Full Time Cleaning Operative - Academy of light in Sunderland

Immediate Start | 40 Hours Per Week | £12.71 Per Hour

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7, including flexibility to work weekends and event days as required.

Pre-employment Requirement: Successful applicants will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Role Description

Reporting to a Cleaning Supervisor and working as part of a team, this role is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene throughout designated areas of the stadium. The role involves carrying out a variety of cleaning duties to ensure the venue is clean, safe and presentable for guests, staff and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of cleaning tasks, including picking up rubbish, toilet cleaning, detail cleaning, window cleaning, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming carpets, stripping and resealing floors, emptying bins, high-level dusting, seat cleaning, washing metal staircases, removing chewing gum and sanitising ablution facilities.
• Operate handheld cleaning equipment and machinery, including vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, blowers and buffing machines, to complete allocated cleaning tasks.
• Use chemical cleaning solvents and consumables safely and as instructed.
• Clean machinery after use and ensure all equipment is stored safely.
• Carry out any reasonable cleaning requests made by the client.
• Report all cleaning and maintenance issues to the Area Supervisor as soon as possible.
• Report any suspicious behaviour or potential security risks to the Area Supervisor promptly.
• Ensure all equipment is used and maintained correctly, reporting any faults immediately.
• Follow safe working practices in accordance with company policies and site regulations.
• Maintain effective communication with the Cleaning Supervisor and client.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings before, during and after events, as required.
• Attend and complete all required training, appraisals and development programmes as directed by the Cleaning Supervisor.
• Maintain a guest-focused approach and develop a good knowledge of the stadium's facilities and services.
• Adhere to all site safety regulations, the company Code of Conduct, dress and behaviour standards, and company policies.
• Arrive on time for all rostered shifts and demonstrate flexibility to work the required hours.
• Keep the Cleaning Supervisor informed of work availability, where applicable.
• Complete daily cleaning check sheets accurately and as required.

Skills and Requirements

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions from the Cleaning Supervisor.
• A reliable, punctual and flexible approach to work.
• Willingness to work across a variety of stadium areas and undertake different cleaning duties.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors and clients.
• Basic English communication skills are preferable to support understanding of instructions and effective communication in the workplace.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check as part of the pre-employment process.

General Statement

This job description provides guidance on the duties you will initially be required to undertake. It may be amended from time to time to reflect changing business needs and circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment. As your experience develops, you will be expected to broaden your responsibilities, suggest improvements, solve problems and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the role.