours per week

If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Department at [e-mail]. We’re here to help!

Gyle Shopping Centre is one of Edinburgh’s prestige retail outlets which benefits from easy commuting from Edinburgh City Centre and surrounding areas. It offers free parking and discounted benefits from certain retailers.

Role overview

As part of the ABM Cleaning Team you will benefit from full uniform with an annual refresh, access to Perkbox employee benefit scheme (including discounted e-vouchers for most retailers, gyms, holidays and car rentals), and an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support. This position is for a Cleaner working 16 hours per week, Saturday & Sunday 8am – 5pm. 28 days annual leave including Public Holidays (pro rata for part time).

Online E-Learning is readily available to support our comprehensive Learning & Development programmes. Full training and induction are provided for all colleagues with a team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the high standards at Gyle Shopping Centre and be proactive in addressing issues in entrances, mall, toilets and back of house areas.
• Assist customers and retailers when required.
• Assist in emergency situations.
• Provide additional resource in the Food Court.
• Attend to cleaning duties and other reasonable tasks within the shopping centre as directed by ABM supervisors and managers.
• Be flexible and responsive to changing daily priorities.
• Be knowledgeable of all cleaning-related tasks to support current scheduled activity at shift start.
• Be familiar with the building layout to service required areas.
• Prioritise jobs according to urgency and maintain quality within time allocations, planning around periodic tasks.
• Escalate issues to ABM supervisors and managers.
• Ensure the work area is clean, well maintained and equipment is secure.
• Communicate regularly with ABM supervisors and managers to obtain feedback on quality, service and care.
• Undertake training as necessary in line with role development.
• Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• Availability as required, including weekends/public holidays depending on shift patterns.
• Promote a clean and safe working environment by following company policies and procedures.
• Attend and participate in meetings as required.
• Operate and manage workload effectively without supervision.
• Ensure health and safety procedures comply with legislation and company policy.
• Maintain professional standards of service, speed and quality assurance.
• Adhere to new policies and procedures to ensure a respectful workplace.
• Essential: Sound communication skills.
• 2 years cleaning experience.
• Demonstrate initiative in the absence of supervision and accept responsibility.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, building codes and other compliance policies.
• Perform duties in a manner that minimises incidents and accidents within the department.
• Availability throughout the designated shift.

Benefits

• 24/7 GP: Access to a UK-based GP for you and your immediate family from home.
• Mental health support and life event counseling.
• Get Fit Programme.
• Financial and legal support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Perks at Work: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers.
• Life: Resources on topics from family and life to health, money and work.
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis.

For more information about ABM’s benefits, visit our website.

About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and more efficient, enhancing the occupant experience. ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that empower clients to achieve their goals. ABM is committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces and investing in the future to meet evolving challenges.

For more information, visit ABM’s website. ABM is committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.