Cleaning Operative, Greater London

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Shift Pattern: Saturday & Sunday; 08:00 - 18:00 and periodically 22:00 - 06:00 (overnight).

The primary role of Cleaning Periodic Operative is to ensure that all site areas and facilities including public accessible areas and facilities, tenant and communal facilities and external areas of Somerset House are deep cleaned and maintained to a very high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.

• Perform general cleaning duties, including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, touch point sanitation, toilet cleaning, descaling, and window cleaning
• Clean and sanitise restrooms, kitchens, and other common areas
• Empty and dispose of rubbish and recycling materials
• Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels
• Ensure all cleaning equipment is used and maintained correctly
• Follow health and safety regulations, including COSHH guidelines
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to the supervisor promptly
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently
• Conduct regular checks to ensure all areas are clean and presentable

• You must have the right to work in the UK
• Positive and proactive attitude towards work
• Keen attention to detail to ensure high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills to interact with colleagues and supervisors
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic
• Previous experience as a periodic or deep cleaning operative is essential
• Knowledge of using cleaning machinery - scrubbing machine, carpet cleaning machines & pressure washer is preferred
• Good understanding of H&S working practices are essential

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.